British Airways
BA042 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight BA042, operated by British Airways, scheduled to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LHR), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
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BA042 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
66
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Late on average
37 minutes
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BA042 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA042 is 66% (Late on average 1 hour 20 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Late on average 37 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
66
%
Late on average
1 hour 20 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
66
%
30 mins late
28
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight ba042?
Flight ba042 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact British Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
Is flight ba042 on time today?
Flight ba042 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact British Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking. -
What route does flight ba042 fly?
Flight ba042 is operated by British Airways from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LHR). Typical flight time is about 12 hours; operating days may include Sunday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight ba042?
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If flight ba042 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ba042 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Sep 6, 2026). Contact British Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight ba042 departed from Cape Town?
Flight ba042 has been canceled and did not depart from Cape Town (CPT). Contact British Airways or your booking channel for next steps.
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