British Airways
BA1588 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA1588 flight operated by British Airways on Oct 5, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Philadelphia (PHL). The flight is expected to depart at 09:15 (local time in London, UTC+1) and arrive at 11:29 (local time in Philadelphia, UTC-4) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m early
7h 55m
Check-in Counter
E
Boarding Gate
26
Arrival Gate
A17
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 55m
Check-in Counter
E
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
26
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 55m
Check-in Counter
E
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
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BA1588
BA1588 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA1588 flight from London to Philadelphia on 10/5/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 6m. The aircraft has 285 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
1y, 6m
Seats
285
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
--
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for BA1588
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA1588 flight departed on Sun, Oct 4 from LHR at approximately 09:41. This flight is expected to arrrive in PHL at 12:07.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:37 | 11:48 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:36 | 11:49 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:25 | 11:48 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:37 | 11:54 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:41 | 12:07 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:15 | 11:29 | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | London (LHR) | Philadelphia (PHL) | 789 | 09:15 | 12:10 | Scheduled |
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BA1588 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA1588 is 83% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Has flight ba1588 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba1588 is scheduled to depart at 09:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:15, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
When is flight ba1588 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba1588 is scheduled to arrive at 12:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 11:29. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 5, 2026. -
What route does flight ba1588 fly?
Flight ba1588 is operated by British Airways from London (LHR) to Philadelphia (PHL). Typical flight time is about 7 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Monday. -
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If flight ba1588 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ba1588 departed from London?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ba1588?
Flight ba1588 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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