British Airways
BA242 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA242 flight operated by British Airways on Oct 10, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Mexico City (MEX) to London (LHR). The flight is expected to depart at 22:00 (local time in Mexico City, UTC-6) and arrive at 15:30 (local time in London, UTC+1) .
Fri, Oct 9
Sat, Oct 10
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 30m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 30m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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BA243
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London (LON)
Mexico City (MEX)
Mexico City (MEX)
Scheduled: 19:45
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BA242 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA242 flight from Mexico City to London on 10/10/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 11m. The aircraft has 216 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
77
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Age
10y, 11m
Seats
216
Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
First
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
47 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
183 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-3-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
185 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for BA242
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA242 flight departed on Fri, Oct 9 from MEX at approximately 22:18. This flight is expected to arrrive in LHR at 14:53.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 4 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:14 | 14:44 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:26 | 14:50 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:43 | 14:53 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 00:29 | 16:25 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:18 | 14:53 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:00 | 15:30 | Scheduled |
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BA242 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA242 is 57% (Late on average 1 hour 12 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
1 hour 12 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
23
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
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Has flight ba242 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba242 is scheduled to depart at 22:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 22:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
When is flight ba242 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba242 is scheduled to arrive at 15:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:30. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 10, 2026. -
What route does flight ba242 fly?
Flight ba242 is operated by British Airways from Mexico City (MEX) to London (LHR). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
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If flight ba242 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ba242 departed from Mexico City?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ba242?
Flight ba242 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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