British Airways BA242 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA242 flight operated by British Airways on Oct 30, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Mexico City (MEX) to London (LHR). The flight is expected to depart at 21:00 (local time in Mexico City, UTC-6) and arrive at 13:10 (local time in London, UTC+0) .
Wed, Oct 28
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2h 20m late
10h 10m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
24
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 10m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 10m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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BA242 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA242 flight from Mexico City to London on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 4m. The aircraft has 214 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Early on average
15 minutes
Age
8y, 4m
Seats
214
Flight Distance
--
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
1-2-1
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
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 Wed, Oct 28 from MEX at approximately 23:55. This flight is expected to arrrive in LHR at 15:30.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 23 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:33 | 13:59 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 21:41 | 13:02 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 22:34 | 14:08 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 21:30 | 12:47 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 23:55 | 15:30 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 788 | 21:00 | 13:10 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 21:00 | 13:10 | 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 42 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Early on average 15 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
42 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Early on average
15 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ba242?
Flight ba242 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 21:00, arrival 13:10 (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight ba242 on time today?
Flight ba242 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 21:00, with arrival at 13:10. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight ba242 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba242 is scheduled to depart at 21:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight ba242 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba242 is scheduled to arrive at 13:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:10. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 30, 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 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight ba242?
Track flight ba242 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight ba242 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ba242 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 30, 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 ba242 departed from Mexico City?
Flight ba242 has not departed from Mexico City (MEX) yet and is currently on schedule for 21:00.What is the seat configuration for flight ba242?
Flight ba242 usually flies a Boeing 787-800 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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