British Airways
BA243 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA243 flight operated by British Airways on Aug 29, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Mexico City (MEX). The flight is expected to depart at 15:10 (local time in London, UTC+1) and arrive at 18:58 (local time in Mexico City, UTC-6) .
Fri, Aug 28
Sat, Aug 29
Sun, Aug 30
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m late
11h 35m
Check-in Counter
F
Boarding Gate
C61
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 35m
Check-in Counter
F
Boarding Gate
10C
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 35m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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BA243
Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)
BA1142
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New Delhi (DEL)
London (LON)
London (LON)
Scheduled: 06:50
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1h 39m late
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BA243 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA243 flight from London to Mexico City on 8/29/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 5m. The aircraft has 216 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
17
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
15 minutes
Age
8y, 5m
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
1-2-1
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 BA243
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA243 flight departed on Fri, Aug 28 from LHR at approximately 16:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEX at 20:08.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Aug 24 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 16:38 | 20:28 | Arrived |
| Tue, Aug 25 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 15:59 | 19:45 | Arrived |
| Wed, Aug 26 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 16:10 | 20:02 | Arrived |
| Thu, Aug 27 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 17:07 | 21:02 | Arrived |
| Fri, Aug 28 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 16:12 | 20:08 | Arrived |
| Sat, Aug 29 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 15:10 | 18:58 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Aug 30 | London (LHR) | Mexico City (MEX) | 789 | 15:10 | 19:45 | Scheduled |
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BA243 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA243 is 17% (Late on average 1 hour), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 15 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
17
%
Late on average
1 hour
Early
0
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
33
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
15 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight ba243 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 15:10, arrival 19:45 (updated Aug 29, 2026). -
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Has flight ba243 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba243 is scheduled to depart at 15:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:10, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Aug 29, 2026). -
When is flight ba243 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba243 is scheduled to arrive at 19:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:58. Status is Scheduled as of Aug 29, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight ba243?
For flight ba243, the departure terminal is T5 and the boarding gate is 10C. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight ba243 fly?
Flight ba243 is operated by British Airways from London (LHR) to Mexico City (MEX). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
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If flight ba243 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ba243 departed from London?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ba243?
Flight ba243 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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