British Airways
BA281 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA281 flight operated by British Airways on Aug 29, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX). The flight is expected to depart at 11:40 (local time in London, UTC+1) and arrive at 14:55 (local time in Los Angeles, UTC-7) .
Fri, Aug 28
Sat, Aug 29
Sun, Aug 30
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m early
11h 15m
Check-in Counter
F
Boarding Gate
B34
Arrival Gate
157
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 15m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 15m
Check-in Counter
C,D,F
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
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BA281 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA281 flight from London to Los Angeles on 8/29/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 10m. The aircraft has 299 seats.
Boeing 777-300ER
Punctuality (Departure)
40
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
12 minutes
Age
15y, 10m
Seats
299
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
First
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width better than on 60% of flights
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 20% of flights
47 cm
Seat width better than on 20% of flights
145°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
183 cm
More legroom than on 44% 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
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
More legroom than on 25% of flights
56 cm
Seat width better than on 25% of flights
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for BA281
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA281 flight departed on Fri, Aug 28 from LHR at approximately 12:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in LAX at 14:54.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Aug 24 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 12:10 | 14:50 | Arrived |
| Tue, Aug 25 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 12:05 | 14:39 | Arrived |
| Wed, Aug 26 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 12:03 | 14:38 | Arrived |
| Thu, Aug 27 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 12:42 | 15:15 | Arrived |
| Fri, Aug 28 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 12:12 | 14:54 | Arrived |
| Sat, Aug 29 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 11:40 | 14:55 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Aug 30 | London (LHR) | Los Angeles (LAX) | B77W | 11:40 | 14:55 | Scheduled |
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BA281 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA281 is 40% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 12 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
40
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
57
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
12 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight ba281 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 11:40, arrival 14:55 (updated Aug 29, 2026). -
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Has flight ba281 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba281 is scheduled to depart at 11:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:40, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Aug 29, 2026). -
When is flight ba281 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba281 is scheduled to arrive at 14:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:55. Status is Scheduled as of Aug 29, 2026. -
What route does flight ba281 fly?
Flight ba281 is operated by British Airways from London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
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If flight ba281 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ba281?
Flight ba281 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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