Flysafair FA517 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the FA517 flight operated by Flysafair on Oct 22, 2026 is scheduled to fly from East london (ELS) to Cape Town (CPT). The flight is expected to depart at 07:55 and arrive at 09:26 .
Thu, Oct 8
Thu, Oct 22
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m early
1h 55m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2L
Arrival Gate
C3
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2L
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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FA517 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the FA517 flight from East london to Cape Town on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 23y, 10m. The aircraft has 189 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
100
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
17 minutes
Age
23y, 10m
Seats
189
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for FA517
Trip.com historical records show that the last FA517 flight departed on Thu, Oct 8 from ELS at approximately 08:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in CPT at 09:27.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 1 | East london (ELS) | Cape Town (CPT) | 738 | 07:52 | 09:31 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | East london (ELS) | Cape Town (CPT) | 738 | 08:03 | 09:27 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | East london (ELS) | Cape Town (CPT) | 738 | 07:55 | 09:26 | Scheduled |
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FA517 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of FA517 is 100% (Late on average 7 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 17 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Early
22
%
On time
78
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
17
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
17 minutes
Early
100
%
On time
0
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
17
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight fa517?
Flight fa517 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 07:55, arrival 09:50 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight fa517 on time today?
Flight fa517 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 07:55, with arrival at 09:50. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight fa517 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight fa517 is scheduled to depart at 07:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:55, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight fa517 scheduled to arrive?
Flight fa517 is scheduled to arrive at 09:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:26. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 22, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight fa517?
Track flight fa517 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 fa517 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If fa517 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Flysafair or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight fa517 departed from East london?
Flight fa517 has not departed from East london (ELS) yet and is currently on schedule for 07:55.What is the seat configuration for flight fa517?
Flight fa517 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 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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