El Al LY551 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the LY551 flight operated by El Al on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Sofia (SOF), departed at 07:28 and is expected to arrive at 09:43 at Sofia Airport (SOF).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m late
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
78-99
Boarding Gate
B5
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
4
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En route
Your flight has departed Tel Aviv and is expected to arrive in Sofia at 09:43.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
78-99
Boarding Gate
C1A
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
78-99
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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LY282
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Milan (MIL)
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Scheduled: 00:40
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2m late
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LY551 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the LY551 flight from Tel Aviv to Sofia on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 2m. The aircraft has 154 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Age
18y, 2m
Seats
154
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
--
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
104 cm
Legroom
52 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for LY551
Trip.com historical records show that the last LY551 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from TLV at approximately 07:35. This flight is expected to arrrive in SOF at 10:02.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 15 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 738 | 07:25 | 09:50 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 738 | 07:03 | 09:17 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 739 | 07:51 | 10:13 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 738 | 07:27 | 09:48 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 738 | 07:35 | 10:02 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 738 | 07:28 | 09:43 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Tel Aviv (TLV) | Sofia (SOF) | 738 | 06:50 | 09:25 | Scheduled |
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LY551 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of LY551 is 67% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Late on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Early
30
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ly551?
Flight ly551 has departed (status: En route). Departure 07:28, estimated arrival 09:43 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight ly551 on time today?
Flight ly551 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 07:28 and is estimated to arrive at 09:43.Has flight ly551 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ly551 is scheduled to depart at 07:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:28, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight ly551 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ly551 is scheduled to arrive at 09:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:43. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ly551?
For flight ly551, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is C1A. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ly551?
After arrival, baggage for flight ly551 is expected at carousel 4 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ly551 fly?
Flight ly551 is operated by El Al from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Sofia (SOF). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight ly551?
Track flight ly551 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 ly551 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ly551 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact El Al or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ly551 departed from Tel Aviv?
Flight ly551 has departed from Tel Aviv (TLV) at 07:28 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight ly551?
Flight ly551 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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