British Airways
BA491 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com real-time data, flight BA491 operated by British Airways from Gibraltar (GIB) to London (LHR) on Oct 4, 2026 has departed at 13:32 (Local time in Gibraltar, UTC+2) and is expected to arrive at 14:55 (Local time in London, UTC+1) at Heathrow Airport (LHR).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 42m early
3h
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En route
Your flight has departed Gibraltar and is expected to arrive in London at 14:55.
3h
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
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BA490
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London (LON)
Gibraltar (GIB)
Gibraltar (GIB)
Scheduled: 11:10
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BA491 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA491 flight flying from Gibraltar to London on 10/4/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 24y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 144 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
24y, 4m
Seats
144
Distance
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Economy
Business
Onboard Amenities
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seating Plan
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for BA491
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA491 flight departed on Sat, Oct 3 from GIB at approximately 13:00. This flight is expected to arrrive in LHR at 14:13.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | 320 | 12:12 | 13:24 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | A20N | 15:39 | 17:03 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | A20N | 11:55 | 13:19 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | 320 | 13:00 | 14:13 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | 320 | 13:32 | 14:55 | En route |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | 320 | 12:00 | 14:00 | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Gibraltar (GIB) | London (LHR) | 320 | 12:00 | 14:00 | Scheduled |
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BA491 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA491 is 77% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
77
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight ba491?
Flight ba491 has departed (status: En route). Departure 13:32, estimated arrival 14:55 (updated Oct 4, 2026). -
Is flight ba491 on time today?
Flight ba491 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 13:32 and is estimated to arrive at 14:55. -
Has flight ba491 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba491 is scheduled to depart at 11:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:32, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 4, 2026). -
When is flight ba491 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba491 is scheduled to arrive at 13:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:55. Status is En route as of Oct 4, 2026. -
What route does flight ba491 fly?
Flight ba491 is operated by British Airways from Gibraltar (GIB) to London (LHR). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Sunday. -
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If flight ba491 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ba491 departed from Gibraltar?
Flight ba491 has departed from Gibraltar (GIB) at 13:32 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight ba491?
Flight ba491 usually flies a Airbus A320 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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