British Airways
BA242 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA242 flight operated by British Airways on Aug 30, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Mexico City (MEX) to London (LHR). The flight is expected to depart at 10:00 PM (local time in Mexico City, UTC-6) and land at 3:30 PM (local time in London, UTC+1) .
Sat, Aug 29
Sun, Aug 30
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 30m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 30m
Check-in Counter
343-348
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
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BA243
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London (LON)
Mexico City (MEX)
Mexico City (MEX)
Scheduled: 7:45 PM
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BA242 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA242 flight flying from Mexico City to London on 8/30/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 10y. The aircraft is equipped with 216 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
40
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
10y
Seats
216
Flight Distance
--
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
2-3-2
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 BA242
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA242 flight departed on Sat, Aug 29 from MEX at approximately 10:00 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in LHR at 2:48 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Aug 24 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 10:44 PM | 3:34 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Aug 25 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 10:23 PM | 3:11 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Aug 26 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 10:20 PM | 3:10 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Aug 27 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 11:30 PM | 3:52 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Aug 28 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 10:33 PM | 3:05 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Aug 29 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 10:00 PM | 2:48 PM | Scheduled |
| Sun, Aug 30 | Mexico City (MEX) | London (LHR) | 789 | 10:00 PM | 3:30 PM | Scheduled |
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BA242 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA242 is 40% (Late on average 54 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
40
%
Late on average
54 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
20
%
Canceled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
60
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
10
%
Canceled
1
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Flight ba242 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 10:00 PM, arrival 3:30 PM (updated Aug 30, 2026). -
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Has flight ba242 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba242 is scheduled to depart at 10:00 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:00 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Aug 30, 2026). -
When is flight ba242 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba242 is scheduled to arrive at 3:30 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 3:30 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Aug 30, 2026. -
What route does flight ba242 fly?
Flight ba242 is operated by British Airways from Mexico City (MEX) to London (LHR). Typical flight time is about 10 hours30 minutes; operating days may include Sunday. -
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If flight ba242 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ba242 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Aug 30, 2026). Contact British Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight ba242 departed from Mexico City?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ba242?
Flight ba242 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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