Air France AF871 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Air France flight AF871 from Cape Town to Paris (CPT-CDG): Flight AF871 has taken off from Cape Town International Airport at 09:03, and is currently en-route to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 19:30.
Wed, Oct 28
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Arrived
The flight arrived 4m late.
11h 50m
Check-in Counter
A47-A53
Boarding Gate
A3
Arrival Gate
A3
Baggage
30
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Cape Town and is expected to arrive in Paris at 19:30.
11h 50m
Check-in Counter
A47
Boarding Gate
A3
Arrival Gate
A3
Baggage
33
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 50m
Check-in Counter
A47-A53
Boarding Gate
A3
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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AF872
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Paris (PAR)
Cape Town (CPT)
Cape Town (CPT)
Scheduled: 06:25
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37m early
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AF871 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AF871 flight from Cape Town to Paris on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 4y, 10m. The aircraft has 324 seats.
Airbus A350-900
On-Time Departure
78
%
On-Time Arrival
94
%
Avg. Early
16 minutes
Aircraft Age
4y, 10m
Total Seats
324
Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
71 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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AF871 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last AF871 flight departed on Wed, Oct 28 from CPT at approximately 09:10. This flight is expected to arrrive in CDG at 19:24.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 00:19 | 11:58 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 00:14 | 11:52 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 00:30 | 10:54 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 08:35 | 19:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 09:10 | 19:24 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 09:03 | 19:30 | In Flight |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 08:30 | 19:20 | Scheduled |
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AF871 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AF871 is 78% (Late on average 18 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 94% (Early on average 16 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
78
%
Late on average
18 minutes
Early
6
%
On time
72
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
6
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
94
%
Early on average
16 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
11
%
30 mins late
6
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight af871?
Flight af871 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 09:03, estimated arrival 19:30 (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight af871 on time today?
Flight af871 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 09:03 and is estimated to arrive at 19:30.Has flight af871 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight af871 is scheduled to depart at 08:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:03, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight af871 scheduled to arrive?
Flight af871 is scheduled to arrive at 19:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:30. Status is In Flight as of Oct 30, 2026.What is the gate information for flight af871?
For flight af871, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is A3. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight af871?
After arrival, baggage for flight af871 is expected at carousel 33 in terminal T2E. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight af871 fly?
Flight af871 is operated by Air France from Cape Town (CPT) to Paris (CDG). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight af871?
Track flight af871 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 af871 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If af871 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 30, 2026). Contact Air France or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight af871 departed from Cape Town?
Flight af871 has departed from Cape Town (CPT) at 09:03 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight af871?
Flight af871 usually flies a Airbus A350-900 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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