Air Algerie
AH3970 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Air Algerie flight AH3970 from Istanbul to Athens (IST-ATH): Flight AH3970 has safely landed at Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" (ATH) 02:56 (local time), about 14m early.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 15m early.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
E-F
Boarding Gate
F13A
Arrival Gate
A
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight arrived 14m early.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
E-F
Boarding Gate
F8A
Arrival Gate
A
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
E-F
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A
Baggage
1
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AH3970 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AH3970 flight from Istanbul to Athens on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 4m. The aircraft has 182 seats.
Airbus A321neo
On-Time Departure
100
%
On-Time Arrival
100
%
Avg. Early
9 minutes
Aircraft Age
7y, 4m
Total Seats
182
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 40% of flights
46 cm
Seat width better than on 33% of flights
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
114 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 33% of flights
105°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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AH3970 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last AH3970 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from IST at approximately 01:54. This flight is expected to arrrive in ATH at 02:55.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 01:58 | 03:01 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 02:12 | 03:10 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 01:48 | 02:51 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 01:56 | 02:57 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 01:54 | 02:55 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 01:55 | 02:56 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Istanbul (IST) | Athens (ATH) | A21N | 01:45 | 03:10 | Scheduled |
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AH3970 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AH3970 is 100% (Late on average 14 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
14 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
100
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight ah3970?
Flight ah3970 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 02:56 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight ah3970 on time today?
Flight ah3970 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 02:56; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight ah3970 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ah3970 is scheduled to depart at 01:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:55, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight ah3970 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ah3970 is scheduled to arrive at 03:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 02:56. Status is Arrived as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight ah3970 fly?
Flight ah3970 is operated by Air Algerie from Istanbul (IST) to Athens (ATH). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ah3970 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ah3970 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 2, 2026). Contact Air Algerie or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight ah3970 departed from Istanbul?
Flight ah3970 has already left Istanbul and completed its journey. Departure was 01:55; actual arrival 02:56. -
What is the seat configuration for flight ah3970?
Flight ah3970 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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