Air India AI281 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Air India flight AI281 from New Delhi to Colombo (DEL-CMB): Flight AI281 has taken off from Indira Gandhi International Airport at 12:48, and is currently en-route to Bandaranaike International Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 16:00.
Thu, Oct 29
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Arrived
The flight arrived 17m late.
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
17B
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
4
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In Flight
Your flight has departed New Delhi and is expected to arrive in Colombo at 16:00.
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15B
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
1
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AI281
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AI282
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Colombo (CMB)
New Delhi (DEL)
New Delhi (DEL)
Scheduled: 08:45
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23m early
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AI281 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AI281 flight from New Delhi to Colombo on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321. This aircraft has been in service for 17y, 10m. The aircraft has 182 seats.
Airbus A321
On-Time Departure
70
%
On-Time Arrival
87
%
Avg. Delay
11 minutes
Aircraft Age
17y, 10m
Total Seats
182
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
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Legroom
--
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
Unknown
Seat Information
99 cm
More legroom than on 18% of flights
53 cm
Seat width better than on 18% of flights
130°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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AI281 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last AI281 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from DEL at approximately 13:02. This flight is expected to arrrive in CMB at 16:22.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 321 | 13:08 | 16:24 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 321 | 12:53 | 16:04 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | A20N | 14:51 | 18:11 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 321 | 13:02 | 16:22 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 321 | 12:48 | 16:00 | In Flight |
| Sat, Oct 31 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 321 | 12:40 | 16:05 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Nov 1 | New Delhi (DEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 321 | 12:40 | 16:05 | Scheduled |
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AI281 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AI281 is 70% (Late on average 27 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
27 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ai281?
Flight ai281 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 12:48, estimated arrival 16:00 (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight ai281 on time today?
Flight ai281 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 12:48 and is estimated to arrive at 16:00.Has flight ai281 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ai281 is scheduled to depart at 12:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:48, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight ai281 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ai281 is scheduled to arrive at 16:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:00. Status is In Flight as of Oct 30, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ai281?
For flight ai281, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 15B. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ai281?
After arrival, baggage for flight ai281 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ai281 fly?
Flight ai281 is operated by Air India from New Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight ai281?
Track flight ai281 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 ai281 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ai281 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 30, 2026). Contact Air India or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ai281 departed from New Delhi?
Flight ai281 has departed from New Delhi (DEL) at 12:48 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight ai281?
Flight ai281 usually flies a Airbus A321 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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