Air China CA851 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Air China flight CA851 from Beijing to London (PEK-LGW): Flight CA851 has taken off from Beijing Capital International Airport at 03:11, and is currently en-route to London Gatwick Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 06:34.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 31m late.
8187km
10h 45m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E51
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
6
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Beijing and is expected to arrive in London at 06:34.
8187km
10h 45m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E5
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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CA851
CA851 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA851 flight from Beijing to London on 10/17/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 2m. The aircraft has 312 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 8,187km.
Airbus A350-900
On-Time Departure
93
%
On-Time Arrival
97
%
Avg. Early
10 minutes
Aircraft Age
8y, 2m
Total Seats
312
Flight Distance
8,187km
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
On-board Wi-Fi
USB port and power outlet
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
On-board Wi-Fi
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
On-board Wi-Fi
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
58 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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CA851 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last CA851 flight departed on Fri, Oct 16 from PEK at approximately 03:41. This flight is expected to arrrive in LGW at 07:06.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 11 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:01 | 06:21 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:00 | 06:31 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:05 | 06:44 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:06 | 06:29 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:05 | 06:15 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:41 | 07:06 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:11 | 06:34 | In Flight |
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CA851 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CA851 is 93% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
93
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
10 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ca851?
Flight ca851 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 03:11, estimated arrival 06:34 (updated Oct 17, 2026).Is flight ca851 on time today?
Flight ca851 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 03:11 and is estimated to arrive at 06:34.Has flight ca851 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ca851 is scheduled to depart at 02:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 03:11, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 17, 2026).When is flight ca851 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ca851 is scheduled to arrive at 06:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:34. Status is In Flight as of Oct 17, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ca851?
For flight ca851, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is E5. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight ca851 fly?
Flight ca851 is operated by Air China from Beijing (PEK) to London (LGW). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 45 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight ca851?
Track flight ca851 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 ca851 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ca851 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 17, 2026). Contact Air China or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ca851 departed from Beijing?
Flight ca851 has departed from Beijing (PEK) at 03:11 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight ca851?
Flight ca851 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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