Lufthansa City Airlines VL853 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Lufthansa City Airlines flight VL853 from Helsinki to Frankfurt (HEL-FRA): Flights for Oct 23, 2026 are scheduled, with the next departure slated for 06:55 from HEL and an expected arrival at 08:30 at FRA .
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
Sat, Oct 24
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Arrived
The flight arrived 13m early.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
409-410
Boarding Gate
32
Arrival Gate
A2
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
409-410
Boarding Gate
28
Arrival Gate
BSO
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
409-410
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VL853 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VL853 flight from Helsinki to Frankfurt on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A320-212. This aircraft has been in service for 3y, 8m. The aircraft has 180 seats.
Airbus A320-212
On-Time Departure
80
%
On-Time Arrival
93
%
Avg. Early
3 minutes
Aircraft Age
3y, 8m
Total Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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VL853 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VL853 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from HEL at approximately 06:45. This flight is expected to arrrive in FRA at 07:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 06:51 | 08:05 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 07:29 | 08:36 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 07:38 | 08:48 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 06:45 | 08:01 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 06:45 | 07:57 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 06:55 | 08:30 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Helsinki (HEL) | Frankfurt (FRA) | A20N | 06:45 | 08:20 | Scheduled |
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VL853 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VL853 is 80% (Late on average 18 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
18 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight vl853?
Flight vl853 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 06:55, arrival 08:30 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight vl853 on time today?
Flight vl853 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 06:55, with arrival at 08:30. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight vl853 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight vl853 is scheduled to depart at 06:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:55, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight vl853 scheduled to arrive?
Flight vl853 is scheduled to arrive at 08:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:30. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What route does flight vl853 fly?
Flight vl853 is operated by Lufthansa City Airlines from Helsinki (HEL) to Frankfurt (FRA). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight vl853?
Track flight vl853 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 vl853 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If vl853 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 23, 2026). Contact Lufthansa City Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight vl853 departed from Helsinki?
Flight vl853 has not departed from Helsinki (HEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 06:55.What is the seat configuration for flight vl853?
Flight vl853 usually flies a Airbus A320-212 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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