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BA988 Flight Information & Schedule

British Airways · London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

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BA988 London Heathrow Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport nonstop flight: schedule, airports, aircraft and travel guide.

BA988 Flight Overview

BA988 is operated by British Airways and connects London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). Scheduled departure: 2026-10-29 16:20 (UTC+00:00); scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 19:25 (UTC+01:00).

AirlineBritish Airways
Flight numberBA988
RouteLHR to BER
Scheduled duration2 hr 5 min

London to Berlin Route Information

BA988 is a nonstop international flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). Use the information below to plan your journey.

Route distanceApprox. 963 km
Scheduled flight time2 hr 5 min
Time difference60 min
Flight typeInternational
01

Departure

Scheduled departure: 2026-10-29 16:20 (UTC+00:00). Confirm airport transport and terminal opening hours in advance.

02

Arrival

Scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 19:25 (UTC+01:00). Arrange pickup, hotel and onward transport for the arrival date.

03

Time zones

Departure: London (UTC+00:00); arrival: Berlin (UTC+01:00).

BA988 On-time Performance & History

Methodology

97%Arrival on-time rate
Sample flights97 (flights)
Average departure delay27 min
Average arrival early4 min
Cancllation rate2%
Longest delay-
Early arrivals73%

Historical statistics are for reference only and do not predict future flight performance.

Aircraft, Cabin & Services

Based on currently published aircraft and cabin information; the operating aircraft may change.

Published aircraft type

Airbus A319

Economy 30 in; Business 30 in

Seat layout144

Business 0 · Economy 144

Business Class3-3

30 in

Seat configuration depends on the operating aircraft

Economy Class3-3

30 in

MealsComplimentary water and a snack on short-haul; full meal service on long-haul

Inflight entertainmentIn-flight entertainment is unavailable

Inflight Wi-FiWi-Fi (additional charge)

Availability and fees depend on the flight

PowerBusiness: USB port and power outlet; Economy: USB port and power outlet

BassinetAvailable

Accessibility-

BA988 Airports

Terminals follow the published schedule; check official airline channels for same-day gates and operations.

London Heathrow Airport Departure & Berlin Brandenburg Airport Arrival Guide

Departure date: 2026-10-29. Terminal and arrival information helps plan your journey.

LHR

Departing from London Heathrow Airport

BA988 is scheduled to depart from T5. Allow time for international check-in, baggage drop, security and immigration.

BER

Arriving at Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Scheduled arrival is at T1. After immigration, take the MRT, taxi, ride-hailing service or airport bus to the city.

 

Planning your arrival

Scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 19:25. Use the arrival date when booking hotels and pickup services.

Flight Changes, Cancellations & Missed Flights

If the schedule or aircraft changes, follow the booking channel and operating carrier rules.

01

Schedule changes

After an airline or booking-platform notice, confirm the new date, terminal and connecting transport.

02

Cancellation and changes

Refund, rebooking and involuntary-change rules depend on the booking channel, fare conditions and airline notice.

03

Missed flight

If you may not reach the airport on time, contact the booking channel or airline quickly to protect later sectors.

Check-in, Baggage & Entry Tips

International check-in deadlines, baggage allowance and entry requirements may vary by fare and traveller.

01

Arrive early for check-in

Arrive at least 3 hours before departure. Counter opening times and online check-in rules follow London Heathrow Airport guidance.

02

Check baggage allowance

Checked and carry-on baggage allowances depend on cabin, fare rules and membership tier. See the baggage terms in your booking.

03

Prepare entry documents

Before departure, check passport validity, visa or visa-free eligibility, andBerlin Brandenburg Airport’ latest arrival declaration requirements.

What should I check before flying BA988?

01

Check the departure date

For an overnight flight, check the departure date on your ticket and plan airport transport in advance.

02

Confirm the operating carrier

Follow the airline rules shown in your booking for check-in and checked baggage.

03

Check boarding information

Gates and operating times may change; follow airline notices and airport displays.

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BA988 Frequently Asked Questions

Which airline operates this flight?

BA988 is operated by British Airways.

Where does it depart and arrive?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER).

What are the departure and arrival times?

Scheduled departure 16:20, arrival 19:25 · 2 hours 5 minutes.

Which terminal is used for check-in?

Departure terminal T5, arrival terminal T1. Check-in, gate and baggage belt are announced on the day.

Are meals and inflight entertainment available?

Meals: Complimentary water and a snack on short-haul; full meal service on long-haul. Inflight entertainment: In-flight entertainment is unavailable.

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