¿Qué significa el estado de un vuelo?
Flight status describes what is currently happening with a scheduled flight. Common labels include Scheduled, On Time, Delayed, Boarding, Departed, In Air, Landed and Cancelled. Exact wording can vary by airline and data provider.
Scheduled or On Time
The flight is still expected to operate close to its published schedule. Gates, terminals and times can still change before departure.
Delayed
The expected departure or arrival time has moved later. Delay estimates can change again, so continue following airline and airport instructions.
Boarding
The airline has started boarding passengers. Check the airline app, airport displays and announcements for the current gate and boarding instructions.
Departed or In Air
The flight has left the departure airport. Arrival estimates may continue to change while the aircraft is en route.
Landed or Arrived
The aircraft has reached the destination. Arrival gate and baggage information may update separately after landing.
Cancelled
The airline does not currently plan to operate that scheduled flight. Check with the operating airline for rebooking and next-step options.
Why can flight status sources disagree?
Airlines, airports and flight-data services can receive updates at different times. For time-sensitive decisions, confirm important changes with the operating airline and airport displays.
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What Travelers Should Know
Common flight-status terms
Scheduled means the flight remains planned, delayed means its expected time has moved later, cancelled means it will not operate as scheduled, and diverted means an airborne flight is landing somewhere other than its planned destination.
Status and gate are separate
A flight can remain on time while its gate changes, or a delayed flight can keep the same gate. Check both the operating status and the latest terminal and gate information.
Confirm critical information
Airline systems, airport displays and third-party services can refresh at different times. For boarding decisions, confirm current information with the operating airline and airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does scheduled mean on flight status?
Scheduled usually means the flight remains planned to operate, though its gate and exact timing can still change.
What is the difference between delayed and cancelled?
Delayed means the flight is expected to operate later than planned. Cancelled means the scheduled flight will not operate.
Can a flight be on time but still change gates?
Yes. Flight status and gate assignment are separate pieces of operational information.
Plan Your Trip
Use your flight details to check status and gate information, then continue with airport, hotel and rental-car planning.