What is the current status of flight ca1521?

Flight ca1521 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 16:50 (updated Nov 12, 2026).

Is flight ca1521 on time today?

Flight ca1521 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 16:50; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.

Has flight ca1521 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight ca1521 is scheduled to depart at 14:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:00, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 12, 2026).

When is flight ca1521 scheduled to arrive?

Flight ca1521 is scheduled to arrive at 16:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:50. Status is Arrived as of Nov 12, 2026.

What is the gate information for flight ca1521?

For flight ca1521, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is C2. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.

What is the baggage carousel number for flight ca1521?

After arrival, baggage for flight ca1521 is expected at carousel 22 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.

What route does flight ca1521 fly?

Flight ca1521 is operated by Air China from Beijing (PEK) to Shanghai (SHA). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.

How can I check real-time status for flight ca1521?

Track flight ca1521 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 ca1521 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If ca1521 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 12, 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 ca1521 departed from Beijing?

Flight ca1521 has already left Beijing and completed its journey. Departure was 15:00; actual arrival 16:50.

What is the seat configuration for flight ca1521?

Flight ca1521 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 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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CA1521 Flight status

According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Air China flight CA1521 from Beijing to Shanghai (PEK-SHA): Flight CA1521 has safely landed at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) 16:50 (local time), about 5m early.

Wed, Nov 11

Thu, Nov 12

Sat, Nov 14

BJS-SHA

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 35m early

Beijing(PEK)

14:39

Scheduled: 14:30, Nov 11

Beijing Capital International Airport T3

1178km

2h 25m

Shanghai(SHA)

16:20

Scheduled: 16:55, Nov 11

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport T2

Check-in Counter

J,K

Boarding Gate

C31

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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BJS-SHA

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 5m early

Beijing(PEK)

15:00

Scheduled: 14:30, Nov 12

Beijing Capital International Airport T3

1178km

2h 25m

Shanghai(SHA)

16:50

Scheduled: 16:55, Nov 12

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport T2

Check-in Counter

J,K

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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BJS-SHA

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Canceled

Please refer to the airline for the latest information

Beijing(PEK)

Scheduled: 14:30, Nov 14

Beijing Capital International Airport T3

Shanghai(SHA)

Scheduled: 16:55, Nov 14

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport T2

Check-in Counter

J,K

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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CA1521 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA1521 flight from Beijing to Shanghai on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 9y, 8m. The aircraft has 259 seats.

Boeing 787-9

Punctuality (Departure)

93 %

Punctuality (Arrival)

100 %

Early on average

25 minutes

Age

9y, 8m

Seats

259

Flight Distance

Economy

Business

In-Flight Services

None

On-demand entertainment

Wi-Fi is unavailable

USB port and power outlet

Seat Information

81 cm

More legroom than on 54% of flights

46 cm

Seat width better than on 44% of flights

100°

Reclining Angle

3-3-3

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In-Flight Services

None

On-demand entertainment

Wi-Fi is unavailable

USB port and power outlet

Seat Information

Legroom

58 cm

Seat width better than on 82% of flights

180°

Reclining Angle Fully reclinable

2-2-2

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Flight History for CA1521

Trip.com historical records show that the last CA1521 flight departed on Wed, Nov 11 from PEK at approximately 14:39. This flight is expected to arrrive in SHA at 16:20.

Date	Airport		Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Date	Departure	Arrival	Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Sat, Nov 7	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	321	14:41	16:29	Arrived
Sun, Nov 8	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	789	14:55	16:36	Arrived
Mon, Nov 9	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	333	14:38	16:16	Arrived
Tue, Nov 10	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	333	14:45	16:26	Arrived
Wed, Nov 11	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	333	14:39	16:20	Arrived
Thu, Nov 12	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	77W	15:00	16:50	Arrived
Sat, Nov 14	Beijing (PEK)	Shanghai (SHA)	JET	--	--	Canceled

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CA1521 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CA1521 is 93% (Late on average 18 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 25 minutes).

On-Time Departures

Punctuality

93 %

Late on average 18 minutes

Early

0 %

On time

93 %

30 mins late

7 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

0 %

Cancelled

5 %

On-Time Arrivals

Punctuality

100 %

Early on average 25 minutes

Early

100 %

On time

0 %

30 mins late

0 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

0 %

Cancelled

5 %

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Flight FAQs

What is the current status of flight ca1521?
Flight ca1521 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 16:50 (updated Nov 12, 2026).
Is flight ca1521 on time today?
Flight ca1521 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 16:50; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.
Has flight ca1521 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ca1521 is scheduled to depart at 14:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:00, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 12, 2026).
When is flight ca1521 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ca1521 is scheduled to arrive at 16:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:50. Status is Arrived as of Nov 12, 2026.
What is the gate information for flight ca1521?
For flight ca1521, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is C2. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
What is the baggage carousel number for flight ca1521?
After arrival, baggage for flight ca1521 is expected at carousel 22 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
What route does flight ca1521 fly?
Flight ca1521 is operated by Air China from Beijing (PEK) to Shanghai (SHA). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.
How can I check real-time status for flight ca1521?
Track flight ca1521 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 ca1521 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ca1521 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 12, 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 ca1521 departed from Beijing?
Flight ca1521 has already left Beijing and completed its journey. Departure was 15:00; actual arrival 16:50.
What is the seat configuration for flight ca1521?
Flight ca1521 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 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.