Ethiopian Airlines
ET897 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the ET897 flight operated by Ethiopian Airlines on Oct 10, 2026, flying from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Bulawayo (BUQ), departed at 09:35 (local time in Addis Ababa, UTC+3) and is expected to arrive at 13:00 (local time in Bulawayo, UTC+2) at Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ).
Sat, Oct 3
Sat, Oct 10
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m early
4h 50m
Check-in Counter
204-208,301-305,401-410
Boarding Gate
B2
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Addis Ababa and is expected to arrive in Bulawayo at 13:00.
4h 50m
Check-in Counter
204-208,301-305,401-410
Boarding Gate
B4
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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ET407
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Beirut (BEY)
Addis Ababa (ADD)
Addis Ababa (ADD)
Scheduled: 07:30
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15m early
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ET897 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the ET897 flight from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo on 10/10/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 4y, 1m. The aircraft has 154 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
50
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
94
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Age
4y, 1m
Seats
154
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
122 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for ET897
Trip.com historical records show that the last ET897 flight departed on Sat, Oct 3 from ADD at approximately 09:50. This flight is expected to arrrive in BUQ at 13:15.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 19 | Addis Ababa (ADD) | Bulawayo (BUQ) | B38M | 09:57 | 13:24 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 26 | Addis Ababa (ADD) | Bulawayo (BUQ) | B38M | 10:00 | 13:25 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Addis Ababa (ADD) | Bulawayo (BUQ) | B38M | 09:50 | 13:15 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Addis Ababa (ADD) | Bulawayo (BUQ) | B38M | 09:35 | 13:00 | En route |
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ET897 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of ET897 is 50% (Late on average 31 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 94% (Late on average 24 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50
%
Late on average
31 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
50
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
10
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
94
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
28
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
6
%
Cancelled
10
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight et897?
Flight et897 has departed (status: En route). Departure 09:35, estimated arrival 13:00 (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
Is flight et897 on time today?
Flight et897 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 09:35 and is estimated to arrive at 13:00. -
Has flight et897 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight et897 is scheduled to depart at 09:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:35, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
When is flight et897 scheduled to arrive?
Flight et897 is scheduled to arrive at 13:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:00. Status is En route as of Oct 10, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight et897?
For flight et897, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is B4. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight et897 fly?
Flight et897 is operated by Ethiopian Airlines from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Bulawayo (BUQ). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight et897?
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If flight et897 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If et897 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 10, 2026). Contact Ethiopian Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight et897 departed from Addis Ababa?
Flight et897 has departed from Addis Ababa (ADD) at 09:35 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight et897?
Flight et897 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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