South African Airways
SA2496 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SA2496 flight operated by South African Airways on Sep 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST). The flight is expected to depart at 6:50 AM (local time in Frankfurt, UTC+2) and land at 10:16 AM (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) .
Fri, Sep 11
Sat, Sep 12
Sun, Sep 13
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 33m early
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
ZONE 16
Boarding Gate
B47
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
23A
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
ZONE 16
Boarding Gate
B27
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
ZONE 16
Boarding Gate
B
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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SA2496 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SA2496 flight flying from Frankfurt to Istanbul on 9/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321. This aircraft has been in service for 10y. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A321
Punctuality (Departure)
97
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
30 minutes
Age
10y
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 63% of flights
46 cm
Seat width better than on 25% of flights
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
114 cm
More legroom than on 63% of flights
53 cm
Seat width better than on 94% of flights
105°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for SA2496
Trip.com historical records show that the last SA2496 flight departed on Fri, Sep 11 from FRA at approximately 6:59 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in IST at 10:27 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 7 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 321 | 8:16 AM | 11:40 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 8 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 738 | 7:04 AM | 10:30 AM | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 9 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 738 | 6:52 AM | 10:19 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 10 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 738 | 7:11 AM | 10:39 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 11 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 738 | 6:59 AM | 10:27 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 12 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 321 | 6:50 AM | 10:16 AM | Scheduled |
| Sun, Sep 13 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Istanbul (IST) | 321 | 6:50 AM | 11:00 AM | Scheduled |
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SA2496 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of SA2496 is 97% (Late on average 14 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 30 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
14 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
97
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
30 minutes
Early
97
%
On time
0
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight sa2496?
Flight sa2496 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 6:50 AM, arrival 11:00 AM (updated Sep 12, 2026). -
Is flight sa2496 on time today?
Flight sa2496 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 6:50 AM, with arrival at 11:00 AM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight sa2496 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight sa2496 is scheduled to depart at 6:50 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:50 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 12, 2026). -
When is flight sa2496 scheduled to arrive?
Flight sa2496 is scheduled to arrive at 11:00 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:16 AM. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 12, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight sa2496?
For flight sa2496, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is B27. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight sa2496 fly?
Flight sa2496 is operated by South African Airways from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST). Typical flight time is about 3 hours10 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight sa2496?
Track flight sa2496 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 sa2496 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If sa2496 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Sep 12, 2026). Contact South African Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight sa2496 departed from Frankfurt?
Flight sa2496 has not departed from Frankfurt (FRA) yet and is currently on schedule for 6:50 AM. -
What is the seat configuration for flight sa2496?
Flight sa2496 usually flies a Airbus A321 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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