Air France AF872 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Air France flight AF872 from Paris to Cape Town (CDG-CPT): Flight AF872 has safely landed at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) 6:35 AM (local time), about 10m late.
Tue, Nov 10
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m late
11h 45m
Check-in Counter
4-5
Boarding Gate
K43
Arrival Gate
A3
Baggage
1
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AF872 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AF872 flight from Paris to Cape Town on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 4y, 10m. The aircraft has 324 seats.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
82
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
4y, 10m
Seats
324
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
71 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AF872
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Nov 1 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 5:59 PM | 5:43 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 6:05 PM | 6:13 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 5:56 PM | 6:03 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 8:24 PM | 8:28 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 8:32 PM | 8:21 AM | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 5:57 PM | 5:43 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Paris (CDG) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 6:23 PM | 6:35 AM | Arrived |
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AF872 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AF872 is 73% (Late on average 47 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 82% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
47 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
9
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
18
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
82
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Early
82
%
On time
0
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
18
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight af872?
Flight af872 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 6:35 AM (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight af872 on time today?
Flight af872 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 6:35 AM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight af872 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight af872 is scheduled to depart at 5:40 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:23 PM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight af872 scheduled to arrive?
Flight af872 is scheduled to arrive at 6:25 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 6:35 AM. Status is Arrived as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the gate information for flight af872?
For flight af872, the departure terminal is T2E and the boarding gate is K43. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight af872?
After arrival, baggage for flight af872 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal I. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight af872 fly?
Flight af872 is operated by Air France from Paris (CDG) to Cape Town (CPT). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 45 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight af872?
Track flight af872 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 af872 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If af872 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 12, 2026). Contact Air France or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight af872 departed from Paris?
Flight af872 has already left Paris and completed its journey. Departure was 6:23 PM; actual arrival 6:35 AM.What is the seat configuration for flight af872?
Flight af872 usually flies a Airbus A350-900 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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