United Airlines
UA2278 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA2278 flight operated by United Airlines on Oct 5, 2026 is scheduled to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (ORD). The flight is expected to depart at 10:42 PM (local time in San Francisco, UTC-7) and land at 4:20 AM (local time in Chicago, UTC-5) .
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En route
Your flight has departed San Diego and is expected to arrive in Chicago at 4:48 AM.
7h 20m
SFO
1h 23m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
39
Arrival Gate
C18
Baggage
11
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 19m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
C20
Baggage
11
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 20m
SFO
1h 11m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
39
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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UA2278 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA2278 flight flying from San Francisco to Chicago on 10/5/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 2y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 200 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
27 minutes
Age
2y, 6m
Seats
200
Flight Distance
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Economy
First
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
47 cm
Seat width better than on 77% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
More legroom than on 16% of flights
53 cm
Seat width better than on 51% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
84 cm
Legroom
47 cm
Seat width better than on 77% of flights
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA2278
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA2278 flight departed on Sun, Oct 4 from SFO at approximately 8:14 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in ORD at 4:48 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | San Diego (SAN) | Chicago (ORD) | A21N | 7:44 PM | 4:25 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | San Diego (SAN) | Chicago (ORD) | 738 | 8:56 PM | 5:17 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | San Diego (SAN) | Chicago (ORD) | B39M | 9:34 PM | 4:34 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | San Diego (SAN) | Chicago (ORD) | A21N | 7:56 PM | 4:31 AM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | San Diego (SAN) | Chicago (ORD) | B39M | 8:14 PM | 4:48 AM | En route |
| Mon, Oct 5 | San Francisco (SFO) | Chicago (ORD) | A21N | 10:42 PM | 4:20 AM | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | San Diego (SAN) | Chicago (ORD) | 739 | 7:41 PM | 5:01 AM | Scheduled |
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UA2278 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA2278 is 70% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 27 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
27 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
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 ua2278?
Flight ua2278 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 10:42 PM, arrival 5:01 AM (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
Is flight ua2278 on time today?
Flight ua2278 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 10:42 PM, with arrival at 5:01 AM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight ua2278 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua2278 is scheduled to depart at 10:42 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:42 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
When is flight ua2278 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua2278 is scheduled to arrive at 5:01 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 4:20 AM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 5, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua2278?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua2278 is expected at carousel 11 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight ua2278 fly?
Flight ua2278 is operated by United Airlines from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (ORD). Typical flight time is about 4 hours19 minutes; operating days may include Monday. -
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If flight ua2278 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ua2278 departed from San Francisco?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ua2278?
Flight ua2278 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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