United Airlines UA4042 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA4042 flight operated by United Airlines on Nov 1, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Richmond (RIC) to Houston (IAH). The flight is expected to depart at 6:00 AM (local time in Richmond, UTC-4) and land at 7:36 AM (local time in Houston, UTC-5) .
Sat, Oct 31
Sun, Nov 1
Mon, Nov 2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 51m early
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
B5
Arrival Gate
30
Baggage
C10
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
B5
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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UA4042 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA4042 flight flying from Richmond to Houston on 11/1/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 175. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 76 seats.
Embraer 175
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
27 minutes
Age
12y, 7m
Seats
76
Flight Distance
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Economy
First
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
1-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
105°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA4042
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA4042 flight departed on Sat, Oct 31 from RIC at approximately 6:19 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in IAH at 7:54 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 27 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:13 AM | 7:59 AM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:25 AM | 8:09 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:15 AM | 8:00 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:07 AM | 7:51 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:19 AM | 7:54 AM | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:00 AM | 7:36 AM | Scheduled |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Richmond (RIC) | Houston (IAH) | E75L | 6:00 AM | 8:45 AM | Scheduled |
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UA4042 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA4042 is 90% (Late on average 16 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 27 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
16 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
90
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
27 minutes
Early
93
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight ua4042?
Flight ua4042 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 6:00 AM, arrival 8:45 AM (updated Nov 1, 2026).Is flight ua4042 on time today?
Flight ua4042 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 6:00 AM, with arrival at 8:45 AM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight ua4042 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua4042 is scheduled to depart at 6:00 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:00 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 1, 2026).When is flight ua4042 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua4042 is scheduled to arrive at 8:45 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 7:36 AM. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 1, 2026.What route does flight ua4042 fly?
Flight ua4042 is operated by United Airlines from Richmond (RIC) to Houston (IAH). Typical flight time is about 3 hours45 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight ua4042?
Track flight ua4042 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 ua4042 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ua4042 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 1, 2026). Contact United Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ua4042 departed from Richmond?
Flight ua4042 has not departed from Richmond (RIC) yet and is currently on schedule for 6:00 AM.What is the seat configuration for flight ua4042?
Flight ua4042 usually flies a Embraer 175 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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