United Airlines
UA5242 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA5242 flight operated by United Airlines on Oct 9, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Houston (IAH) to Monterrey (MTY). The flight is expected to depart at 8:23 PM (local time in Houston, UTC-5) and land at 8:32 PM (local time in Monterrey, UTC-6) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
1h 37m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
B44
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 37m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
B54
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 37m
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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UA5242 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA5242 flight flying from Houston to Monterrey on 10/9/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 175. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 76 seats.
Embraer 175
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
2 minutes
Age
11y, 11m
Seats
76
Flight Distance
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Economy
First
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 38% of flights
46 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 57% of flights
105°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA5242
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA5242 flight departed on Thu, Oct 8 from IAH at approximately 8:38 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in MTY at 8:49 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 4 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 8:39 PM | 8:51 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 9:03 PM | 9:21 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 8:28 PM | 8:49 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 8:36 PM | 8:53 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 8:38 PM | 8:49 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 8:23 PM | 8:32 PM | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Houston (IAH) | Monterrey (MTY) | E75L | 8:23 PM | 9:00 PM | Scheduled |
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UA5242 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA5242 is 73% (Late on average 22 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
22 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
2 minutes
Early
63
%
On time
33
%
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 ua5242?
Flight ua5242 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 8:23 PM, arrival 9:00 PM (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
Is flight ua5242 on time today?
Flight ua5242 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 8:23 PM, with arrival at 9:00 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight ua5242 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua5242 is scheduled to depart at 8:23 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 8:23 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
When is flight ua5242 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua5242 is scheduled to arrive at 9:00 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 8:32 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 9, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight ua5242?
For flight ua5242, the departure terminal is E and the boarding gate is B54. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight ua5242 fly?
Flight ua5242 is operated by United Airlines from Houston (IAH) to Monterrey (MTY). Typical flight time is about 1 hour37 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ua5242 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ua5242 departed from Houston?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ua5242?
Flight ua5242 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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