United Airlines
UA879 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA879 flight operated by United Airlines on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Houston (IAH). The flight is expected to depart at 10:00 AM (local time in London, UTC+1) and land at 1:32 PM (local time in Houston, UTC-5) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 36m early
10h 15m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
B48
Arrival Gate
E7
Baggage
F1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 15m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
E7
Baggage
F12
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 15m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
F12
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UA879 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA879 flight flying from London to Houston on 10/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 777-200. This aircraft has been in service for 29y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 364 seats.
Boeing 777-200
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
13 minutes
Age
29y, 1m
Seats
364
Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
193 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
48 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA879
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA879 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from LHR at approximately 10:08 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in IAH at 1:39 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:22 AM | 1:46 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:15 AM | 1:43 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:24 AM | 1:46 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:18 AM | 1:40 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:08 AM | 1:39 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:00 AM | 1:32 PM | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 3 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:00 AM | 2:15 PM | Scheduled |
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UA879 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA879 is 77% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
13 minutes
Early
77
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
1
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight ua879?
Flight ua879 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 10:00 AM, arrival 2:15 PM (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
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Has flight ua879 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua879 is scheduled to depart at 10:00 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:00 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight ua879 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua879 is scheduled to arrive at 2:15 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 1:32 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua879?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua879 is expected at carousel F12 in terminal E. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight ua879 fly?
Flight ua879 is operated by United Airlines from London (LHR) to Houston (IAH). Typical flight time is about 10 hours15 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ua879 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ua879 departed from London?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ua879?
Flight ua879 usually flies a Boeing 777-200 with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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