United Airlines UA5478 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA5478 flight operated by United Airlines on Nov 11, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Knoxville (TYS) to Detroit (DTW). The flight is expected to depart at 17:40 and arrive at 23:57 .
Tue, Nov 10
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
6h 17m
ORD
3h 19m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
13
Arrival Gate
D2
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
6h 17m
ORD
3h 31m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
6h 17m
ORD
2h 47m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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UA5478 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA5478 flight from Knoxville to Detroit on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 175. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 8m. The aircraft has 76 seats.
Embraer 175
Punctuality (Departure)
71
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
13 minutes
Age
11y, 8m
Seats
76
Flight Distance
--
Economy
First
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 80% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
More legroom than on 40% of flights
51 cm
Seat width better than on 80% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
--
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 better than on 80% of flights
105°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA5478
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA5478 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from TYS at approximately 17:52. This flight is expected to arrrive in DTW at 23:46.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Knoxville (TYS) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 21:31 | 23:55 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Chicago (ORD) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 22:01 | 23:50 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Knoxville (TYS) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 17:50 | 23:46 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Knoxville (TYS) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 18:07 | 23:40 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Knoxville (TYS) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 17:52 | 23:46 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Knoxville (TYS) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 17:40 | 23:57 | Scheduled |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Knoxville (TYS) | Detroit (DTW) | E75L | 17:40 | 23:57 | Scheduled |
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UA5478 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA5478 is 71% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
71
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
71
%
30 mins late
21
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
13 minutes
Early
86
%
On time
14
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ua5478?
Flight ua5478 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 17:40, arrival 23:57 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight ua5478 on time today?
Flight ua5478 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:40, with arrival at 23:57. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight ua5478 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua5478 is scheduled to depart at 17:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:40, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight ua5478 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua5478 is scheduled to arrive at 23:57. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 23:57. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua5478?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua5478 is expected at carousel 3 in terminal E. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ua5478 fly?
Flight ua5478 is operated by United Airlines from Knoxville (TYS) to Detroit (DTW). Typical flight time is about 6 hours 17 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight ua5478?
Track flight ua5478 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 ua5478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ua5478 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 11, 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 ua5478 departed from Knoxville?
Flight ua5478 has not departed from Knoxville (TYS) yet and is currently on schedule for 17:40.
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