United Airlines
UA879 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA879 flight operated by United Airlines on Aug 29, 2026, flying from London (LHR) to Houston (IAH), departed at 10:42 (local time in London, UTC+1) and is expected to arrive at 14:19 (local time in Houston, UTC-5) at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 37m late
10h 20m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
B33
Arrival Gate
E5
Baggage
F10
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En route
Your flight has departed London and is expected to arrive in Houston at 14:19.
10h 20m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
B31
Arrival Gate
E7
Baggage
F4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 20m
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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UA879 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA879 flight from London to Houston on 8/29/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 777-200. This aircraft has been in service for 26y, 11m. The aircraft has 252 seats.
Boeing 777-200
Punctuality (Departure)
53
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
26y, 11m
Seats
252
Flight Distance
--
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
43 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
198 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
56 cm
Seat width better than on 100% of flights
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 Fri, Aug 28 from LHR at approximately 12:34. This flight is expected to arrrive in IAH at 15:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Aug 25 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:24 | 13:57 | Arrived |
| Wed, Aug 26 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Thu, Aug 27 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 11:13 | 14:33 | Arrived |
| Fri, Aug 28 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 12:34 | 15:57 | Arrived |
| Sat, Aug 29 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:42 | 14:19 | En route |
| Sun, Aug 30 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:00 | 14:20 | Scheduled |
| Mon, Aug 31 | London (LHR) | Houston (IAH) | 772 | 10:00 | 14:20 | Scheduled |
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UA879 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA879 is 53% (Late on average 43 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53
%
Late on average
43 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
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What is the current status of flight ua879?
Flight ua879 has departed (status: En route). Departure 10:42, estimated arrival 14:19 (updated Aug 29, 2026). -
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Has flight ua879 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua879 is scheduled to depart at 10:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:42, and the current status is En route (updated Aug 29, 2026). -
When is flight ua879 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua879 is scheduled to arrive at 14:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:19. Status is En route as of Aug 29, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight ua879?
For flight ua879, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is B31. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua879?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua879 is expected at carousel F4 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 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
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If flight ua879 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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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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