United Airlines
UA979 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA979 flight operated by United Airlines on Oct 5, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Edinburgh (EDI) to Washington D.C. (IAD). The flight is expected to depart at 12:30 (local time in Edinburgh, UTC+1) and arrive at 15:35 (local time in Washington D.C., UTC-4) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m late
8h 5m
Check-in Counter
17-22
Boarding Gate
1K
Arrival Gate
C7
Baggage
16
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
8h 5m
Check-in Counter
17-22
Boarding Gate
1K
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
17
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UA979 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA979 flight from Edinburgh to Washington D.C. on 10/4/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 757-200. This aircraft has been in service for 28y, 8m. The aircraft has 169 seats.
Boeing 757-200
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
28y, 8m
Seats
169
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
--
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
193 cm
Legroom
52 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA979
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Edinburgh (EDI) | Washington D.C. (IAD) | 752 | 12:53 | 14:59 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Edinburgh (EDI) | Washington D.C. (IAD) | 752 | 13:08 | 15:18 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Edinburgh (EDI) | Washington D.C. (IAD) | 752 | 12:43 | 15:28 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Edinburgh (EDI) | Washington D.C. (IAD) | 752 | 12:39 | 15:36 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Edinburgh (EDI) | Washington D.C. (IAD) | 752 | 12:30 | 15:35 | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Edinburgh (EDI) | Washington D.C. (IAD) | 752 | 12:30 | 15:35 | Scheduled |
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UA979 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA979 is 77% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight ua979 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 12:30, with arrival at 15:35. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight ua979 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua979 is scheduled to depart at 12:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 4, 2026). -
When is flight ua979 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua979 is scheduled to arrive at 15:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:35. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 4, 2026. -
What route does flight ua979 fly?
Flight ua979 is operated by United Airlines from Edinburgh (EDI) to Washington D.C. (IAD). Typical flight time is about 8 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Sunday. -
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If flight ua979 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ua979?
Flight ua979 usually flies a Boeing 757-200 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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