United Airlines UA1979 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA1979 flight operated by United Airlines on Oct 30, 2026 is scheduled to fly from New York (EWR) to San Diego (SAN). The flight is expected to depart at 6:37 AM (local time in New York, UTC-4) and land at 5:53 PM (local time in San Diego, UTC-7) .
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 19m early
14h 16m
TPA
2h 47m
IAH
3h 41m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
C70
Arrival Gate
45
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
14h 16m
TPA
2h 50m
IAH
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
C131
Arrival Gate
40
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
14h 16m
TPA
2h 1m
IAH
3h 12m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
A24
Arrival Gate
45
Baggage
6
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Scheduled: 5:24 AM
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UA1979 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA1979 flight flying from New York to San Diego on 10/30/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-900. This aircraft has been in service for 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 179 seats.
Boeing 737-900
Punctuality (Departure)
100
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
18 minutes
Age
10m
Seats
179
Flight Distance
--
Economy
First
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Entertainment available, please bring your own device
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Entertainment available, please bring your own device
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
More legroom than on 4% of flights
51 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Entertainment available, please bring your own device
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
105°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA1979
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA1979 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from EWR at approximately 6:41 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in SAN at 5:34 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | 739 | 6:45 AM | 5:18 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | 739 | 6:46 AM | 5:45 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | B39M | 6:46 AM | 5:38 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | 739 | 6:59 AM | 5:36 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | B39M | 6:41 AM | 5:34 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | B39M | 6:37 AM | 5:53 PM | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 31 | New York (EWR) | San Diego (SAN) | 739 | 6:37 AM | 5:53 PM | Scheduled |
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UA1979 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA1979 is 100% (Late on average 12 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 18 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
100
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
18 minutes
Early
100
%
On time
0
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight ua1979?
Flight ua1979 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 6:37 AM, arrival 5:53 PM (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight ua1979 on time today?
Flight ua1979 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 6:37 AM, with arrival at 5:53 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight ua1979 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua1979 is scheduled to depart at 6:37 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:37 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight ua1979 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua1979 is scheduled to arrive at 5:53 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 5:53 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 30, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ua1979?
For flight ua1979, the departure terminal is C and the boarding gate is C131. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua1979?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua1979 is expected at carousel 6 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ua1979 fly?
Flight ua1979 is operated by United Airlines from New York (EWR) to San Diego (SAN). Typical flight time is about 14 hours16 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight ua1979?
Track flight ua1979 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 ua1979 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ua1979 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 30, 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 ua1979 departed from New York?
Flight ua1979 has not departed from New York (EWR) yet and is currently on schedule for 6:37 AM.
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