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UA6040 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA6040 flight operated by United Airlines on Oct 16, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD). The flight is expected to depart at 13:24 and arrive at 14:17 .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 26m early
1h 36m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
25
Arrival Gate
F26
Baggage
12
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 36m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
B18
Baggage
12
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 34m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Des Moines (DSM)
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UA6040 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA6040 flight from Des Moines to Chicago on 10/16/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Bombardier CRJ-550. This aircraft has been in service for 23y, 5m. The aircraft has 69 seats.
Bombardier CRJ-550
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
86
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
23y, 5m
Seats
69
Flight Distance
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Economy
First
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 38% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 42% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
91 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width better than on 20% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
1-2
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
More legroom than on 26% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 39% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA6040
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA6040 flight departed on Thu, Oct 15 from DSM at approximately 13:44. This flight is expected to arrrive in ORD at 14:34.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 11 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | CRJ7 | 14:41 | 15:33 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | E75L | 15:03 | 15:56 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | CRJ7 | 13:39 | 14:33 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | E75L | 13:32 | 14:22 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | E75L | 13:44 | 14:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | E75L | 13:24 | 14:17 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Des Moines (DSM) | Chicago (ORD) | CRJ7 | 13:26 | 15:00 | Scheduled |
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UA6040 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA6040 is 67% (Late on average 36 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 86% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
36 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
14
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
86
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
19
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
5
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Has flight ua6040 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua6040 is scheduled to depart at 13:24. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:24, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 16, 2026). -
When is flight ua6040 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua6040 is scheduled to arrive at 15:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:17. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 16, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua6040?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua6040 is expected at carousel 12 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight ua6040 fly?
Flight ua6040 is operated by United Airlines from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 36 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ua6040 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ua6040?
Flight ua6040 usually flies a Bombardier CRJ-550 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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