United Airlines UA1553 Flight Status Today

International flight United Airlines UA1553 takes off from San Jose (SJO) Costa Rica to Los Angeles (LAX) United States. It's operated by United Airlines. The plane leaves Juan Santamaria International Airport at 06:40 18 January 2026 America/Costa_Rica. The flight is expected to land at Los Angeles International Airport at 11:08 18 January 2026 America/Los_Angeles. The flight will last about 6 hours 28 minutes.

Current status of UA1553 is Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 1 hour, 20 minutes

UA1553 - UAL1553 United Airlines (UA)
SJO San Jose Costa Rica
Flight SJO to LAX
LAX Los Angeles United States
Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 1 hour, 20 minutes
Departure Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA: SJOICAO: MROC
Scheduled 06:40 18 January 2026
Estimated 06:40 18 January 2026
M 16
Arrival Los Angeles International Airport
IATA: LAXICAO: KLAX
Scheduled 11:08 18 January 2026
Estimated 11:08 18 January 2026
7 75A
UA1553 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 6 hours 28 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 4380 kms / 2722 miles
Airline
  • United Airlines
  • IATA: UA
  • ICAO: UAL
  • Operating Days: Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 154
  • Freight capacity: 17.8 tons
  • Passenger classes: First Class, Economy, Business Class, Shuttle
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger
  • Callsign: F-MMPR4
  • Departure Timezone: America/Costa_Rica
  • Arrival Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Current Time in San Jose: Sunday 2026-01-18 05:20 AM
  • Current Time in Los Angeles: Sunday 2026-01-18 03:20 AM

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United Airlines Flight UA1553 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for United Airlines UA1553 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 6 hour(s) 28 minutes, with the flight distance of 4380 km (2722 miles).

What is the current status of United Airlines UA1553 flight?

The current status of flight United Airlines UA1553 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the United Airlines UA1553 flight?

All United Airlines UA1553 flights are operated using Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger aircraft.

When does the flight United Airlines UA1553 arrive?

Flight United Airlines UA1553 arrives at 11:08.

Which terminal the flight United Airlines UA1553 is arriving at?

Flight United Airlines UA1553 arrives in Los Angeles International Airport at Terminal 7.

How many United Airlines UA1553 flights are operated a week?

2 flights per week. The Flight United Airlines UA1553 is operated on Saturday, Sunday.