United Airlines UA971 Flight Status Today

International flight United Airlines UA971 takes off from Rome (FCO) Italy to Chicago (ORD) United States. It's operated by United Airlines. The plane leaves Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport at 09:45 01 May 2026 Europe/Rome. The flight is expected to land at O'Hare International Airport at 13:05 01 May 2026 America/Chicago. The flight will last about 10 hours 20 minutes.

Current status of UA971 is Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 8 hours, 53 minutes

UA971 - UAL971 United Airlines (UA)
FCO Rome Italy
Flight FCO to ORD
ORD Chicago United States
Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 8 hours, 53 minutes
Departure Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
IATA: FCOICAO: LIRF
Scheduled 09:45 01 May 2026
Estimated 09:45 01 May 2026
3 None
Arrival O'Hare International Airport
IATA: ORDICAO: KORD
Scheduled 13:05 01 May 2026
Estimated 13:05 01 May 2026
5 None
UA971 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AC 3008, LH 7766, OS 7925, SN 9020
  • Flight Duration: 10 hours 20 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 7763 kms / 4824 miles
Airline
  • United Airlines
  • IATA: UA
  • ICAO: UAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 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 787-10
  • Callsign: F-CYLQ1
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Rome
  • Arrival Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Current Time in Rome: Friday 2026-05-01 00:52 AM
  • Current Time in Chicago: Thursday 2026-04-30 17:52 PM

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United Airlines Flight UA971 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for United Airlines UA971 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 10 hour(s) 20 minutes, with the flight distance of 7763 km (4824 miles).

What is the current status of United Airlines UA971 flight?

The current status of flight United Airlines UA971 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the United Airlines UA971 flight?

All United Airlines UA971 flights are operated using Boeing 787-10 aircraft.

When does the flight United Airlines UA971 arrive?

Flight United Airlines UA971 arrives at 13:05.

Which terminal the flight United Airlines UA971 is arriving at?

Flight United Airlines UA971 arrives in O'Hare International Airport at Terminal 5.

How many United Airlines UA971 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight United Airlines UA971 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .