United Airlines
UA1561 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for United Airlines flight UA1561 from Washington D.C. to San Diego (IAD-SAN): Flights for Sep 25, 2026 are scheduled, with the next departure slated for 06:35 from IAD and an expected arrival at 18:35 at SAN .
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Washington D.C. and is expected to arrive in San Diego at 18:20.
15h
DEN
3h 15m
SFO
4h 11m
Check-in Counter
AREA 4
Boarding Gate
D12
Arrival Gate
41
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
15h
DEN
3h 23m
SFO
4h 21m
Check-in Counter
AREA 4
Boarding Gate
D14
Arrival Gate
41
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
8h 20m
SFO
3h 42m
Check-in Counter
7,8
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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UA1561 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA1561 flight from Washington D.C. to San Diego on 9/25/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y. The aircraft has 166 seats.
Boeing 737-800
On-Time Departure
100
%
On-Time Arrival
27
%
Avg. Delay
59 minutes
Aircraft Age
10y
Total Seats
166
Flight Distance
--
Economy
First
Premium Economy
Cabin Amenities
None
Live TV
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
--
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Live TV
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
More legroom than on 6% of flights
52 cm
Seat width better than on 56% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Live TV
Wi-Fi is available
Power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
More legroom than on 7% of flights
--
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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UA1561 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last UA1561 flight departed on Thu, Sep 24 from IAD at approximately 06:44. This flight is expected to arrrive in SAN at 18:20.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 20 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | San Diego (SAN) | 738 | 06:46 | 18:53 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | San Diego (SAN) | 738 | 06:34 | 19:19 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 22 | Denver (DEN) | San Diego (SAN) | B39M | 12:04 | 18:13 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 23 | Denver (DEN) | San Diego (SAN) | 739 | 11:38 | 18:40 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 24 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | San Diego (SAN) | 738 | 06:44 | 18:20 | In Flight |
| Fri, Sep 25 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | San Diego (SAN) | 738 | 06:35 | 18:35 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Sep 26 | Denver (DEN) | San Diego (SAN) | A21N | 11:15 | 18:35 | Scheduled |
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UA1561 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA1561 is 100% (Late on average 9 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 27% (Late on average 59 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
100
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
27
%
Late on average
59 minutes
Early
9
%
On time
18
%
30 mins late
36
%
60 mins late
18
%
90 mins late
18
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight ua1561?
Flight ua1561 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 06:35, arrival 18:35 (updated Sep 25, 2026). -
Is flight ua1561 on time today?
Flight ua1561 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 06:35, with arrival at 18:35. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight ua1561 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua1561 is scheduled to depart at 06:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:35, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 25, 2026). -
When is flight ua1561 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua1561 is scheduled to arrive at 18:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:35. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 25, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight ua1561?
After arrival, baggage for flight ua1561 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 ua1561 fly?
Flight ua1561 is operated by United Airlines from Washington D.C. (IAD) to San Diego (SAN). Typical flight time is about 15 hours; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ua1561 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ua1561 departed from Washington D.C.?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ua1561?
Flight ua1561 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 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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