Landed On Time
Departure: Thu, Jun 4, 2026
Scheduled:
15:08
|
Actual:
15:24
Arrival: Thu, Jun 4, 2026
Scheduled:
16:27
|
Actual:
16:10
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UA 686 Flight Status & Schedule

Date Departure Arrival Status
Jun 04 15:24 16:10
Landed
Track >
Jun 03 16:20 17:13
Landed Late
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Jun 02 16:28 17:15
Delayed
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Jun 01 15:39 16:28
Landed
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May 31 15:53 16:58
Delayed
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United Airlines UA 686 Houston to New Orleans Flight Information

United Airlines Flight UA686 connects Houston, United States to New Orleans, United States, taking off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport IAH and landing at New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport MSY.

How long is the UA686 flight from Houston to New Orleans?

The average flight time from Houston to New Orleans is 51 minutes. The flight distance is 490 km / 304 miles and the average flight speed is 563 km/h / 350 mph.

How many UA686 flights are operated per week?

5 flights per week. The flight UA686 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.

What is the On-Time Performance (OTP) of United Airlines Flight UA686 Houston to New Orleans?

The Airportia On-Time Performance Rating for United Airlines Flight UA686 is 4.7/5 stars. This metric is calculated using data from the past 10 flights.

When was the latest UA686 flight?

The latest flight took off on Thursday, June 4th, 2026 with the flight status being Landed on 16:10.

How else can the flight UA686 be referenced as?

This United Airlines flight can also be referenced as UAL686, UA0686, UA 686, UAL 686.

How often is flight UA686 delayed?

On average, 60% of all UA686 flights are delayed. The average delay is 27 minutes.

Can I get compensation for my delayed or cancelled UA686 flight or baggage issues?

If your UA686 flight was cancelled, delayed, or if you experienced baggage issues such as delayed, damaged, or lost bags, you may be entitled to compensation. Compensation amounts and eligibility depend on various regulations, including EC 261/2004, UK261, CA Montreal Convention, US GoodWill, BR-ANAC, SA-GACA and TK-SHY.

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UA686 and Houston IAH to New Orleans MSY Flights

Flight UA686 is code-shared by 5 airlines using the flight numbers AC4808, CM1620, LH8639, NH6520, NZ6772

Other flights departing from Houston IAH: UA4946, AA1919, DL1307, KL662

Other flights arriving at New Orleans MSY: DL3146, F91371, WN3743, AA2198

All flights connecting Houston IAH to New Orleans MSY.

UA686 United Airlines Flight: Houston to New Orleans Route Map

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