How long is the UA8859 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 30 min. Frankfurt to Boston is 5,888 km (3,658 mi).

Which terminal does UA8859 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and arrives at Terminal E at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does UA8859 have?

Also listed as UAL8859 (United Airlines' ICAO code) and UA 8859.

Can I get compensation if UA8859 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

UA8859 Flight Status United Airlines: Frankfurt to Boston (UAL8859)

UA 8859 Frankfurt to Boston Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 17th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

UA 8859 Flight Status & Schedule United Airlines Frankfurt to Boston

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 17	FRA	BOS	18:52	20:59	Delayed	Track >
Oct 16	FRA	BOS	18:21	20:06	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	FRA	BOS	18:07	20:23	Landed	Track >
Oct 14	FRA	BOS	17:59	20:00	Landed	Track >
Oct 13	FRA	BOS	17:57	20:07	Landed	Track >
Oct 12	FRA	BOS	18:01	19:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 11	FRA	BOS	18:01	19:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 10	FRA	BOS	17:58	20:09	Landed	Track >
Oct 09	FRA	BOS	17:58	20:17	Landed	Track >
Oct 08	FRA	BOS	17:57	20:19	Landed	Track >

United Airlines flight UA 8859 links Frankfurt and Boston, 5,888 km (3,658 mi) apart. With 8 h 30 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 8 h 10 min, it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight was scheduled on 17 October 2026.

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About UA 8859

Route: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Boston Logan International Airport BOS
Distance: 5,888 km (3,658 mi)
Typical flight time: 8 h 10 min
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 1

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €600 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

UA 8859 FAQ

How long is the UA8859 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 30 min. Frankfurt to Boston is 5,888 km (3,658 mi).
How often is UA8859 late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which terminal does UA8859 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and arrives at Terminal E at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does UA8859 have?: Also listed as UAL8859 (United Airlines' ICAO code) and UA 8859.
Can I get compensation if UA8859 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

UA8859 and Frankfurt FRA to Boston BOS Flights

Flight UA8859 is a code-share United Airlines flight of the Lufthansa operated LH420.

Other flights departing from Frankfurt FRA: PC1732, LH420, 3S444

Other flights arriving at Boston BOS: LH420, B6988, WN4440

All flights connecting Frankfurt FRA to Boston BOS.