How long is the UA8871 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 55 min. Munich to New York is 6,481 km (4,027 mi).

Which terminal does UA8871 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Munich Airport (MUC) and arrives at Terminal 1 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does UA8871 have?

Also listed as UAL8871 (United Airlines' ICAO code) and UA 8871.

Can I get compensation if UA8871 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.

UA8871 Flight Status United Airlines: Munich to New York (UAL8871)

United Airlines UA 8871

En-Route, Arriving in 7h15'

MUC Munich

Scheduled: 12:45
Actual: 13:03

Terminal: 2 | Gate: L30

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CET

Munich Airport (MUC)

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JFK New York

Scheduled: 15:40
Estimated: 14:54
Delay

Terminal: 1

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time EST

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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Departed 35m ago · lands in 7h 15m 8%

MUC 13:03 JFK 14:54

494 km (307 mi) flown · 5,987 km (3,720 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 6481 km / 4027 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:55 · Typical Duration: 07:50

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UA 8871 Flight Status & Schedule United Airlines Munich to New York

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	MUC	JFK	13:03	14:54	En-Route	Track >
Nov 08	MUC	JFK	12:58	15:01	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	MUC	JFK	12:59	14:57	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	MUC	JFK	13:36	15:31	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	MUC	JFK	13:31	15:10	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	MUC	JFK	13:30	15:05	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	MUC	JFK	12:52	14:29	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	MUC	JFK	13:08	14:58	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	MUC	JFK	12:54	15:04	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	MUC	JFK	13:11	16:23	Landed	Track >

United Airlines operates UA 8871 from Munich to New York, a 6,481 km (4,027 mi) trip, daily. Its timetable allows 8 h 55 min; in practice it usually takes about 7 h 50 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 13:03, 18 minutes late, and is due in New York at 14:54, 46 minutes early.

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About UA 8871

Route: Munich Airport MUC to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK
Distance: 6,481 km (4,027 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 50 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 2

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 8871 FAQ

How long is the UA8871 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 55 min. Munich to New York is 6,481 km (4,027 mi).
How often is UA8871 late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does UA8871 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does UA8871 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Munich Airport (MUC) and arrives at Terminal 1 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does UA8871 have?: Also listed as UAL8871 (United Airlines' ICAO code) and UA 8871.
Can I get compensation if UA8871 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.

UA8871 and Munich MUC to New York JFK Flights

Flight UA8871 is a code-share United Airlines flight of the Lufthansa operated LH410.

Other flights departing from Munich MUC: LH410, LH466

Other flights arriving at New York JFK: LH410, B620, 9E5262

All flights connecting Munich MUC to New York JFK.