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Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number UA59 take?
Flight number UA59 takes 11 hours and 16 minutes to jet non-stop from Frankfurt am Main Airport to SFO. We all know there’s magic in the destination, but getting there is half the fun!
How often is UA59 on time?
Approximately 83% of UA59 flights arrive on time — so if you’re traveling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA-Frankfurt Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can rest easy knowing that you’ll touch down at your destination as quickly as possible. On the rare occasion that your United Airlines flight runs late, the average wait time is roughly 16 minutes. Due to the air carrier’s high standard, this route has a star rating of 3.25.
What terminal does UA59 fly out of?
UA59 runs between Frankfurt am Main Airport and SFO, and travelers taking this flight generally take off from Terminal 1.
What kind of plane is on flight number UA59?
There’s a good chance you’ll be hopping on board a Boeing 787-9 if you have a seat on flight UA59. This flight nearly always takes off from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) and arrives at SFO.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
For more info about changing your UA59 flight with Travelocity, please visit our Customer Service Portal.