Sichuan Airlines 3U8979 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the 3U8979 flight operated by Sichuan Airlines on Oct 23, 2026, flying from Chengdu (CTU) to Wuxi (WUX), departed at 07:14 and is expected to arrive at 09:14 and land at Wuxi Shuofang Airport (WUX)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m early
1730km
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
40-65
Boarding Gate
22
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
9
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En route
Your flight has departed Chengdu and is expected to arrive in Wuxi at 09:14.
1730km
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
40-65
Boarding Gate
23
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
8
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
40-65
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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3U8979 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the 3U8979 flight flying from Chengdu to Wuxi on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321. This aircraft has been in service for 8y. The aircraft is equipped with 189 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 1,730km.
Airbus A321
Punctuality (Departure)
100
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
8y
Seats
189
Flight Distance
1,730km
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Drop-down ceiling TVs
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 33% of flights
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
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In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
55 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
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Flight History for 3U8979
Trip.com historical records show that the last 3U8979 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from CTU at approximately 07:04. This flight is expected to arrrive in WUX at 09:05.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32B | 07:08 | 09:15 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32B | 07:04 | 09:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32B | 07:02 | 09:02 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32B | 07:04 | 09:05 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32B | 07:04 | 09:05 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32B | 07:14 | 09:14 | En route |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Chengdu (CTU) | Wuxi (WUX) | 32Z | 06:55 | 09:20 | Scheduled |
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3U8979 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of 3U8979 is 100% (Late on average 12 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
100
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight 3u8979?
Flight 3u8979 has departed (status: En route). Departure 07:14, estimated arrival 09:14 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight 3u8979 on time today?
Flight 3u8979 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 07:14 and is estimated to arrive at 09:14.Has flight 3u8979 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight 3u8979 is scheduled to depart at 06:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:14, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight 3u8979 scheduled to arrive?
Flight 3u8979 is scheduled to arrive at 09:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:14. Status is En route as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight 3u8979?
For flight 3u8979, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 23. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight 3u8979?
After arrival, baggage for flight 3u8979 is expected at carousel 8 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight 3u8979 fly?
Flight 3u8979 is operated by Sichuan Airlines from Chengdu (CTU) to Wuxi (WUX). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight 3u8979?
Track flight 3u8979 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight 3u8979 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If 3u8979 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 23, 2026). Contact Sichuan Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight 3u8979 departed from Chengdu?
Flight 3u8979 has departed from Chengdu (CTU) at 07:14 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight 3u8979?
Flight 3u8979 usually flies a Airbus A321 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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