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MU5042 Flight Status

According to the latest from Trip.com for China Eastern Airlines Flight MU5042 from Seoul to Shanghai (ICN–PVG): Flight MU5042 has landed safely at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) at 14:28 local time, arriving approximately 13m behind schedule.
Sun, Sep 20
Mon, Sep 21
Tue, Sep 22
SEL-SHA

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m early
Seoul(ICN)
13:34
Scheduled: 12:55, Sep 20
Incheon International Airport T1
845km
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 20m
Shanghai(PVG)
14:12
Scheduled: 14:15, Sep 20
Shanghai Pudong International Airport T1
Check-in Counter
H01-H18
Boarding Gate
123
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
14
SEL-SHA

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m late
Seoul(ICN)
13:52
Scheduled: 12:55, Sep 21
Incheon International Airport T1
845km
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 20m
Shanghai(PVG)
14:28
Scheduled: 14:15, Sep 21
Shanghai Pudong International Airport T1
Check-in Counter
H01-H18
Boarding Gate
121
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
11
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SEL-SHA

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Seoul(ICN)
12:55
Scheduled: 12:55, Sep 22
Incheon International Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 20m
Shanghai(PVG)
14:15
Scheduled: 14:15, Sep 22
Shanghai Pudong International Airport T1
Check-in Counter
H01-H18
Boarding Gate
121
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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MU5041
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Shanghai (SHA) Seoul (SEL)
Scheduled: 11:55
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MU5042 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the MU5042 flight flying from Seoul to Shanghai on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A330-300. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 3m. The aircraft is equipped with 294 seats.
flight status
Airbus A330-300
Punctuality (Departure)
7%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87%
Late on average
11 minutes
Age
8y, 3m
Seats
294
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 28% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
89 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
147 cm
More legroom than on 71% of flights
48 cm
Seat width
166°
Reclining Angle
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for MU5042

Trip.com historical records show that the last MU5042 flight departed on Sun, Sep 20 from ICN at approximately 13:34. This flight is expected to arrrive in PVG at 14:12.
DateAirportAircraft ModelDepartureArrivalStatus
DepartureArrival
Wed, Sep 16Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33313:4414:18Arrived
Thu, Sep 17Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33313:4414:21Arrived
Fri, Sep 18Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33313:4814:23Arrived
Sat, Sep 19Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33313:3314:06Arrived
Sun, Sep 20Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33313:3414:12Arrived
Mon, Sep 21Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33213:5214:28Arrived
Tue, Sep 22Seoul (ICN)Shanghai (PVG)33312:5514:15Scheduled
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MU5042 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of MU5042 is 7% (Late on average 55 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 11 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
7%
Late on average 55 minutes
Early
0%
On time
7%
30 mins late
57%
60 mins late
30%
90 mins late
7%
Canceled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87%
Late on average 11 minutes
Early
23%
On time
63%
30 mins late
10%
60 mins late
3%
90 mins late
0%
Canceled
0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight mu5042?

    Flight mu5042 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 14:28 (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight mu5042 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 14:28; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.
  • Flight mu5042 is scheduled to depart at 12:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:52, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight mu5042 is scheduled to arrive at 14:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:28. Status is Arrived as of Sep 21, 2026.
  • For flight mu5042, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 121. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight mu5042 is expected at carousel 11 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight mu5042 is operated by China Eastern Airlines from Seoul (ICN) to Shanghai (PVG). Typical flight time is about 2 hours20 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight mu5042 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 mu5042 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Sep 21, 2026). Contact China Eastern Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight mu5042 has already left Seoul and completed its journey. Departure was 13:52; actual arrival 14:28.
  • Flight mu5042 usually flies a Airbus A330-300 with seat layout 2-4-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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