China Eastern Airlines MU8538 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the MU8538 flight operated by China Eastern Airlines on Sep 20, 2026, flying from Kunming (KMG) to Dalian (DLC), departed at 12:42 PM and is expected to arrive at 3:58 PM and land at Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m early
2597km
3h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Kunming and is expected to arrive in Dalian at 3:58 PM.
2597km
3h 40m
Check-in Counter
F,G
Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Changsha (CSX) 
Kunming (KMG)
Kunming (KMG)Scheduled: 10:00 AM
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MU8538 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the MU8538 flight flying from Kunming to Dalian on 9/20/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y. The aircraft is equipped with 170 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 2,597 km.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
97%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97%
Early on average
10 minutes
Age
14y
Seats
170
Flight Distance
2,597 km
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Drop-down ceiling TVs
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
74 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width better than on 17% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
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In-Flight Services
Meal included
Drop-down ceiling TVs
Wi-Fi is unavailable
Power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 25% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
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Flight History for MU8538
Trip.com historical records show that the last MU8538 flight departed on Sat, Sep 19 from KMG at approximately 11:18 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in DLC at 2:36 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 14 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 11:41 AM | 3:07 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 15 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 11:24 AM | 2:43 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 16 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 11:20 AM | 2:44 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 11:16 AM | 2:43 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 11:17 AM | 2:30 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 19 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 11:18 AM | 2:36 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Kunming (KMG) | Dalian (DLC) | 73H | 12:42 PM | 3:58 PM | En route |
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MU8538 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of MU8538 is 97% (Late on average 8 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97%
Late on average 8 minutes
Early
0%
On time
97%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Canceled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97%
Early on average 10 minutes
Early
90%
On time
7%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Canceled
0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight mu8538?
Flight mu8538 has departed (status: En route). Departure 12:42 PM, estimated arrival 3:58 PM (updated Sep 20, 2026).Is flight mu8538 on time today?
Flight mu8538 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 12:42 PM and is estimated to arrive at 3:58 PM.Has flight mu8538 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight mu8538 is scheduled to depart at 11:10 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:42 PM, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 20, 2026).When is flight mu8538 scheduled to arrive?
Flight mu8538 is scheduled to arrive at 2:50 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 3:58 PM. Status is En route as of Sep 20, 2026.What route does flight mu8538 fly?
Flight mu8538 is operated by China Eastern Airlines from Kunming (KMG) to Dalian (DLC). Typical flight time is about 3 hours40 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight mu8538?
Track flight mu8538 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 mu8538 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If mu8538 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 20, 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.Has flight mu8538 departed from Kunming?
Flight mu8538 has departed from Kunming (KMG) at 12:42 PM (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight mu8538?
Flight mu8538 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 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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