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United Airlines — at a glance
United Airlines, a founding member of the Star Alliance network, operates one of the largest global route maps with service to 350+ destinations across six continents. United's hub-and-spoke network centers on Chicago O'Hare, Newark, Houston, Denver, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Washington Dulles, with premium products including United Polaris business class and United Premium Plus.
Information sourced from public United Airlines materials. Confirm current policy with the airline before you fly.
United baggage
United permits one personal item on all fares plus one carry-on on Economy, Premium Plus, Business and First. Basic Economy tickets include only a personal item on most domestic routes. Checked bag fees begin at $35 domestic; MileagePlus Premier members receive free checked bags.
Changes & cancellations
United has removed change fees on Standard Economy, Premium Plus, Business and First Class tickets for most domestic and international flights. Basic Economy tickets are non-changeable. Same-day flight changes are available for a fee or free for Premier members.
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Pick the right cabin for your trip
Typical United cabin specs for U.S.-based long-haul. Specs vary by aircraft and route — confirm with your specialist before booking.
| Cabin | Seat / Pitch | Meals | Baggage | IFE | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 17–18" wide · 30–32" pitch | Snack + soft drinks (paid options) | Carry-on only on basic fares | Personal IFE on long-haul | $120 – $300 |
| Premium Economy | 18–19" wide · 36–38" pitch | Hot meal + complimentary drinks | 1 checked bag included | Larger personal IFE + headphones | $300 – $700 |
| Business | 20–22" wide · lie-flat seat | Multi-course menu + wine pairing | 2 checked bags + priority handling | HD IFE + noise-cancelling kit | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| First | Private suite · fully flat bed | Chef-curated dining on demand | 3 checked bags + lounge access | Largest IFE + premium amenity kit | $4,000 + |
United Airlines maintains solid on-time performance across its hub network, especially on transcon and Pacific routes.
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation 2024 Air Travel Consumer Report (publicly available).
United MileagePlus
Miles + PQF/PQP earn structure. Star Alliance Gold benefits unlock priority boarding, lounge access and free checked bags.
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