United Airlines

About United Airlines

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the world with a fleet of 850+ aircrafts. It covers 350+ destinations. United Airlines has good presence in the Asia-Pacific Region despite the fact that it has a large network of domestic and international flights back at home in the United States. Headquartered in Chicago Illinois, United Airlines is one of the founding members of the world’s largest airlines alliance – Star Alliance.

United Airlines Baggage Policy

The company allows one carry-on bag and one personal item like a laptop, handbag or a briefcase inside the cabin per person.

In terms of the checked baggage allowance, the maximum allowed dimension is 158 cm or 62 linear inches, including wheels and handles. If you are looking to travel in the economy class, make sure that you do not carry more than 23kg of checked baggage. Similarly, first class and business class passengers cannot carry more than 32kg.

United Airlines Cabins

United Polaris Business

Get the most out of the signature product of United Airlines – United Polaris – which, as you may already know, is available on all Boeing Aircrafts. For example, Boeing 787, Boeing 757-200, Boeing 767-400 and Boeing 777. The passengers who buy the tickets for this cabin enjoy great benefits such as priority facilities, a separate counter during the check-in, table linens, pre-departure beverages, and a complete range of full course meals, crafted by renowned chefs. Furthermore, United Polaris Business Travellers get access to exclusive lounges, even at partner airlines.

United First and United Business

The first class seats that United Airlines offer on domestic flights is considered business class in international flights. First/Business class cabins come with impressive features such as headrest, leather covers, granite cocktail tables and a table stand. Obviously, you also get priority boarding, complimentary meals and pre-departure drinks, and a dedicated check-in desk.

Economy Plus

Regardless of which United Airline aircraft you are flying, it is bound to have an Economy Plus cabin. The seats are set up in a way that provides better seating with great leg-room. Gold, Platinum and Premier1k members of the company can choose these seats at the time of booking, while silver member can choose seats during the check-in. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and complementary food/drinks with United Airlines’ Economy+.

Economy

Just like Economy+, Economy class too is available on every United Airline aircraft. On international flights, the food and drinks is provided complimentary. However, on domestic journeys, Economy class passengers need to purchase their meals and drinks separately. Passengers have the option to avail pre-arrival meal facility on long-haul international flights.

United Airlines Check-In Policy

You can use one of the methods mentioned below to check-in with United Airlines:

Mobile Check-In: All you need to do is download United Airlines’ mobile app and make check-ins while on the go. Please note that the mobile departure opens 24 hours before the flight departure.

Online Check-In: Head over to the airlines’ official website. Enter your booking confirmation number and access your booking. You may also select your seat upon checking in, though it varies as per the availability and seating policy.

United Airlines Customer Support

United Airlines provides both call and chat support to its passengers. Both of the modes can be accessed through the customer support section on United Airlines’ official website.