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== Cabins ==
===United Polaris===
[[File:United Polaris business cabin on a 777-300ER.jpg|thumb|United Polaris business on a Boeing 777-300ER]]
United Polaris is the airline's international [[business class]] product. The Polaris seat converts into a {{convert|6|ft|6|in|adj=on}} flatbed and has multiple storage areas, multiple charging ports, lumbar support, and improved dining and amenities.<ref>{{Cite press release |last=Airlines |first=United |title=United Airlines Unveils Reimagined International Travel Experience – United Polaris Business Class |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/united-airlines-unveils-reimagined-international-travel-experience---united-polaris-business-class-300278706.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170927040803/http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/united-airlines-unveils-reimagined-international-travel-experience---united-polaris-business-class-300278706.html |archive-date=September 27, 2017 |access-date=March 13, 2019 |website=www.prnewswire.com |language=en}}</ref>

Polaris seats can be found on all Boeing [[Boeing 757-200|757-200]]s, [[Boeing 767|767]]s, [[Boeing 777-300ER|777-300ER]]s, [[Boeing 787 Dreamliner|787]]s, and internationally configured [[Boeing 777-200ER|777-200ER]]s. On the 757s, Polaris is configured in a 2-2 seat configuration, so window passengers do not have direct aisle access. On widebody aircraft, the cabins are configured to provide aisle access to every passenger,<ref>{{Cite web |title=United Polaris FAQ |url=https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/united-polaris-FAQ.aspx |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180218210314/https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/united-polaris-FAQ.aspx |archive-date=February 18, 2018 |access-date=March 13, 2019 |publisher=United Airlines}}</ref> with 767s featuring a 1-1-1 seat configuration while 777s and 787s have a 1-2-1 seat configuration.

In May 2025, United announced an upgraded Polaris suite for premium-configured Boeing 787-9s, set to debut in 2026.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Cooper |first=Marnie Hunter, Aaron |date=2025-05-13 |title=United Airlines unveils new Dreamliner interior with business class studio suites |url=https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/13/travel/united-airlines-elevated-cabin-dreamliner |access-date=2025-05-13 |website=CNN |language=en}}</ref> These suites will feature sliding doors and larger 19 inch 4K touchscreens. The front row in each section of Polaris will consist of Polaris Studio suites, featuring a 27 inch 4K touchscreen, an ottoman for passengers traveling with a companion, and additional amenities. For the forward section of Polaris, the middle seats will be angled towards each other, while the middle seats in the rear section will be angled facing towards the aisles.

Polaris passengers can check in at separate counters and use priority security screening lanes where available. In-flight services include pre-departure beverages, table linens and multi-course meals.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Inflight Dining Options {{!}} United Airlines |url=https://www.united.com/ual/en/us/fly/travel/inflight/dining.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161003120631/https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/dining/TheTrotterProject.aspx |archive-date=October 3, 2016 |access-date=2023-11-01}}</ref> Passengers are also given priority with boarding and baggage handling and access to the United Polaris Lounge, [[United Club]] or partner airline lounges.

===United First and United Business===
[[File:United A321neo First.jpg|thumb|United First seating on an A321neo]]
United First is the highest class of service on domestically configured aircraft. When such aircraft are used on international services this cabin is branded as United Business. Seats on narrowbody aircraft have a {{convert|38|in|cm|adj=mid}} [[seat pitch]], while domestically configured Boeing 777-200ERs feature fully-flat-bed seats that alternate facing forward and backwards in 2-4-2 configuration. Passengers receive priority boarding and baggage handling, free alcoholic beverages, complimentary meals on longer flights and may use separate check-in desks.<ref>{{Cite web |last=TripAdvisor |title=United Airlines Information |url=http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/United_Airlines/information.php |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120804203520/http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/United_Airlines/information.php |archive-date=August 4, 2012 |access-date=December 7, 2012 |publisher=seatguru.com}}</ref>

In 2015, United introduced its new domestic first-class seat design. The new leather seats feature cradling headrests, granite cocktail tables, and a tablet stand. These seats debuted on [[Airbus A320 family]] aircraft and were eventually rolled out on all domestic aircraft.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Smith |first=Graham |date=2015-09-21 |title=United debuts new domestic first class seat – Business Traveller |url=https://www.businesstraveller.com/news/2015/09/21/united-debuts-new-domestic-first-class-seat/ |access-date=2023-10-31 |website=businesstraveller.com |archive-date=October 31, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231031104758/https://www.businesstraveller.com/news/2015/09/21/united-debuts-new-domestic-first-class-seat/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

In 2019, it was announced that United was increasing first and business class seats "by 1,600" across all their aircraft in their fleet, in part by introducing the [[Bombardier CRJ700 series#CRJ550|Bombardier CRJ550]], a premium-heavy 50-seat regional jet, for which United is the launch customer of.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mutzabaugh |first=Ben |date=2019-02-13 |title=United adds upgrade-friendly premium seats in battle for big spenders |url=https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/todayinthesky/2019/02/06/united-airlines-adding-more-first-class-seats-debut-new-regional-jet/2785146002/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191011163434/https://airwaysmag.com/airlines/first-united-crj550-spotted-in-chicago/ |archive-date=October 11, 2019 |access-date=2023-10-31 |publisher=[[USA Today]]}}</ref>

In 2021, United unveiled its new interiors for narrowbody aircraft, which debuted on its [[Airbus A321neo|A321neos]] in 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |last=pilot |first=the workings of the air travel industry As a private |last2=Airlines |first2=Glider Pilot Who Has Worked with |last3=airports |last4=Stakeholders |first4=Other Industry |last5=writer |first5=he is always excited to share his passion for aviation with others In addition to being a |last6=Smarter |first6=he also hosts Flying |last7=Better-Informed |first7=An Educational Travel Podcast That Explores the Complex World of Air Travel to Help Listeners Become |last8=Travelers |first8=Savvier |date=2023-11-30 |title=An Inside Look at United’s New A321neo {{!}} AirlineGeeks.com |url=https://airlinegeeks.com/2023/11/30/an-inside-look-at-united-s-a321neo/ |access-date=2025-05-13 |website=AirlineGeeks.com {{!}} |language=en}}</ref>

===United {{visible anchor|Premium Plus|United Premium Plus}}===
[[File:United Premium Plus seat on a 787.jpg|thumb|Premium Plus cabin on a 787]]
Premium Plus is United's international [[Premium economy class|premium economy]] product. Premium Plus seats can be found on all internationally configured widebody aircraft, with a 2-2-2 seat configuration on Boeing 767s, 2-3-2 on 787s, and 2-4-2 on 777s.  Premium Plus is also available on premium transcontinental and selected Hawaii flights operated with internationally configured widebody aircraft.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Premium transcontinental service |url=https://www.united.com/en/us/fly/travel/inflight/premium-transcontinental-service.html |access-date=January 2, 2025 |publisher=United Airlines}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=United Airlines Adds New Direct Flights to Coastal Vacation Destinations Starting Memorial Day Weekend |url=https://www.united.com/en/us/newsroom/announcements/2021-03-25-united-airlines-adds-new-direct-flights-to-coastal-vacation-destinations-starting-memorial-day-weekend-2651205573|access-date=January 2, 2025 |publisher=United Airlines}}</ref>

In May 2025, United announced a new Premium Plus product for premium-configured Boeing 787-9s. These seats will feature privacy dividers and a built in reading light.<ref name=":0" />

Compared to United Economy or Economy Plus, Premium Plus offers more comfort and amenities. Premium Plus recliner seats are wider, have more legroom, and are equipped with leg rests and footrests. Upgraded dining is served on china dinnerware with free alcoholic beverages. Passengers are provided with a more luxurious blanket and pillow, along with an amenity kit (on international flights). The first aircraft with these seats were flying in mid-2018, and the full service launched in 2019. During the interim period, these seats were sold as part of Economy Plus.<ref name=":1">{{Cite news |date=April 19, 2018 |title=United plans premium economy launch in 2019 |language=en-GB |work=Flightglobal.com |url=https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/united-plans-premium-economy-launch-in-2019-447851/ |url-status=live |access-date=April 21, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180421232947/https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/united-plans-premium-economy-launch-in-2019-447851/ |archive-date=April 21, 2018}}</ref>

===United Economy===
[[File:Economy Cabin on a 737 Max.jpg|thumb|Economy cabin on a 737 MAX]]

United Economy is available on all aircraft, offering a seat pitch of {{convert|31|in|cm}} and a recline of {{convert|2|to|5|in|cm}}. Many aircraft, including the Airbus A321, Boeing 737 MAX, Boeing 767, Boeing 787, Boeing 757-200, and most Boeing 777 models, feature personal touchscreen televisions at each seat. On some aircraft, including the Airbus A319, A320, Boeing 737, Boeing 757-300, and domestically configured Boeing 777-200, entertainment is available via streaming to personal devices through the onboard WiFi system. Certain Boeing 737 aircraft also include DirecTV screens for live TV and movies.<ref>{{Cite web |title=DirectTV – United Airlines |url=https://www.united.com/CMS/en-US/travel/Pages/DIRECTV.aspx |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171201041059/https://www.united.com/CMS/en-US/travel/Pages/DIRECTV.aspx |archive-date=December 1, 2017 |access-date=November 30, 2017}}</ref> Under the United NEXT initiative, all mainline aircraft will feature personal touchscreens at every seat by the end of 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-06-08 |title=United Airlines is installing 4K displays and Bluetooth on its planes |url=https://telegrafi.com/en/united-airlines-po-instalon-ekrane-4k-dhe-bluetooth-ne-aeroplanet-e-saj/ |access-date=2025-01-09 |website=Telegrafi |language=en}}</ref>

Food and beverage offerings vary by flight type and duration. For domestic and short-haul international flights (routes to/from the Caribbean and parts of Latin America), passengers can purchase larger snacks or fresh meals, depending on the flight length. Complimentary meals are provided on long-haul international flights. All flights offer free beverages and snacks. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, with complimentary beer and wine available on long-haul international routes.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Fottrell |first=Quentin |date=December 11, 2015 |title=United joins this very short list of airlines that still give you 'free' snacks |url=http://www.marketwatch.com/story/united-airlines-brings-back-free-snacks-2015-12-09?siteid=rss&rss=1 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151211073301/http://www.marketwatch.com/story/united-airlines-brings-back-free-snacks-2015-12-09?siteid=rss&rss=1 |archive-date=December 11, 2015 |access-date=January 29, 2016 |website=MarketWatch}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=United Beverage Service |url=https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/dining/beverages/default.aspx |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130502140249/http://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/dining/beverages/default.aspx |archive-date=May 2, 2013 |access-date=March 31, 2013 |website=United.com}}</ref> On flights with meal service, passengers are served a snack and beverage shortly after takeoff, followed by a main course and dessert. Longer international flights also include a pre-arrival meal, typically a light breakfast or a sandwich.

===Economy Plus===
[[File:Economy Plus seat on a 737 Max.jpg|thumb|Economy Plus seating on a 737 MAX]]
Economy Plus seats are located in the front few rows and exit rows of the economy cabin on all aircraft and have {{convert|2|in|cm}} more recline and at least {{convert|5|to|6|in|cm}} of additional pitch, totaling {{convert|4|to|7|in|cm}} of recline and {{convert|35|to|37|in|cm}} of pitch. In-flight services and amenities are the same as the standard United Economy.

Economy Plus is complimentary for all [[MileagePlus]] Premier members. Premier 1K, Platinum and Gold members may select an Economy Plus seat during booking, while Silver members can select an Economy Plus seat at check-in.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Economy Plus |url=https://www.united.com/CMS/en-US/products/travelproducts/Pages/EconomyPlus.aspx |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160426235552/https://www.united.com/CMS/en-US/products/travelproducts/Pages/EconomyPlus.aspx |archive-date=April 26, 2016 |access-date=April 26, 2016 |publisher=United Airlines}}</ref>

===Basic Economy===
Basic Economy is available on select routes. Intended to be United's lowest fare, Basic Economy fares provide most of the same inflight services and amenities as the standard United Economy.<ref>{{Cite news |date=February 22, 2017 |title=United Airlines Launches New Basic Economy Fare for Twin Cities Travel |work=[[PR Newswire]] |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/united-airlines-launches-new-basic-economy-fare-for-twin-cities-travel-300410905.html |url-status=live |access-date=2023-10-31 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170223052145/http://finance.yahoo.com/news/united-airlines-launches-basic-economy-184000342.html |archive-date=February 23, 2017}}</ref> With Basic Economy, passengers do not get to select their seat assignment and are typically placed in the rear of the aircraft. Carry-on luggage is not allowed; however, passengers may bring a smaller personal item that can be placed under the seat in front of them.

Passengers booking in Basic Economy cannot use some MileagePlus and Premier member benefits, such as complimentary upgrades.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Basic Economy |url=https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/basic-economy.aspx |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190421231722/https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/inflight/basic-economy.aspx |archive-date=April 21, 2019 |access-date=February 22, 2017 |website=United}}</ref>