United Premium Plus | United Airlines
United Premium Plus
Enjoy extra space and comfort on select flights with United Premium Plus®. Available on all wide-body planes on international routes. If you are flying domestic, check ahead of time to see if United Premium Plus is available.
At the airport
At the airport
United Premium Plus also offers two free checked bags* and Premier Access® benefits to make check-in and boarding easier.
Premier Access benefits
Premier Access benefits
Priority check-in
Access to fast check-in lane
Priority boarding
Be one of the first to board the plane
Exclusive security lanes
Go to the front of the line for security screenings
Priority bag handling
Be one of the first to receive your checked bag after the flight
*Standard size for a checked bag is 30 in x 20 in x 12 in (76 cm x 52 cm x 30 cm) and 50 lbs (23 km).
On the plane
On the plane
Seating
Get to know the features that come with our signature purple seats.
Bigger and wider seats
Recline with extra legroom and a footrest
Semi-private area
Power outlet and USB
13” inflight entertainment screen
Meal cutlery and other upgraded dinnerware
Free wine, beer and spirits
Noise reducing headphones
Take advantage of our upgraded service
Take advantage of our upgraded service
Food and drinks
Food and drinks
Meals, snacks, non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks, and freshly brewed illy® coffee are free for customers flying United Premium Plus.
Free bread, salad, a main entree and dessert.
Free house beer and wines, soft drinks, juices tea, freshly brewed illy Dark Roast coffee and illy Cold Brew Classico.
Free spirits and liqueurs.
Free pre-arrival meal before you land.
Entertainment
Entertainment
24 hours before your flight, you can find out what entertainment will be available by checking the United app or your flight status online.
United Private Screening
With United Private Screening℠ you can enjoy movies and shows from our entertainment partners. Choose to use the seatback entertainment system or your personal device.
Audio entertainment
Turn on your favorite podcast, music or United’s exclusive “from the flight deck” channel.
United Wi-Fi
Use United Wi-FiSM to stay connected. Available to buy on most flights.
Hemispheres
Read up on travel, food and drink, culture, and more.
Want to upgrade even further?
Book United Polaris® business class to get exclusive access to Polaris airport lounges plus luxury inflight bedding and dining. Available on select long-haul international flights.
Want to upgrade even further?
Book United Polaris® to get exclusive access to Polaris airport lounges plus luxury inflight bedding and dining. Available on select long-haul international flights.