Enhanced travel experience with United Premium Plus & Polaris

United Premium Plus

United Premium Plus is a premium economy class cabin that offers a significant upgrade over standard economy class on long-haul international flights.

Key Features & Benefits:

Seating: Wider seats (up to 48.2 cm/19 inches), increased pitch (up to 96.5 cm/38 inches), adjustable headrests, footrests, and significant recline.
Airport Experience: Priority check-in, security lanes (Premier Access), and priority boarding, plus two free checked bags.
Dining: upscale meals with complimentary alcoholic beverages served on real china.
Amenities: Therabody amenity kit, Saks Fifth Avenue blankets and pillows, large screens, power/USB outlets, and enhanced entertainment.

This class bridges the gap between economy and business class, offering a balanced, elevated experience for travelers seeking more comfort and service than economy class. Available primarily on long-haul international routes (Europe, Asia, South America) and some transcontinental/Hawaii flights operated on wide-body aircraft such as the 767, 777, and 787, Primarily on long-haul international routes (Europe, Asia, South America) and some transcontinental/Hawaii flights, United Premium Plus proves particularly valuable on longer journeys, on smaller, quieter, semi-private cabin without the full price of business class.

United Polaris

United Polaris is United Airlines’ premium international business class, offering a significantly upgraded experience with lie-flat seats, luxury bedding by Saks Fifth Avenue, exclusive Polaris lounges (with showers, dining, and rest areas), elevated dining, and priority airport services like Premier Access. It’s designed for better sleep and comfort on international routes, featuring modern cabins with direct aisle access, larger screens, and improved amenities like noise-canceling headphones for in-flight entertainment.

Key features include:

On the Ground

Premier Access: Priority check-in, security, boarding, and baggage handling.
Polaris Lounges: Exclusive lounges with full-service buffets, cocktails, and showers (available at major hubs).

In the Air (Seat & Privacy)

Configuration: Typically 1-2-1 or 1-1-1, ensuring all seats have direct aisle access.
Features: Lie-flat seats (180 degrees) with 198 cm sleeping space, large personal screens, universal power, USB ports, and storage.
Privacy: Seats often have sliding doors for privacy, especially on newer planes.

Amenities & Comfort

Bedding: Saks Fifth Avenue blanket made from recycled plastic, a duvet and a cooling gel pillow.
Amenity Kit: Therabody kit with skincare, socks, eye mask, earplugs, toothbrush.
Pajamas: Available upon request on all flights to/from the US to Africa, Asia, India, Pacific, and Middle East.
Entertainment: Large 4K OLED screens United Private Screening with on-demand content and noise-canceling headphones.

Dining