United Airlines Reviews

United.com offers several payment methods. One of them is Uplift, a service that allows customers to book their trip now and pay for it over time with budget-friendly monthly payments. To use Uplift, customers select it as their payment method at checkout, complete a quick application, and receive a decision without ever leaving the payment page. Another method is saving a form of payment online or on the app before the flight for inflight purchases. Credit cards or cash are not accepted for inflight payments. Please note that actual terms are based on your credit score and other factors and may vary. Not everyone is eligible for these payment methods. Down payment may be required for some services.

United.com has a detailed refund policy. If a ticket was purchased within the last 24 hours, it may qualify for their 24-hour booking policy. The refund amount will vary based on the situation. Credit card refunds will be processed within seven business days of the request. All other refunds will be processed within 20 business days of the request. The refund will be credited back to the original form of payment. Basic Economy tickets can’t be changed but can be canceled and refunded within 24 hours of booking as long as it’s one week or more before the scheduled departure. If a flight is canceled or schedule changes, a refund can be requested.

Regarding the shipping policy, United Airlines provides information on traveling with checked or carry-on bags, special items, oversized or overweight bags. They also have policies regarding delayed, damaged or missing bags. United follows the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations when setting bag fees. The airline for the first segment of the trip will set the bag fees for the entire trip. If a change is made to the trip and a different airline is used, the policies of the new airline will apply. Bags can be delivered by scheduling the delivery at least one hour before the flight, paying for the bags during check-in, and leaving them with an attendant at the check-in counter.

To find flight deals on United.com, start by visiting the website. Look for the "Flexible dates" option when searching for available flights. This will produce a full month calendar, where each square lists the least expensive flight available on that day. The cheapest fare during the selected period is highlighted in green text.

It's also important to note that the cheapest flight option will almost always be basic economy, but this doesn't always make it the best option due to its restrictions. Economy fares, on the other hand, allow much more flexibility and sometimes only cost a few dollars more.

Lastly, check for United Airlines specials and deals. If you're flexible with when and where you travel, you might be able to score some savings on United's destination deals page. This is where United Airlines' discount fares are featured.

Remember, having flexibility with your travel dates and destination can make it easier to find a great deal on United. Happy travels!

United Airlines permits passengers to bring one carry-on baggage bag and one personal item for free. The maximum dimensions for a carry-on bag are 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches (22 centimeters x 35 centimeters x 56 centimeters), including handles and wheels. For checked bags, the maximum size can be 30 in x 20 in x 12 in (76 cm x 52 cm x 30 cm) or 62 total in., including handles and wheels. Starting February 24, 2024, fees for the first and second checked bag will go up by $5 in most markets. Other fees apply for extra checked bags or any bags that go over these limits. The weight limit for a checked bag depends on your cabin and your MileagePlus status. If they have different limits, the one that has the larger limit will be considered. For United Economy and Premium Economy, the maximum weight per bag is 50 pounds (23 kilograms). For United Business, United First, United Polaris business class, Premier Silver, Premier Gold, Premier Platinum, Premier 1K, and Star Alliance Gold, the maximum weight per bag is 70 pounds (32 kilograms). Some items have a few extra rules for how they can be packed. For example, there are specific guidelines and packing requirements for electronic devices, high-value items, lithium batteries, smart bags, and sporting goods.