United Airlines is a force for good. They are building the future of sustainable flight, diversifying their flight deck, and reimagining their entire flying experience to better serve those that fly with them. 

United offers direct flights from Edinburgh to New York/Newark, Chicago and D.C. or London Heathrow to eight U.S. destinations including Boston, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. with connections to over 270 destinations across the Americas.

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Where comfort meets convenience: 


From seating and ticketing options to a selection of onboard food and beverages, you can decide what’s most important to you in their Economy cabin, with a choice of three Economy experiences – Basic Economy, Economy Plus and United® Premium Plus. 

United® Premium Plus seats are closer to the front of the aircraft and more spacious with more legroom, elbow room and recline.

  • A spot closer to the front of the aircraft means you'll enjoy earlier service and get off the plane, and on your way, faster
  • Our United® Premium Plus seat provides more comfort for customers, including more leg room, recline room and elbow room than most United Economy Plus seats.
  • Plush seat designed for comfort
  • Individual power outlet and USB charger
  • Adjustable leg and foot rest

Passengers sitting down onboard a UA flight

Additional features: 

  • Two free standard checked bags
  • Premier Access® to help you get on your way faster
  • Discounted United Club℠ access for a better travel experience
  • Reserved overhead bin space for your carry-on bag
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Humanitarian fares: 

United Airlines offer Humanitarian rates as part of the Atlantic Joint Venture partnership with Air Canada and the Lufthansa Group carriers.  Humanitarian package highlights for United include:

  • Greater flexibility in terms of changes
  • Greater flexibility in terms of cancellation 
  • 2 x free checked bags
  • One way options
  • Discounts in every cabin (subject to specified booking classes) 

To check if you are eligible to take advantage of their specialist fares, please contact your dedicated Reservations team or email [email protected] for more information.