United Airlines
Date Change Policy & Fees

Need to reschedule your United Airlines flight? This guide breaks down the airline’s flexible booking policies, including how to change your flight online, what fees to expect, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Most tickets (except Basic Economy) now have no change fees, though fare differences may apply.

United Airlines' Flight Change Guidelines

Eligibility
  • Basic Economy (Domestic): Generally non-changeable.
  • Basic Economy (Transatlantic): Changes allowed for a fee.
  • Standard Economy & Higher: No change fees, but fare differences apply.
  • Cut-off Times: Changes must be made before scheduled departure. Post-departure changes are not permitted.
Fees
  • Domestic/International: No change fees for most fares, but fare differences apply.
  • Same-Day Changes: $0–$75 for confirmed changes (waived for United elite members).
Process

Step-by-Step Guide to Reschedule Your Flight

Rescheduling your United Airlines flight is straightforward if you follow these steps:

Access Your Booking
  1. Visit the United Airlines website and navigate to My Trips.
  2. Enter your first name, last name, and booking confirmation or MileagePlus number to access your itinerary.
Select 'Change Trip'
  1. Find the trip you wish to change and select the Change Flight option.
  2. Review the terms to see if your fare type is eligible for changes.
Choose New Flight Dates
  • Use the calendar tool to view available flights on your new desired date(s).
  • The system will display all available options and clearly show the total new price, breaking down any fare difference.
Review and Confirm Changes
  • Carefully review the new itinerary, times, and the final price.
  • If the new fare is cheaper, the difference will be issued as an electronic travel certificate for future use.
  • If the new fare is more expensive, you will need to pay the difference using a credit or debit card.
Confirm and Receive New Documents
Once payment is processed, you will receive a new confirmation email with an updated itinerary. Your old ticket is now invalid. Can’t Change Online? If the ‘Change flight’ button is unavailable online, your fare type may require you to call United Airlines directly at +1 (866) 240-3931 for assistance.

Date Change Costs and Comparisons

United Airlines Date Change Fees

Ticket Type Domestic Change Fee International Change Fee Same-Day Fee
Basic Economy Not allowed $200+ $0 (Standby)
Standard Economy $0 $0 $0–$75
Business/First $0 $0 $0 (Elite members)

Real World Example: Changing a domestic flight from June 15 to June 20 with a $50 higher fare would cost $50 total (no change fee). A same-day confirmed change would cost $75 fee + fare difference (if applicable).

Key Restrictions and Considerations

Basic Economy Restrictions

Domestic Basic Economy tickets are the most restrictive and are generally not eligible for any date changes or refunds.

Fare Differences

Passengers must pay any increase in fare when changing to a more expensive flight.

Ticket Validity

New travel must commence within one year of original ticket issuance.

No-Show Policy

Customers who fail to cancel before departure forfeit ticket value.

How We Facilitate Flight Changes

Need Help Rescheduling Your United Airlines Flight? Our services include:

  •  Finding the lowest fare differences for new dates
  •  Processing same-day changes and standby requests
  •  Handling complex itinerary changes across partner airlines
Call Now: +1 (866) 240-3931 | Start Live Chat

You must make changes before your originally scheduled flight departs. Post-departure changes are not permitted.

Yes. If the new flight is more expensive, you pay the difference. If cheaper, you receive the difference as a future flight credit.

If the airline cancels or significantly changes your flight, you are entitled to a full refund or free rebooking on the next available flight per DOT regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Disclaimer: Policies and fees are subject to change. This information is provided as a guide and does not constitute legal advice. Passenger rights may apply in cases of significant schedule changes or cancellations initiated by the airline.

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