Travel plans can change unexpectedly, maybe your meeting got postponed, or you found a better flight time. Whatever the reason, United Airlines allows you to modify your booking online, via their app, or by calling customer service. But if you’d rather skip the hassle, CheapFlyFinder’s travel experts can handle everything for you with just one phone call. In this guide, we’ll cover all the ways you can reschedule, upgrade, change seats, add baggage, request refunds, and more, so you can travel stress free.
United Airlines’ “Manage My Booking” (also called “My Trips”) is an online tool that lets you modify your flight details after booking. Instead of calling the airline or visiting the airport, you can:
Need to postpone or move your flight earlier? United Airlines allows changes, but fees depend on your ticket type:
Within 24 Hours of Booking: Free changes (for tickets booked directly with United).
Basic Economy: Usually no changes allowed (except within 24 hours).
Standard Economy & Higher: Changes allowed with a fee (varies by fare rules).
SameDay Flight Change: Available for elite members or for a fee ($75+).
Want to fly in Premium Economy, Business, or First Class? You can:
Pay for an upgrade (if available)
Use miles (PlusPoints for elite members)
Bid for an upgrade (via United’s Upgrade Bid system)
Made a spelling mistake in your name? United allows minor corrections (like fixing “Stev” to “Steve”).
Major name changes (like a completely different passenger) usually require canceling & rebooking.
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Need a vegetarian, vegan, or kosher meal? You can request it in advance:
Not traveling anymore? Check if you’re eligible for a refund:
You can modify your booking in 4 ways:
Dial +1 (833) 549-8723 (U.S.)
International numbers listed here
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Yes, you can change your United Airline booking if: You cancel within 24 hours of booking, You have a flexible ticket, and United changes your flight schedule, but not if you booked Basic Economy (no free changes).
In the Basic Economy usually no changes are allowed. Standard Economy: $0- $400 (depends on fare rules), Same Day Change: $75 (free for elite members).
Minor typos can be fixed for free, but major changes usually require rebooking.
Yes, you can pay for an upgrade, use miles or PlusPoints, or bid for an upgrade.
You can add baggage online via "My Trips," at the airport (for higher fees), or let CheapFlyFinder handle it for you.
Contact United immediately—they may rebook you, but no-show policies apply (you may lose ticket value).
Yes, You’re entitled to a full refund if United cancels or delays significantly.
Use the United App or website 24 hours before departure.
Yes, if available. Otherwise, paid options start at $9+.
Go to "My Trips" → "Manage Special Requests" (at least 24 hours before flight).
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