How to Reschedule a Flight with United Airlines (Ultimate Guide)
Plans changed?
But the news is United Airlines offers flexibility to you to modify your bookings with ease. Whether it’s postponing your dates, adjusting times, or dealing with an emergency. We have a step-by-step guide that explains how to reschedule your flight on United Airlines and what the extra costs are for doing so, whether it’s an economy class or first-class. We have everything.
How to reschedule your flight in United Airlines (Online & Offline)
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Online
- Visit united.com
- Click on “My Trips.”
- Enter your confirmation number and last name
- Select your flight and click on “Change Flight.”
- Choose your new flight date/time
- Review the fare difference (if any)
- Confirm and pay (if applicable)
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Offline
- Call United Airlines customer service at 1-800-864-8331. You can verify this number from this website, as this is the source: United Airlines Customer Support
- Provide your booking details
- An agent will offer available flight options and help you rebook
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At the airport
- Visit the United Airlines counter before departure
- If you qualify for Same-Day Change, you might get rebooked for a small fee or even free
United Airlines Flight Change Policy (Updated)
|
Ticket Type |
Change Fee |
Notes |
|
Basic Economy |
Not changeable |
Unless under special waivers |
|
Main Cabin & Up |
No change fee |
Fare difference applies |
|
Award Tickets |
No fee to change |
Mileage difference may apply |
- For flights to and from Mexico, the Caribbean, and the majority of international routes (apart from Basic Economy), there are no change fees.
Same-Day Flight Changes
- Accessible for Main Cabin or above
- Requests must be made within 24 hours of the initial flight.
- $75 fee (premier members waive this fee)
Fare Difference
If your new flight is expensive, you will have to pay the fare difference.
Tip: To save money, consider booking flights during off-peak times.
Pro Tips to Save While Rescheduling
- Avoid weekends and peak hours for rebooking
- Consider flying from/to nearby airports
- Monitor fare drops with the United mobile app
- Use United TravelBank or Credits for partial payments
Particularly if you're travelling in Main Cabin or above, United Airlines allows you to reschedule your flight without the typical hassle and expensive costs. To get the best deals, always check your fare type twice and take action early.
For the most recent rescheduling policies, cancellation assistance, and flight-saving advice for all major airlines, visit our website.
FAQ
As many times as you like, as long as the fare rules allow and the ticket is still valid.
Generally, no. But in some cases, you may get a travel credit.
No, unless a travel waiver applies.
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