United Airlines Holdings, Inc. operates as a global airline offering scheduled passenger and cargo transportation services. The company’s core business revolves around providing air travel across a network of domestic and international routes, serving business and leisure travelers. In addition to its passenger operations, United Airlines maintains a dedicated cargo division that transports freight and express shipments worldwide.
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United Airlines maintains a hub-and-spoke system with major hubs in cities such as Chicago O’Hare, Newark Liberty, Denver, Houston, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Through its extensive route network, the airline connects travelers to more than 350 destinations across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Oceania. United is a founding member of the Star Alliance, enabling seamless connections and coordinated services with partner carriers around the globe.
The airline offers a range of onboard products and services tailored to different traveler segments, including United Polaris business class, premium economy and economy class cabins. Frequent flyers participate in the MileagePlus loyalty program, which provides rewards, elite status benefits and access to airport lounges. United’s fleet comprises narrow- and wide-body aircraft from manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus, supporting both short-haul and long-haul operations.
United traces its heritage to Varney Air Lines in the 1920s and later adopted the United Airlines name under United Aircraft and Transport Corporation. The modern company took shape following the 2010 merger with Continental Airlines and reorganization as United Airlines Holdings. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby, United continues to invest in fleet modernization, digital initiatives and sustainability programs to enhance its global service footprint.