Tickets on Sale for United's First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with Elevated Interior Flights

United Airlines has officially opened ticket sales for its first Boeing 787‑9 Dreamliner with the new United Elevated interior, a major milestone in premium international travel.

Key Features of the Elevated 787‑9
- United Polaris Studio℠ suites: Eight lie‑flat, all‑aisle‑access seats with privacy doors (temporarily unavailable), 25% larger than standard Polaris seats.
- Luxury touches: Ossetra caviar amuse‑bouche, exclusive entrée options, Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, hoodie‑pajamas, slippers, and Perricone MD skincare amenity kits.
- Tech upgrades: Wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and massive 27‑inch 4K OLED seatback screens — the largest among U.S. carriers.
- Companion seating: Six suites feature an ottoman with seatbelt, allowing a companion to join during the flight.
- Expanded premium seating: 99 premium seats in total — the highest percentage among U.S. carriers.

Launch Schedule
- Inaugural flight: San Francisco → Singapore (UA1) on April 22, 2026.
- Second route: San Francisco → London (UA901) on April 30, 2026.
- Domestic previews: Select flights between San Francisco and Houston before international service begins.
- Fleet expansion: United plans to have at least 30 Elevated 787‑9s flying globally by 2027.

Leadership Statement
Andrew Nocella, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer, described it as “the new era of premium air travel,” highlighting United’s commitment to redefining long‑haul flying with upgraded amenities across all cabins.

This rollout positions United as a leader in premium transpacific and transatlantic travel, directly competing with other global carriers investing in next‑generation interiors.