Want to Upgrade Your United Flight?
Call our 24/7 agents for expert help booking Economy Plus, Business, or First Class upgrades.
Expert Help for All Upgrades
Fly in comfort. We can help you upgrade your seat.
Talk to a Real Person, Instantly
Skip the automated systems. Our 24/7 agents are ready to find you the best deals on upgrades to Economy Plus, Business, or First Class. We handle all the rules and availability for you.
Experience United's Premium Cabins
Want to fly in comfort? Our agents can help you secure a seat in United First, United Polaris℠ Business, or Economy Plus.
- Find lie-flat seats for long-haul flights.
- Get extra legroom in Economy Plus.
- Access unpublished upgrade fares.
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How to Get the Best Upgrade Deals
Our agents know the best ways to get you into a better seat.
Call for Unpublished Fares
Agents often see upgrade inventory (like 'PZ' or 'PN' fares) that isn't available online. We check all airline systems for you.
Use Miles or Cash + Miles
We can help you navigate the complex MileagePlus upgrade charts and process upgrades using your miles, cash, or a combination.
Check for Last-Minute Deals
Airlines sometimes release cheap upgrades 24-48 hours before the flight. Call us to check for last-minute availability right before you fly.
Understand Fare Classes
Only certain economy fares (like Y, B, M) are eligible for easy upgrades. We can check your ticket's fare class and find the best path to an upgrade.
Our Simple 3-Step Process
Call Our Helpline
Explain your issue to our live agent. Provide your booking details.
We Handle the Airline
We contact the airline on your behalf and find the best possible solutions.
Your Problem is Solved
We confirm your changes and send you the updated flight details.
Flight Upgrade Questions
How much does a United upgrade cost?
This varies widely by route, original fare class, and how full the flight is. Our agents are experts at finding the lowest-cost cash upgrade or the best value for using your MileagePlus miles.
Can I upgrade a United Basic Economy ticket?
Unfortunately, Basic Economy (BE) tickets are almost never eligible for any upgrades (cash, miles, or Economy Plus). Our agents can confirm this for your specific ticket.
What is United Economy Plus?
Economy Plus is a standard economy seat, but it is located in the front of the cabin and offers several inches of extra legroom. It is not a business or first-class seat, but our agents can add it to your booking for a fee.
Do not make any changes to this file.What's the difference between Business and First Class?
On many domestic routes, "First" is the highest cabin. On long international flights, "Polaris Business" is the premium, lie-flat product. Our agents can explain the exact seat and service you will get on your specific flight.
What is your service fee?
We charge a service fee for our expert, time-saving concierge service. This fee is in addition to any charges from the airline (like fare differences). The exact amount depends on the complexity of your request and will be clearly explained by our agent before you are charged anything.
Why shouldn't I just upgrade on the United app?
You certainly can, but the app often only shows standard availability. Our agents can check for special upgrade fares, process mileage upgrades that might fail online, and find options you can't see.
Are you affiliated with United Airlines?
No. MyAirplaneFare.com is an independent travel agency. We are not owned by or affiliated with any airline. This allows us to provide unbiased advice and focus solely on solving your problem.
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