United Airlines Route Map 2026
Connecting People, Uniting the World — Star Alliance Member Since 1997. This map shows 245 United Airlines destinations in 72 countries. Filter by hub and click any destination to compare fares.
Destinations source: US Department of Transportation filings for June 2026 (routes it flew itself), plus Wikipedia's list of United Airlines destinations (international and regional-partner destinations), fetched Sep 14, 2026.
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United Airlines — Network & Service Overview
United Airlines is a full-service US carrier founded in 1926. It is one of the three largest airlines in the United States by passenger traffic and operates as a member of the Star Alliance. The airline is owned by United Airlines Holdings and maintains a fleet of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft. Its primary service model includes economy, premium economy, and business class cabins across domestic and international routes, with a focus on connecting passengers through its major hubs.
United serves approximately 340 destinations across six continents, with its network concentrated in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. The airline’s largest hub is Chicago O’Hare (ORD), followed by Newark Liberty (EWR) and Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH). Denver (DEN), San Francisco (SFO), Washington Dulles (IAD), and Los Angeles (LAX) also serve as key hubs. Through codeshare agreements and Star Alliance partnerships, United provides access to more than 1,300 additional destinations worldwide, particularly in regions where its own network is limited.
United operates a two-cabin long-haul product on select routes, with Polaris business class featuring lie-flat seats and enhanced dining options. Premium Plus, the airline’s premium economy cabin, is available on transcontinental and international flights. Standard economy passengers receive complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, while transatlantic and Pacific routes include meal service. United allows one free checked bag on most international routes, with additional allowances for business class. Its MileagePlus frequent flyer programme is co-branded with major credit card issuers, offering redemption flexibility for both flights and travel-related purchases.
About United Airlines
United Airlines (UA) is a Star Alliance member airline founded in 1926. The route map on this page shows 245 destinations in 72 countries. Its main hubs are Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Dulles, United States and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States.
Connecting People, Uniting the World — Star Alliance Member Since 1997.
United Airlines Hub Airports
Denver International Airport (DEN) — Denver, United States
United Airlines operates from Denver International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) — Chicago, United States
United Airlines operates from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) — Houston, United States
United Airlines operates from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) — San Francisco, United States
United Airlines operates from San Francisco International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) — Newark, United States
United Airlines operates from Newark Liberty International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) — Dulles, United States
United Airlines operates from Washington Dulles International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — Los Angeles, United States
United Airlines operates from Los Angeles International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) — Boston, United States
United Airlines operates from Boston Logan International Airport, one of its main airports. View airport guides.
United Airlines Top Routes
Some of United Airlines's most-flown routes connecting major hubs and popular destinations:
| From | To | Route | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | Los Angeles | EWR–LAX | 8× daily |
| Chicago | San Francisco | ORD–SFO | 6× daily |
| Houston | Los Angeles | IAH–LAX | 6× daily |
| Newark | London | EWR–LHR | 3× daily |
| Chicago | Los Angeles | ORD–LAX | 8× daily |
| Denver | Los Angeles | DEN–LAX | 6× daily |
| San Francisco | Tokyo | SFO–NRT | 2× daily |
| Houston | Mexico City | IAH–MEX | 4× daily |
| Newark | Tokyo | EWR–NRT | Daily |
| Chicago | Frankfurt | ORD–FRA | 2× daily |
72
Countries
245
Destinations
Founded
1926
IATA Code
UA
Alliance
Star Alliance
Hubs
DEN, ORD, IAH, SFO, EWR, IAD, LAX, BOS
Hub Airports
United Airlines at a glance
United Airlines was founded in 1926.
Its hubs are Denver (DEN), Chicago (ORD), Houston (IAH), San Francisco (SFO), Newark (EWR), Dulles (IAD), Los Angeles (LAX), Boston (BOS).
United Airlines is a member of Star Alliance.
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United Airlines Route Map — FAQs
What are United Airlines's main hub airports?+
United Airlines's main hubs are Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Dulles and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston.
How many destinations does United Airlines fly to?+
The United Airlines route map on this page shows 245 destinations in 72 countries.
What is United Airlines's busiest route?+
One of United Airlines's busiest routes is Newark to Los Angeles (EWR–LAX), operated 8× daily.
Is United Airlines part of an airline alliance?+
United Airlines is a member of Star Alliance, giving passengers access to interline agreements and codeshare partnerships with member airlines worldwide.
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United Airlines route guides
Fares, flight time and airports for routes United Airlines flies.
- Bangkok to Los AngelesBKK–LAX
- Beijing to Los AngelesPEK–LAX
- Boston to Los AngelesBOS–LAX
- Chicago to LondonORD–LHR
- Chicago to Los AngelesORD–LAX
- Denver to LondonDEN–LHR
- Denver to Los AngelesDEN–LAX
- Dulles to LondonIAD–LHR
- Hong Kong to Los AngelesHKG–LAX
- Hong Kong to San FranciscoHKG–SFO
- Honolulu, Oahu to Los AngelesHNL–LAX
- Las Vegas to Los AngelesLAS–LAX
- London to ChicagoLHR–ORD
- London to DenverLHR–DEN
- London to DullesLHR–IAD
- London to Los AngelesLHR–LAX
- London to NewarkLHR–EWR
- London to San FranciscoLHR–SFO
- Los Angeles to BangkokLAX–BKK
- Los Angeles to BeijingLAX–PEK
- Los Angeles to BostonLAX–BOS
- Los Angeles to ChicagoLAX–ORD
- Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh CityLAX–SGN
- Los Angeles to Hong KongLAX–HKG
- Los Angeles to Honolulu, OahuLAX–HNL
- Los Angeles to Las VegasLAX–LAS
- Los Angeles to LondonLAX–LHR
- Los Angeles to MelbourneLAX–MEL
- Los Angeles to SydneyLAX–SYD
- Melbourne to Los AngelesMEL–LAX
- Newark to LondonEWR–LHR
- San Francisco to Hong KongSFO–HKG
- San Francisco to Los AngelesSFO–LAX
- San Francisco to SeoulSFO–ICN
- San Francisco to SingaporeSFO–SIN
- Seoul to San FranciscoICN–SFO
- Singapore to San FranciscoSIN–SFO
- Sydney to Los AngelesSYD–LAX