United Airlines
United flies nonstop from Edinburgh to Newark/New York and Washington D.C. year-round and seasonal flights to Chicago with connections to over 280 destinations across the Americas. United’s services from Edinburgh offer a range of options from Polaris℠ business class, with flat-bed seats for premium comfort, to economy, which includes complimentary food, drinks and entertainment.
| Destination | Summer flights | Winter flights | Airline code |
| New York (EWR) | 14 weekly | 7 weekly | UA |
| Chicago (ORD) | 7 weekly | 0 weekly | UA |
| Washington (IAD) | 7 weekly | 5 weekly | UA |
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United OTT Course
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MileagePlus
MileagePlus is United’s loyalty program, where miles never expire. More places, more miles and more adventures.
Discover MileagePlus℠ miles pooling (Opens in a new tab)– a new way for MileagePlus members to contribute and combine their miles into a joint account. United allows any MileagePlus member – whether relatives or close friends up to a group of five members can now share and redeem miles in one linked account.
United App
The all-in-one travel partner just keeps getting better and it’s a must for anyone travelling on United. Customers can check in for their flight, receive their boarding pass and pay for bags ahead of time. The app features airport maps with easy to navigate terminal guides, so if you’re after a specific lounge, or looking for the closest route to your gate, the app will get you there. Available for Apple and Android devices.
Once onboard, the app also allows passengers to watch movies, play games or opt in to free inflight text messaging service.
Cabins
United Economy Plus℠ (Opens in a new tab) and United Economy℠ (Opens in a new tab) If you are travelling internationally in United Economy℠, you’ll enjoy complimentary beverages, including beer and wine, complimentary meal service and inflight entertainment. In all cabins, United Wi-Fi℠ (Opens in a new tab) is available for purchase.
United Polaris℠ Business class (Opens in a new tab)service aims to bring a new level of quality to premium cabin travel, from lounge to landing. You’ll enjoy the United Polaris inflight experience, including a redesigned inflight menu featuring dishes from around the globe, Premier Access℠ premium travel services, free checked baggage and more. United Polaris Lounges (Opens in a new tab)℠ are available exclusively to our international premium cabin travellers at select airports and offer premium dining options, a relaxation area and showers.
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Number of onward connections includes destinations served by United Airlines, Inc. and United Express. Onboard facilities may vary depending on aircraft. Seasonal variations to route schedules may apply. United Polaris travel features, including aircraft and airport configuration, may not be available in all markets and/or flights. Wi-Fi surcharges apply. Information correct as of September 2025.