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United offers unrivalled access to the United States with non-stop flights from six UK airports to six U.S. gateway airports and from their U.S. gateways onward connections to over 300 destinations across the Americas, providing endless options for the perfect multi-centre trip.

Fly non-stop from London Heathrow to Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C.

Non-stop flights to New York/Newark are also available from Belfast, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester, as well as to Washington, D.C. from Manchester.

Travel classes and legroom

United BusinessFirst

  • 180 degree flat-bed seats providing up to 6’6” inches of sleeping space
  • 15.4” touch screen and noise-reducing headphones
  • Gourmet menu choices complemented by award-winning wines and champagnes
  • Priority check-in, boarding and baggage handling
  • Access to United Club locations and partner lounges worldwide
  • Amenity kits featuring philosophy® brand skincare products

United Economy Plus

  • Up to 37” of legroom providing extra space and added comfort
  • Seats located near the front of the Economy cabin allowing swifter exit on arrival
  • Complimentary hot meals on all transatlantic flights
  • Personal seat back TV screens

United Economy

  • Ergonomically designed seats with generous legroom
  • Complimentary hot meals on all transatlantic flights
  • Personal seat back TV screens

In-flight entertainment*

Enjoy a wide choice of entertainment programming to keep you entertained during your flight. The Audio/Video on Demand (AVOD) entertainment system offers hundreds of movies and television shows, music channels, interactive video games, and even opportunities to learn languages during your flight.

Alternatively, relax by reading their complimentary magazine, Hemispheres, featuring articles on the latest ‘must visit’ destinations, sports, entertainment, fitness and much more.

*Onboard facilities and equipment may vary depending on aircraft type.