United MileagePlus

United Airlines just dropped two new Japan routes for winter 2026. Daily year-round service between Chicago O’Hare and Tokyo-Narita starts October 24, 2026, on a Boeing 787-8. Starting December 11, United will fly San Francisco to Sapporo (CTS) three times a week through March on a Boeing 787-9, the first nonstop between the continental US and Sapporo by any airline.

The United-JetBlue Blue Sky partnership moved into its elite-benefits phase on May 14, 2026. United Premier members (all four levels) now get Mosaic-style perks when flying JetBlue, and JetBlue Mosaic members (all four levels) get Premier-style perks when flying United. This is phase three of the rollout, after the October 2025 partnership launch and the February 2026 cash bookings update.

United announced a new tiered fare structure for its premium cabins. Starting this month in select markets, Polaris and Premium Plus tickets come in three versions: base, standard, and flexible. Think of it as the “basic economy” playbook applied to Business Class.

United just dropped three announcements in a single week, and together they represent the biggest upgrade to the airline’s premium product in years. The headline: tickets are now on sale for the first 787-9 Dreamliner with United’s new Elevated interior, featuring the brand-new Polaris Studio suites. At the same time, the entire Guam narrowbody fleet is being replaced with 737 MAX 8 aircraft, and a partnership with Chef’s Table is bringing 11 world-renowned chefs into the Polaris galley starting August 1.

2026 is shaping up to be the most transformative year in airline loyalty history. Massive mergers are reshaping alliances, dynamic pricing is becoming the norm, and airlines are doubling down on turning their loyalty programs into billion-dollar financial engines. Alaska Airlines is flying 787 Dreamliners to London and Rome. United has partnered with JetBlue. American Airlines now offers free Wi-Fi to all AAdvantage members. And the beloved SAS EuroBonus program is on borrowed time as Air France-KLM tightens its grip.

On April 2, 2026, United MileagePlus switches to a fully revenue-based earning model where the number of miles you earn per dollar depends entirely on your Premier status and which United card you hold. For most cardholders, the new rates are higher than before. But for general members flying Basic Economy without a United card, the change is stark: zero miles earned.

As February 2026, the United-JetBlue Blue Sky partnership now lets you book flights on either airline’s website with cash, not just miles or points. United.com shows JetBlue flights you can buy with a credit card, and JetBlue.com shows United flights the same way.

United Airlines has rolled out a suite of new features for its mobile app focused on transparency and reducing stress. The airline is introducing a Virtual Gate to prevent crowding, a United Club capacity tracker to help you find a seat, and a new bag tracking interface that mimics package delivery apps.

United Airlines has just rolled out two announcements, making it easier for MileagePlus members to earn award miles without even stepping on a plane. The airline has introduced the new MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card and a powerful partnership with the ride-sharing service Lyft.

The wait is over. United Airlines and JetBlue’s Blue Sky partnership went live on October 23, 2025, and you can start earning and redeeming miles across both airlines right now. This is Phase 1 of the partnership we covered back in May, and it’s a big deal for anyone who flies either airline. Here’s what you need to know to start using it today.

United Airlines announced today its Summer 2026 schedule, revealing a significant expansion of its international network with new nonstop flights to four unique European destinations. The new routes are from Newark/New York (EWR) to Split, Croatia; Bari, Italy; Glasgow, Scotland; and Santiago de Compostela, Spain, reinforcing United’s position as the largest U.S. carrier across the Atlantic.

United Airlines and ITA Airways have officially launched a new partnership, creating a powerful link for travelers between the U.S. and Italy. The agreement includes a comprehensive codeshare and reciprocal loyalty benefits, allowing you to earn and redeem MileagePlus miles on Italy’s flag carrier. This collaboration is a major step forward as ITA Airways prepares to join Star Alliance in 2026.