Do I get United Club access with first class?


Do I get United Club access with first class? United Airlines offers a place for passengers to relax before or after their flight. The United Club® lounge is available to United Club members, Star Alliance Gold members, passengers traveling in United Polaris business class or United first class, or passengers who purchase a one-time pass.


Who has access to Maple Leaf lounge?

Customers travelling in Premium Rouge enjoy complimentary access to the Maple Leaf Lounge on flights within Canada, to the U.S and Sun destinations. Eligible Aeroplan Elite Status Members qualify for complimentary access to the Maple Leaf Lounge.


What does the United Club Pass include?

With a United ClubSM membership, you'll have access to more than 45 United Club locations worldwide, giving you a comfortable space to enjoy complimentary snacks, beverages and Wi-Fi while you wait for your flight.


What does first class get you on United?

For travel within the U.S. and Canada, our United First® service provides you with extra space and comfort, as well as complimentary dining and alcoholic beverages. You'll also receive Premier Access® benefits as well as two free checked bags and priority baggage handling.


What United status gives you lounge access?

United Airlines offers a place for passengers to relax before or after their flight. The United Club® lounge is available to United Club members, Star Alliance Gold members, passengers traveling in United Polaris business class or United first class, or passengers who purchase a one-time pass.


Who is eligible for United Polaris lounge?

Access to Polaris lounges is limited to passengers holding a United Polaris class or eligible Star Alliance first or business class ticket. Not even a top-tier credit card will give you access. Because of these restrictions, the Polaris clubs feel less crowded than regular United Clubs.


How to get free upgrade on United?

You're automatically eligible for a Complimentary Premier Upgrade as long as you are a Premier member (the higher your status, the earlier you become eligible for Complimentary Premier Upgrades and are flying on an eligible ticket on any eligible United-operated flight.


Does United Premium Plus get lounge access?

United Premium PlusSM customers are eligible for discounted United Club access through a trip pass purchased at booking or before travel, or a discounted one-time pass purchased on the day of travel at the United Club location.


Can Amex Platinum use United Club?

Amex Platinum does not offer a United Club membership, so the Platinum Card will not get you into United Club airport lounges.


Is United Club Access worth it?

The United Club? Infinite Card is teeming in value and is well worth its annual fee, especially for frequent United fliers looking for a luxury experience. We estimate it offers more than $800 in value for the average cardholder, just from its sign-up bonus and rewards.


Is United business class the same as first class?

The main difference between United's business class and first class is availability. United first class can only be flown on flights within the U.S. and Canada, whereas United business class can be flown between the U.S. and Latin America or the Caribbean, as well as on some transcontinental flights.


Is United Premium Plus the same as first class?

United's Premium Plus seat is very similar to a domestic first class seat, with more room, but no flat-bed option. There are also upgraded meals over the economy class cabin. United's Polaris seat is a fully-flat seat with direct aisle access, complete with lounge access and a top-level meal service.


Does first class get priority security?

The benefits start before you even board the airplane, travelers who have first-class tickets obtain priority access to expedited airport security checkpoint lines. After passing security, first-class ticket holders also get to sit down in exclusive lounge areas with luxury amenities.


Can economy class use the lounge?

In our airport guides, we include lounges that economy-class travellers can access by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or joining a lounge membership program.