How Do I Change My Seat on United Airlines ?

Introduction

Do you prefer an aisle seat or extra legroom on your United Airlines flight? Whether you want Preferred seating for a quicker exit or a window seat for better views, you may be able to change your seat during booking or at the airport. Eligible members may also be able to change seats after boarding. If you have a Basic Economy ticket and want to move to an Economy Plus seat, however, you'll need to wait until check-in to change seats. Want to change your seat for your upcoming flight? Read the helpful guide below.

Find Your Reservation

If you want to change or upgrade your seat after booking, visit United Airlines' Find a Trip page to access your flight reservation. You can manage your seat selection from there. To find your flight, simply enter your confirmation number and last name. If you have a United Airlines account, you can also sign in to view and manage your upcoming flight.

Tap Change Seats

Do you want a seat with adjustable leg rests or extra legroom? Or do you prefer an aisle seat so you don't have to ask the passenger beside you to stand up whenever you need to use the restroom? Tap Change Seats to select a different seat or explore upgrade options.

Check the Seat Map

View the seat map to see which seats are available and how much it would cost to change or upgrade your seat. If you have a round-trip flight or connecting flights, please note that you'll need to select your preferred seat for each flight segment. To change your seat, simply select an available option and follow the on-screen instructions to confirm your seat selection.

Change or Upgrade Seats When Booking

If you haven't booked your flight yet and want to select or upgrade your seat ahead of time, you may be able to do so during the booking process. Select your preferred flight and click Continue to Seats. Then, wait for the seat map to load.

Continue to Checkout

Before checking out, you may want to compare the available seat types first. Keep in mind that some seats may not be available. If your preferred seat isn't available, you can skip seat selection for now and check again later. Still want to upgrade your seat? Simply click Continue to Checkout and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your booking.

Please note that seat assignments may also change unexpectedly, especially if United Airlines uses a different aircraft with a different seating configuration. It's best to turn on your notifications to receive updates about your seat assignment and other flight information.

Change Seats at the Airport

If you have a Basic Economy ticket, United Airlines will generally assign your seat. However, you may be able to request a seat change at the airport, depending on availability. If you're traveling with a child under 12 years old, you may be allowed to sit beside them.

Conclusion

Were you able to change or upgrade your seat on your United Airlines flight? Please note that you'll need to change your seat separately for each flight segment. Passengers with disabilities who need accessible seating can use the Accessible Seating Request form, but you must submit your request at least a week before departure. If you booked through a travel agency, you may still be able to change your seat through the Find a Trip page or by contacting your agency directly. Still have questions about changing or upgrading your seat? Contact United Airlines Customer Support today.