United Basic First Class Fares Now on Sale: What's Included?

Ouch: United Launches "Basic" Domestic First Class Fares, And They're Restrictive

United has started selling basic domestic first class fares that are non-refundable, charge $199 for changes, skip free seat selection, and earn no redeemable miles. Here's what changed.

United Airlines Introduces Basic First Class Fares With New Restrictions - The Bulkhead Seat

Basic fares don't seem to be going away and they have now infected another premium cabin. United Airlines has introduced a new pricing structure for domestic First Class tickets. It offers passengers slightly lower fares (in some cases) in exchange for giving up several benefits traditionally associated with premium cabin travel. The new fares, which became available October 28th, follow United's earlier introduction of a similar pricing model f…

United Basic First Class Fares Now on Sale: What's Included?

United Airlines has officially started selling its new, more restrictive first class fares on domestic flights. The cheaper fares come with fewer benefits than travelers might expect when booking a premium cabin, including restrictions on seat selection, flight changes, and earning miles. Here’s what you need to know before booking these tickets. United’s New Basic First Class Fares Now Available United has begun selling its new base fares for d…

United Airlines Launches Basic First Class With Punitive Change Fees And Zero Award Miles

United Airlines has officially debuted basic fares for domestic first class. You can now spend more than $700 for a first class ticket and earn no award miles, pay $199 to change your ticket, and still have to pay extra to choose your seat assignment. Welcome to the latest version of premium travel. United Airlines […]