UNITED AIRLINES SETS NEW TRAVEL RECORD WITH STRONG SUMMER DEMAND | By Dominick Andoh | United Airlines is gearing up for its busiest Labor Day holiday ever, projecting a record 3.1 million passengers between Thursday, August 28 and Tuesday, September 2, 2025. That figure represents 220,000 more travelers than last year, underscoring strong demand for both domestic and international air travel.
The airline said the upcoming travel rush caps a historic summer in which an estimated 50 million people flew United across June, July, and August, the most in its history.
On average, United will transport more than 500,000 passengers a day on roughly 4,500 flights during the holiday period. The busiest days are expected to be Friday, August 29, and Monday, September 1, when around 550,000 passengers will take to the skies each day.
Top domestic destinations this year include Las Vegas, Orlando, and Boston, while international bookings are up more than 10% compared to 2024. London, Frankfurt, and Cancun lead the international charts, with newer summer routes to Palermo, Faro, and Bilbao also attracting travelers.
To support passengers during the busy weekend, United is promoting a range of digital and in-flight enhancements. Its mobile app now offers personalized gate-to-gate navigation, real-time updates, and ConnectionSaver technology, which has already helped more than 90% of tight-connection travelers make their flights this year.
United is also rolling out Starlink-powered, high-speed Wi-Fi across its regional fleet, offering MileagePlus members free access. Additional time-saving options include TSA PreCheck Touchless ID at 12 major airports and mobile check-in features that can shave 30 minutes off airport time.
Onboard, travelers can enjoy trending Apple TV+ shows and Spotify playlists via seatback screens, ensuring entertainment options are as robust as the airline’s travel schedule.
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