United Airlines Increasing Nonstop Flights between New Delhi and New York/Newark

Second daily flight to be added for the winter season 2023/24 United is the only U.S. airline operating the 787 Dreamliner from India

New Delhi, August 08, 2023: United Airlines has announced an increase in service between New Delhi and New York/Newark, with a doubling of flights from once to twice daily during the winter season 2023/24. In line with the existing year-round service, the additional flight will also be operated with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. With the addition of the second flight, United will offer more flights from India to the

U.S. than any other U.S. airline during the winter season and is the only U.S. airline to operate the 787 Dreamliner from India.

United’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft features 48 all-aisle-access United Polaris^SM business suites, 21 United Premium Plus^SM, 39 Economy Plus^SM and 149 Economy seats. The revolutionary design of the Dreamliner offers customers many features for increased comfort, such as large windows, spacious overhead storage, and modern LED lighting to simulate a full day, helping passengers adjust their internal clock on the transatlantic flight.

“Having served this important region for almost two decades, India continues to be an integral part of United’s global network and we are delighted to announce this additional daily flight from New Delhi, operated with 787 Dreamliner aircraft,” said Harvinder Singh, Director Middle East and India, United Airlines. “This increase in service will offer our valued customers in India even greater travel choice and flexibility, with the possibility to connect seamlessly via our New York/Newark hub to over 70 destinations across the Americas.”

Delhi (DEL) – New York/Newark (EWR) 

All times are local and subject to change.

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Onboard Products and Services 

United Polaris business class is a premium travel experience that prioritises relaxation and comfort, featuring restaurant-quality inflight dining, premium amenity kits and full flat-bed seats.

United Premium Plus features a spacious seat with more legroom, elbow room and recline than a standard Economy Plus or Economy seat, as well as an amenity kit, Saks Fifth Avenue blanket and plush pillow.

United Economy Plus offers added legroom and increased personal space. Located near the front of the Economy cabin, the seats give the added benefit of a swifter exit from the plane on arrival. Economy Plus seating is available on all transatlantic flights.

United Economy offers complimentary food, soft drinks, juices, beer and wine, tea, coffee, and inflight entertainment. On most aircraft, seats feature an adjustable headrest and a personal on-demand entertainment system.

United in India 

United has served India since 2005 and today offers its customers from India year-round, nonstop flights from New Delhi to New York/Newark. Flights are conveniently timed to connect at United’s New York/Newark hub with an extensive network of services to destinations throughout the Americas. United customers in India can book flights by visiting united.com, contacting United reservations on 0124-431 5500 (India) or through their travel agent.

United in New York/Newark 

Located just 23 kilometres from Manhattan, Newark Liberty International Airport offers the fastest surface transfer journeys to many parts of the city, including the AirTrain service to New York Penn Station in midtown Manhattan, with a journey time of less than 30 minutes.

During the winter season 2023/24, United will operate approximately 400 daily flights to nearly 140 destinations in 40 countries from Newark. United’s Newark hub is its largest transatlantic gateway.

Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)