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United just unveiled swanky upgrades to its business class that includes suites with caviar service, luxe jammies
Travelers will experience the upgrades in 2026.
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United Airlines will debut an international premium experience in 2026 that includes comfy suites, caviar service, and luxe jammies.
The Chicago-based airline has overhauled its Polaris business class product, and is rolling out new United Polaris Studio suites on its Boeing 787-9, complete with luxury amenities. It is also adding United Polaris business class suites with sliding doors and larger screens.
The new Polaris Studio suites, located in the first row of each business class section, will include eight lie-flat, all-aisle-access seats that are 25 percent larger than standard Polaris seats, quartzite tables, sliding privacy doors, an extra ottoman for companions complete with a plush velvet throw pillow, luxury skincare amenities, noise-cancelling headphones, luxe jammies, slippers, exclusive caviar and wine pairings, and 27-inch screens — the largest among U.S. carriers.
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What’s more, travelers will enjoy Bluetooth connectivity, wireless charging, as well as separate USB-C and electrical outlets, and digital seat control options.
“We already deliver a superior international experience and fly to the most places across the Atlantic and Pacific — these new innovations provide a more premium experience overall, give customers even more reasons to choose United, and set our airline up to grow into the next decade and beyond,” said Andrew Nocella, EVP and chief commercial officer at United, in a statement.
United says it has invested more than $150 million in food and beverage improvements this year. There will be a new, onboard grab-and-go snack bar for Polaris business class customers and expanded dining options will include a tapas service.
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All of United’s future Boeing 787 deliveries will include the Polaris Studio suites and elevated interiors, the first of which will be delivered in late 2025.
The new planes will include eight Polaris Studio suites, 56 Polaris business class suites, 35 Premium Plus seats, 33 Economy Plus seats, and 90 Economy seats. The carrier’s current Boeing 787 includes 48 Polaris seats, 21 Premium Plus seats, 39 Economy Plus seats, and 149 Economy seats.
The first international passenger flights with the new elevated interior are planned from San Francisco to London and Singapore in 2026. The carrier expects 30 of the upgraded jets to join its fleet by 2027.
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