When planning a trip, one common question seniors ask is: Which is better—United or Delta Airlines? Both are major U.S. carriers offering comfort, loyalty programs, and wide global networks. The differences, though, can matter a lot depending on what you value most—legroom, meal options, or loyalty perks.
If you’re leaning toward United but want help booking, call 877-297-0699 for guidance and senior-friendly support.
United Airlines: Based in Chicago, founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline network.
Delta Airlines: Based in Atlanta, founding member of SkyTeam, another major global alliance.
Both fly to hundreds of U.S. cities and connect globally.
💡 Quick visual idea: A side-by-side chart showing headquarters, alliances, and number of destinations.
Economy Plus: Extra legroom seats, great for seniors needing comfort.
Polaris Business Class: International lie-flat seats for long-haul travel.
Comfort+: More legroom plus priority boarding.
Delta One: Premium lie-flat seats on select international routes.
👵 Example: A retiree from Florida chose United’s Economy Plus for her trip to California, saying the extra space made it much easier on her knees.
Complimentary snacks and drinks for all passengers.
Special meals available on request: vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, or low-sodium.
Hot meals provided on long-haul flights.
Complimentary snacks and drinks.
Offers special meals too, but options may vary depending on the route.
Premium cabin meals highly rated for quality.
Tip: Seniors with dietary needs should always request meals in advance.
Earn and redeem miles with United and Star Alliance partners.
Miles never expire, which is ideal if you don’t travel frequently.
Earn and redeem miles with Delta and SkyTeam partners.
Miles also never expire, making it equally senior-friendly.
👴 Example: A grandfather used his MileagePlus miles to book tickets for his grandchildren, a feature many seniors appreciate.
United Airlines (Star Alliance): Access to 1,000+ destinations worldwide.
Delta Airlines (SkyTeam): Access to about 900 destinations worldwide.
Both airlines give seniors plenty of options, but United’s Star Alliance offers a slightly larger reach.
Accessibility services: Both provide wheelchair assistance, pre-boarding, and medical accommodations.
Customer service: United and Delta both offer reliable phone support.
Priority perks: United’s Premier Access and Delta’s Sky Priority help make airports less stressful.
📞 Senior tip: If you prefer to talk through your options with a real person, call 877-297-0699 for United’s booking assistance.
Both United and Delta are excellent choices, but here are a few takeaways for seniors:
Choose United if: You want Star Alliance’s global reach, MileagePlus miles that never expire, and easy upgrade options like Economy Plus.
Choose Delta if: You prefer SkyTeam routes or live near a Delta hub like Atlanta or Minneapolis.
The best airline depends on your travel goals—but for seniors seeking broad destinations and straightforward loyalty perks, United often has the edge.
To check flights, redeem miles, or get help with senior-friendly services, call 877-297-0699 today.