- Airlines will always try to sit children with their parents (subject to check-in)
- Some airlines will allow travel for unaccompanied minors. Please email us to check.
- The fare is based on the child's age on the date of travel.
- More detailed information can be found here Traveling with children
- Most airlines will let infants travel with their parent(s) for free. However some airlines will charge up to 10% of the adult ticket price. Click on 'Price Breakdown' to find out more.
- If you are pregnant, but due before the flight departure date, please contact us once your baby is born and has a name. We can then add him/her to your ticket.
- Infants will not be given a seat. The airlines expect parents to travel with them on their lap.
- Airlines regard infants as being under 24 months old.
- The fare is based on the child's age on the date of travel.
- More detailed information can be found here Traveling with children
Search and Buy United Red Eye Flights
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What are Red Eye Flights?
Red eye flights are flights that depart late at night and arrive early in the morning the next day. The expression 'red eye' comes from when passengers are tired and get red eyes from travelling late at night or early in the morning. Red eye flights are really popular with business travellers who don't want to miss a day of work, so they decide to travel during the night.
You can search red eye flights with United through Alternative Airlines. Simply use our search form at the top of the page and search for red eye flights that best suit you. Red eye flights usually last between 4-6 hours, however you can adjust the flight length that's best for you.
Use our search bar at the top of the page to start searching for red eye flights with United.
How to Book Red Eye Flights with United
STEP 1
Use the search form at the top of the page, choose a return, one-way or multi city search. Then fill in the search form with your preferred departure and arrival destinations and the dates you wish to travel along with the number of passengers will be flying. Select 'Search Flights'.
STEP 2
Then, using the airline filter select the airline you wish to fly with (e.g. United).
STEP 3
Once you have selected the airline of your choice, navigate to the 'Experience' tab and select 'show overnight flights only'. You can also use the 'Times' drop-down tab and select the time you wish to depart.
Popular Red Eye Flight Routes with United
Red eye flights with United are mostly within the US - this includes many flights between the East and West Coasts. For example, if you reside and work in Denver but need to attend a business event or meeting in Boston, you can book red eye United flights without missing a day of work. This can be easily done when booking red eye flights through Alternative Airlines.
Los Angeles ✈ to New York
New York ✈ to Las Vegas
Seattle ✈ to Miami
Denver ✈ to Boston
Red Eye Flights
Tips
No one enjoys getting off the plane feeling worn-out and exhausted - we have put together some tips and tricks for flying on a red eye flight to ensure you feel energised when you've landed at your destination.
Comfortable Clothing
We know it's important to show up smart to your business meeting, however, when you're flying we recommend you leave your suit in your case and get changed into comfortable clothing such as a hoodie, sweatpants and a loose t-shirt. You'll be asleep in no time!
Accessories
Why not bring a sleep mask, a pillow and a warm blanket with you on flight. This will help you fall asleep faster!
Seating
No one likes being interrupted when asleep - it's best to book the window seat as this will reduce the chance of other passengers disturbing you if they need to squeeze past. The window seat also means you have full control over the window shutters, so you can avoid being woken by the sunrise.
Red Eye Flights with United
FAQs
Can I book United red eye flights?
Yes, you can! Through Alternative Airlines you can book red eye flights - you can depart late at night and arrive early morning the following day. Use our search form at the top of the page and begin your search for red eye flights. Select the 'Experience' tab and click 'show overnight flights only' or use the 'Times' tab and select the time you wish to depart.
Can I buy United red eye flights on finance?
Yes... through Alternative Airlines. You can buy United red eye flights and pay in instalments. Alternative Airlines has partnered with many payment plan providers such as Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm, zip and more. You can secure the prices of red eye flights today and spread the cost of the flight overtime.
What time is a red eye flight?
Red eye flights normally take off late at night from 10pm to 1 am and arrive early in the morning the following day around 5 am - 7 am. Red eye flights are great for business travellers who don't want to miss a working day.