United Airlines to increase flights to Asia

United Airlines has unveiled plans to expand its network in the Asia-Pacific region, launching flights to Manila and increasing services to Hong Kong, Tokyo and Taipei.

In total, the airline will fly long-haul flights to 15 different international destinations across the Pacific in winter.

"United offers more flights to more destinations across the Pacific than all other U.S. airlines combined," said Patrick Quayle, senior vice president of global network planning and alliances. "United is the flag carrier of the U.S. and we are excited to bring this new service to Manila while expanding access to Hong Kong, Taipei and Tokyo."

Beginning 29 October 2023, United will fly between San Francisco and Manila using Boeing 777-300ER, the airline's largest airplane. United is already the only U.S. carrier to serve Manila from Guam and Palau, and will soon be the only to offer non-stop service to the Philippines from the continental U.S.

Additionally, starting October 28, United will launch a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner service between Los Angeles and Hong Kong, building on its existing services from San Francisco.

For Japan, United will resume non-stop Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner flights between Los Angeles and Tokyo/Narita, adding to its existing service between Los Angeles and Tokyo-Haneda.

The airline will also increase flights to Taipei on Oct 29 with a second daily Boeing 777-200ER year-round service from San Francisco, providing customers new time options to fly between the two cities.

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