Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways · Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The new Airbus A321 XLR aircraft being used for United's international expansion features a significant number of premium seats. The aircraft includes 20 new United Polaris suites with privacy doors and 12 additional premium class seats, designed for passenger comfort on longer routes.
“The XLR's international debut is December 1st, from Washington Dallas to Amsterdam and Dublin.”
“You know, I know where Tess will be flying. It'll be in those new premium class seats because this Airbus A321 XLR has tons of premium seating.”
“There are new United Polaris suites with privacy doors and in fact, there are 20 of these new suites, plus 12 premium class seats.”