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United Airlines is a major U.S. airline headquartered in Chicago and a founding member of Star Alliance. It operates one of the world’s largest route networks, with hubs including Chicago O’Hare, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, and Washington Dulles.
Instead of relying on scattered, outdated “fact sheet” numbers, this update prioritizes the most reliable, update-friendly sources: United’s earnings releases and SEC filings. You’ll find the latest passenger totals, revenue and profit, employee headcount, and fleet details—plus a quick answer box, key metrics table, and FAQs.
United Airlines at a Glance (Latest Available)
- Revenue passengers (2025): 181 million
- Total operating revenue (2025): $59.1 billion
- Net income (2025): $3.4 billion
- Passengers (2024): 173.6 million (revenue passengers)
- Employees (year-end 2024): 107,300
- Mainline fleet (year-end 2024): 994 aircraft
- Regional fleet (year-end 2024): 412 aircraft
- Network size: 350+ destinations (company overview)
Key Metrics Table
| Metric | Value | Year / Period | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue passengers | 181M | 2025 | United earnings release (via PR Newswire) |
| Total operating revenue | $59.1B | 2025 | United earnings release (via PR Newswire) |
| Net income | $3.4B | 2025 | United earnings release (via PR Newswire) |
| Passengers (revenue passengers) | 173.6M | 2024 | United Form 10-K (FY2024) |
| Employees (year-end) | 107,300 | Dec 31, 2024 | United Form 10-K (FY2024) |
| Mainline fleet size | 994 | Dec 31, 2024 | United Form 10-K (FY2024) |
| Regional fleet size | 412 | Dec 31, 2024 | United Form 10-K (FY2024) |
| Destinations served | 350+ | Company overview (accessed 2026) | United: About United |
United Airlines Passengers
United set a new high in 2025, reporting 181 million revenue passengers for the year. In its year-end results, the airline said it carried an average of more than 496,000 passengers daily in 2025.
For comparison, United’s 2024 Form 10-K reports 173.6 million revenue passengers (measured by flight segment) in 2024.
United Airlines Revenue and Profit
United reported $59.1 billion in total operating revenue in 2025 (record high) and $3.4 billion in net income.
From the FY2024 Form 10-K, United reported $57.063 billion in total operating revenue in 2024.
Employee Count
United’s FY2024 Form 10-K reports an employee headcount of 107,300 as of December 31, 2024 (up from 103,300 at year-end 2023).
Fleet Size (Mainline vs. Regional)
United’s fleet mix is one of the best “scale” indicators because it supports schedule capacity and network reach. According to United’s FY2024 Form 10-K:
- Mainline fleet: 994 aircraft
- Regional fleet: 412 aircraft
The filing also notes additional regional aircraft owned or leased but temporarily grounded (and some awaiting conversion), which is useful context when comparing totals across sources.
Destinations and Network Reach
United’s company overview states it flies about 175 million people each year to more than 350 destinations across six continents. (Exact counts can vary by season and how codeshares/regional flights are counted.)
Historical Passenger Totals
- 2021: 104M passengers
- 2020: 57M passengers
- 2019: 162M passengers
- 2018: 158M passengers
- 2017: 148M passengers
- 2016: 143M passengers
FAQ
How many passengers does United Airlines carry per year?
United reported 181 million revenue passengers in 2025. In 2024, United reported 173.6 million revenue passengers in its annual filing.
How much revenue does United Airlines make?
United reported $59.1 billion in total operating revenue in 2025 and $57.063 billion in 2024.
How many employees does United Airlines have?
United reported an employee headcount of 107,300 as of December 31, 2024.
How big is United’s fleet?
United’s FY2024 Form 10-K reports 994 mainline aircraft and 412 regional aircraft as of year-end 2024.
How many destinations does United serve?
United’s company overview says it serves 350+ destinations across six continents.
Sources
- United Q4 & Full Year 2025 results (passengers, revenue, net income)
- United Airlines Holdings Form 10-K (FY2024) (passengers, revenue, employees, fleet)
- United: About United (destinations/network overview)
