You should be able to find Polaris flights under the “Business” column. Make sure it actually says “United Polaris business” when you select your flight options, especially when you try to redeem MileagePlus miles, as the options might include United partner airlines that don't operate a Polaris cabin.

To determine if your United Airlines business class flight features the "Polaris" experience in 2026, you must check both the route and the aircraft configuration. Generally, United Polaris is the branding for long-haul international flights (typically trans-Atlantic or trans-Pacific). When booking on United.com or the United app, the search results will explicitly label the cabin as "United Polaris business." If it simply says "United Business," it is likely a short-haul international flight (e.g., to Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean) or a domestic "Premium" route which does not include the full Polaris service or pod-style seating. Another definitive way to check is the seat map: Polaris features a 1-2-1 configuration where every seat has direct aisle access and converts into a 180-degree lie-flat bed. If you see a 2-2-2 or 2-3-2 layout, you are on an older aircraft or a non-Polaris route. In 2026, almost all of United's wide-body fleet (Boeing 767, 777, and 787) has been retrofitted with Polaris seats, but checking the "Flight Details" dropdown in the app is the only way to be 100% certain you’re getting the signature bedding and lounge access.