The 12 Days of Christmas (and 12 Reasons to be Excited About United at RST)

CRJ-550 United aircraft on airport ramp with clouds in the sky

This holiday season, RST passengers have something new to celebrate. Beginning April 30, United Airlines will provide nonstop service between RST and Chicago O’Hare – opening the door to more flexibility, more destinations, and more reasons to Flocal.

In the spirit of the season, we’re counting down 12 reasons why United’s new service is a win for both Rochester residents and visitors. Tickets are now on sale on United.com and in the United mobile app – so start planning your next adventure!

On the first day of Christmas, United gave to me… A brand-new airline at RST
More choice and flexibility will make you jolly!

On the second day of Christmas, United gave to me… More flight times to choose from
Sleigh your travel plans with morning, midday, and evening departures.

On the third day of Christmas, United gave to me… A comfortable, modern aircraft
Raise a glass to premium amenities – including the ability to stay connected in-flight with Starlink Wi-Fi – the world’s fastest, most reliable connectivity in the sky – by the end of the year.

On the fourth day of Christmas, United gave to me… More legroom for everyone
‘Tis the season for a roomier layout – including more legroom, making it a more comfortable experience all around.

On the fifth day of Christmas, United gave to me… More overhead bin space
Ample seat-level storage lockers and overhead storage bins mean space for every customer to bring a carry-on roller bag onboard.

On the sixth day of Christmas, United gave to me… Hundreds of destinations one stop away
Unwrap a world of possibilities! With Chicago O’Hare as your hub, you’re just one easy connection away from over 180 destinations across the U.S. and worldwide.

On the seventh day of Christmas, United gave to me… Status matching (and all the perks!) for frequent flyers
Participate in the MileagePlus Premier Status Match Challenge, offering top-tier flyers of many other airlines a way to quickly reach comparable status in the MileagePlus program.

On the eighth day of Christmas, United gave to me… No change fees
Enjoy added flexibility with no change fees on most fares.

On the ninth day of Christmas, United gave to me… A variety of seating options

Choose between United First, United Economy Plus, and United Economy seating on the CRJ-550 aircraft. Tidings of comfort and joy, right?!?

On the tenth day of Christmas, United gave to me… Family-friendly seating policies
More merry, less mayhem. United’s family seating policy makes traveling with children easier. Adults can book seats for free next to children under 12 years old that they’re traveling with.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, United gave to me… An onboard self-serve refreshment station
Your spirits will be bright with complimentary onboard snacks and beverages for first-class passengers.

On the twelfth day of Christmas, United gave to all of us… More reasons to Flocal
You’ll make our RST holiday wishes come true when you book your United flights now. From more legroom to more destinations reachable through a single connection, United’s new service provides another great reason to start your journey locally.

Book now and let the countdown to takeoff begin!

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Updated: January 2026.

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