Enjoy a 10% discount on your next United flight by signing up for text alerts!

To celebrate National Aviation Day on August 19, United Airlines is treating budget-conscious travelers to some savings. The airline teased the offer on its Instagram page, joking that texts from United are far superior to those from an ex.

Take advantage of this promotion to save 10% on your next domestic flight with United, but hurry — this deal won’t last long!

On Monday, United will send a text to subscribers with a discount code for 10% off round-trip flights within the contiguous U.S. for travel between September 3, 2024, and November 19, 2024.

To enroll, you need to opt-in for text messages from United through this link. Make sure to complete this before United sends out the code on Monday. On that day, United will text the code to those who have opted in, so keep your phone handy! Only the first 819 (Aug. 19, get it?) users to apply the code will snag the discount.

As you decide on your travel destination with this discount, here are the complete details of the offer:

Deal Overview

Airline: United Airlines

Routes: Any destination served by United within the contiguous U.S. How to book: Directly through the airline using the 10% off code sent via text message on August 19.

Travel dates: Applicable for round-trip flights from September 3 to November 19.

Eligibility: The code is valid only for United economy fares (excluding basic economy) and must be used for cash bookings.

Book by: The discount is limited to the first 819 individuals who apply the promo code.

Sample Flights

Here are a few examples illustrating how much you can save with this 10% discount.

The standard fare for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in mid-October is $562 (excluding taxes and fees) in economy. With this offer, the base price drops to $505.80.

For a shorter route from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), you could save almost $33, reducing the base fare from $327 to $294.30 with this promotion.

Get the most out of your booking

When you take advantage of this deal, consider using a credit card that offers bonus points on airfare purchases, such as:

• Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Earn 2 points for every dollar spent on travel.
• American Express® Gold Card: Earn 3 points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel.
• The Platinum Card® from American Express: Earn 5 points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or via American Express Travel (on up to $500,000 of these purchases each calendar year, then 1 point per dollar).
• Chase Sapphire Reserve®: Earn 3 points per dollar on airfare purchases.
• United℠ Explorer Card: Earn 2 miles for every dollar spent on United purchases, plus enjoy a free first checked bag for you and a companion, along with two one-time United Club passes annually, among other perks.
• United Club℠ Infinite Card: Earn 4 miles for every dollar spent on United purchases, plus get up to two free checked bags and access to United Club and select Star Alliance lounges for you and a companion, along with additional benefits.
• United Quest℠ Card: Earn 3 miles per dollar on United purchases, plus receive up to two free checked bags for you and a companion, and a $125 annual United purchase credit, among other advantages.

In summary

To take advantage of this deal, make sure to connect with United via text message by signing up before August 19. Additionally, plan your desired itinerary in advance so you can be among the first 819 to use the code and snag this fantastic discount.