United Airlines Launches 2 New Nonstop Routes From San Francisco International Airport
United Airlines is expanding its West Coast presence by introducing two key domestic routes from its major hub at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The expansion brings back daily service to Cincinnati and introduces a brand-new connection to South Florida.
Operating over 570 daily flights to more than 100 destinations from SFO, United continues to solidify San Francisco as its primary West Coast and transpacific gateway. Coming off its largest summer schedule ever at SFO, these fall route additions strengthen options for both corporate and leisure travelers.
New Nonstop Routes at a Glance
San Francisco (SFO) ✈ Cincinnati (CVG)
- Launch Date: October 25, 2026
- Frequency: Daily (Year-round)
- Aircraft: Boeing 737-800
- Seating: 16 First Class / 150 Economy
- Status: Restored Route (Last flown 2020)
San Francisco (SFO) ✈ West Palm Beach (PBI / DJT)
- Launch Date: November 7, 2026
- Frequency: Weekly (Saturdays, Seasonal)
- Aircraft: Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Seating: 16 First Class / 150 Economy
- Status: Brand-New Seasonal Route
Restoring the Tri-State Business Bridge: SFO to CVG
Starting October 25, 2026, United will resume daily nonstop flights between SFO and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). The flight restores a direct channel between Northern California’s tech ecosystem and the corporate sector across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.
Supported in part by the JobsOhio Air Service Restoration Program, the route is projected to generate roughly $36.4 million in annual economic impact for the Cincinnati region. It also offers Midwest travelers streamlined single-stop connections to United's vast transpacific network across Asia and Australia through its San Francisco hub.
"This gives travelers in the tri-state region direct access to the West Coast and from there, convenient access to destinations across the Pacific through United's San Francisco hub."
— Mark Weithofer, Managing Director of Domestic Network Planning at United Airlines
Sunshine & Tech: SFO to Palm Beach Nonstop
Beginning November 7, 2026, United will launch its first-ever nonstop service between SFO and Palm Beach International Airport (PBI / DJT). Operating weekly on Saturdays through early April 2027, this represents the very first direct connection between the two airports.
U.S. Department of Transportation data indicates strong demand for this route, with over 25,000 round-trip passengers flying between San Francisco and West Palm Beach over the past year despite having to take connecting flights. The flight caters to business executives, luxury vacationers, and winter travel demand.
Route Overview Summary
| Route | Launch Date | Frequency | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFO ↔ CVG | Oct 25, 2026 | Daily | Boeing 737-800 |
| SFO ↔ PBI | Nov 7, 2026 | Weekly (Saturdays) | Boeing 737 MAX 8 |
Looking Ahead: United's expansion out of San Francisco also extends internationally. In December 2026, the carrier plans to launch new seasonal nonstop service from SFO to Sapporo, Japan.
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