When planning your travel with United Airlines, ensuring your ticket matches your legal identification is crucial. Whether it’s a small typo or a full legal name change due to marriage or divorce, correcting the name on your reservation is vital to avoid issues during check-in or boarding. This complete guide explains how to change your name on a United flight reservation, what documents you’ll need, and why calling 858-280-2740 is the fastest and most effective option.

If you're already seeing a mismatch on your ticket, call 858-280-2740 now to speak with a United Airlines name change specialist.

🚨 Why Your Name Must Match on a United Flight Ticket

United Airlines requires the name on your flight reservation to exactly match your government-issued ID or passport. Even small differences can cause delays, extra fees, or denied boarding. That's why it’s so important to make corrections as soon as possible.

For immediate support and quick corrections, dial 858-280-2740 and get personalized help from a United representative.

✅ What Types of Name Changes Are Allowed on United Reservations?

United Airlines allows both minor name corrections and legal name changes, depending on your situation:

✔ Minor Corrections Allowed:

• Fixing up to 3 characters

• Replacing a middle initial with a full name

• Fixing reversed names (e.g., Smith John to John Smith)

• Title or suffix corrections (Mr., Ms., Jr., etc.)

✔ Legal Name Changes:

• Marriage or divorce

• Court-ordered name changes

• Adoption or citizenship-related changes

Need help determining your eligibility? Call 858-280-2740 for a free evaluation.

❌ What You Cannot Change

• You can’t transfer the ticket to another person

• You can’t completely change both first and last name

• You can’t correct someone else’s name on your booking without authorization

For clarification on what’s permitted, contact United Airlines support at 858-280-2740.

📞 How to Change Name on United Flight Reservation via Phone (Best Method)

The most reliable way to correct your name on a United reservation is by speaking to a live agent. Here’s how:

1. Dial 858-280-2740

2. Select the option for existing reservations or ticketing

3. Provide your confirmation number and current name

4. Explain the correction needed

5. Upload any required documents (e.g., passport, marriage certificate)

6. Confirm the updated itinerary

This entire process can be completed in minutes when you call 858-280-2740 and work with a trained support representative.

🧾 Documents You Might Need for a Legal Name Change

If your name change is due to legal reasons, you’ll need to provide supporting documentation, such as:

• Valid passport or ID

• Marriage certificate

• Divorce decree

• Court order or legal paperwork

For document submission instructions, call 858-280-2740.

💵 United Airlines Name Change Fees in 2025

Fees vary depending on the type of correction and your fare class.