United Airlines flights to Cuba: routes, schedule & status
United suspended its only Cuba route — Houston–Havana — on September 2, 2025. United has said it hopes to resume no later than Summer 2026,' but no restart date has been confirmed.
Routes & schedule
| Route | Frequency | Duration | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| IAH → HAV | Suspended (last flight Sep 1, 2025) | ~2h 10m when operating | Boeing 737-800 |
Current status
United cited highly seasonal demand and the restrictive policy environment after the June 2025 National Security Presidential Memorandum. Its market share was roughly 7% pre-suspension vs. American's ~68%. United has said it plans to resume 'no later than Summer 2026' but this remains unconfirmed. Its unrelated weekly JAX–Guantanamo Bay charter continues to operate.
Know before you fly
- Rebook via American or Delta (Miami) or Southwest (Tampa/Fort Lauderdale)
- United currently has no MileagePlus Cuba routes
- Don't assume resumption without an official United announcement
- The JAX–Guantanamo charter is a military contract, not a public Cuba route
United does not sell the Cuba eVisa (no operating Cuba service). Apply for your eVisa online in advance regardless of which carrier you rebook with.
Frequently asked questions
Is United flying to Cuba?
No. United suspended its only Cuba route, Houston–Havana, on September 2, 2025.
When will United resume flights to Cuba?
United has said it hopes to resume 'no later than Summer 2026,' but no restart date has been confirmed.
Why did United suspend its Cuba service?
United cited highly seasonal demand and the tightened U.S. policy environment following the June 2025 National Security Presidential Memorandum.
What airline should I use instead?
American or Delta from Miami, Southwest from Tampa or Fort Lauderdale, or Copa via Panama City if you want to avoid U.S. transit.
Does United still fly to Guantanamo Bay?
Yes — a weekly JAX–Guantanamo charter continues, but this is a military contract, not a commercial Cuba route.
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