How to Use the United Airlines MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I write code that checks a United Airlines flight status using Cursor?

You call getflightstatus with the flight number. The agent executes this tool and returns an object containing the current operational details, like gate assignments or if it's landed.

Q: Can I use the MCP Server to map out United Airlines routes in my project?

Yes, you can use getroute to verify connections between two airports. For a full overview of their network, call getairlineroutes. This data is ideal for pre-flight path validation.

Q: How do I get future United Airlines flight schedules in Cursor?

Use the getfutureflights tool. You specify the airport and a future date (YYYY-MM-DD). The agent then returns scheduled departures or arrivals, which you can immediately process in your code.

Q: Does this MCP Server help with United Airlines historical data?

It does. getflighthistory lets you programmatically retrieve actual departure/arrival times and outcomes for a given past date, letting you calculate on-time performance metrics.

Inject real-time United Airlines flight data directly into your code using Cursor's Agent Mode.

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Querying United Airlines Data in Code

Writing a script that needs current flight info? Use `get_flight_status` to pull the real-time status of any specific United Airlines flight. The AI agent calls this tool, and you get live data injected right into your function. Need historical context? You can use `get_flight_history` within your code to analyze past performance. This lets you build logic around whether a flight was delayed or cancelled on a specified date.

Building United Airlines Network Logic

Your app needs to validate routes? Use `get_route`. It checks if United flies between two specific IATA codes and tells you about direct connections. The agent handles the API call, so your code stays clean. If you're mapping a whole system, run `get_airline_routes` to get every single pair of airports that United serves. This data is perfect for building network graph visualizations.

Handling Airport Operations with MCP Server

Need airport metadata? The `get_airport_info` tool lets you pull details—like coordinates and timezones—for any major United Airlines stop. This data is immediately available for use in your code. For tracking movements, the agent can call `get_arrivals` or `get_departures`. You specify the airport and date, and the resulting array of flight objects goes straight into your project context.

Setup guide

Set up United Airlines MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the United Airlines MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent United Airlines transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the United Airlines tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "united-airlines-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about United Airlines MCP in Cursor

You call `get_flight_status` with the flight number. The agent executes this tool and returns an object containing the current operational details, like gate assignments or if it's landed.

Yes, you can use `get_route` to verify connections between two airports. For a full overview of their network, call `get_airline_routes`. This data is ideal for pre-flight path validation.

Use the `get_future_flights` tool. You specify the airport and a future date (YYYY-MM-DD). The agent then returns scheduled departures or arrivals, which you can immediately process in your code.

It does. `get_flight_history` lets you programmatically retrieve actual departure/arrival times and outcomes for a given past date, letting you calculate on-time performance metrics.

This server touches detailed flight status information. This includes real-time operational statuses (e.g., 'delayed', 'active'), scheduled times, terminal numbers, and baggage belt assignments.

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