I had a flight from San Diego to Lexington, KY with a transfer in Chicago. United had staffiing issues, which caused a significant delay leaving San Diego. We landed in Chicago and had to wait over 30 min for a gate. Got to the gate almost an hour after my flight from Chicago to Lex left. They didn't help with a hotel other than offering a discount and even then the room we very expensive. I had to rent a one way car to go from Chicago to Lexington. I called customer service and refused to help bc it was staffing issues and out their control. How is this not their fault? Will never fly on United again.
Recommendation: If you can't staff a plane at least pay for the customers room.