The ground stop was lifted after 9 p.m.
"The ground stop has been lifted," United tweeted. "We're working to get flights on their way."
The Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System, or ACARS, was having issues with low bandwidth, officials told NBC News.
International flights were not affected.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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