Chase Ultimate Rewards
Directory briefing · Transferable rewards · U.S.
Chase Ultimate Rewards
Ultimate Rewards offers several ways to use points. Direct airline transfers require an eligible account, so check your card’s options before planning around a partner award.
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Best suited for: Eligible U.S. Chase cardmembers comparing travel transfers with other ways to redeem their existing points.
Do these miles or points expire?
Points do not expire while the account remains open. Account closure or certain account-status changes can cause forfeiture; consult your card’s agreement.
Ways to earn
- Eligible purchases on cards that earn Ultimate Rewards; earning categories vary by card.
Ways to redeem
- Travel, cash back and other eligible rewards.
- Transfers to participating airline or hotel programs with eligible cards.
Verified direct transfers in this directory
- MileagePlus: Chase lists United MileagePlus as a direct transfer partner for eligible cards. Transfers generally use 1,000-point increments and are final; confirm the displayed rate and timing in your account.
Before you book or transfer
- Not every Chase card offers direct partner transfers.
- Transfer processing can take time. Confirm the award and current transfer terms before submitting.
Official resources & evidence
Official website · Official program
- Chase: how to transfer and eligible programs
- Chase: expiration and account closure
- Chase: how Ultimate Rewards works