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United MileagePlus

Explore earning and redemption, program benefits and official resources. Confirm current terms with the program before making plans.

Archive updated December 8, 2024 · Factual review pending

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Program overview

MileagePlus is United Airlines’ loyalty program, offering members the opportunity to earn miles on flights, purchases, and partner services. These miles can be redeemed for flights, upgrades, and exclusive experiences…

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Expiration

Miles do not expire.

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Partners & alliance

Star Alliance partners, including Lufthansa, Air Canada, ANA, Singapore Airlines, and more. Additional partnerships with airlines like Hawaiian Airlines.

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United Airlines / MileagePlus

MileagePlus is a direct transfer destination listed by Chase. Use the linked official resources to compare an actual United award with a cash booking before moving points.

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Best suited for: Travelers with eligible Chase Ultimate Rewards points who are investigating a MileagePlus award.

Airline code: UA

Do these miles or points expire?

Editorial review required: United’s current policy page could not be read in this verification pass. Check your MileagePlus account and current terms; do not rely on the archived policy below.

Ways to earn

  • Chase lists MileagePlus as a transfer partner for eligible Ultimate Rewards accounts. Confirm account eligibility in Chase before initiating a transfer.

Ways to redeem

  • Search United for your intended award itinerary before transferring points. Compare the full cash amount as well as the miles requested.

The current partner roster is awaiting editorial verification. Follow United’s official partner directory; an empty list here does not mean United has no partners.

Before you book or transfer

  • This briefing does not verify United’s current earning rates, partner roster, fees or expiration policy.
  • Chase transfers are final. A transfer does not reserve a flight or guarantee that an award remains available.

Official resources & evidence

Official website · Official program

Related briefings & tools

Archived article below: preserved for context; its factual claims have not been reverified by the directory review.

Program Name

MileagePlus

Program Overview

MileagePlus is United Airlines’ loyalty program, offering members the opportunity to earn miles on flights, purchases, and partner services. These miles can be redeemed for flights, upgrades, and exclusive experiences. As part of the Star Alliance network, MileagePlus provides extensive earning and redemption opportunities with a global reach.

How to Earn Miles

  • Flights with United Airlines and Star Alliance partners.
  • Everyday spending with MileagePlus® credit cards.
  • Purchases with program partners, including hotels, car rentals, dining, and shopping.
  • Bonus miles through promotions and partner offers.

How to Redeem Miles

  • Award flights on United Airlines and Star Alliance partners.
  • Cabin upgrades.
  • United Club memberships.
  • Hotel stays, car rentals, and vacation packages.
  • Merchandise and gift cards via the MileagePlus shopping portal.

Elite Status Tiers

  • Premier Silver: Complimentary Economy Plus seating, priority boarding, and 7x miles earned.
  • Premier Gold: Complimentary upgrades, waived fees, and 8x miles earned.
  • Premier Platinum: Complimentary upgrades and priority services, 9x miles earned.
  • Premier 1K: Systemwide upgrades, waived fees, and 11x miles earned.

Key Benefits

  • Extensive earning and redemption opportunities through Star Alliance.
  • Complimentary upgrades for elite members.
  • No blackout dates for award travel.
  • Flexible redemption options for travel and non-travel rewards.

Enrollment Information

Expiration Policy

  • Miles do not expire.

Co-Branded Credit Card Offers

  • MileagePlus® credit cards offer benefits such as:
    • Welcome bonuses.
    • Free checked bags.
    • Priority boarding.
    • Earn miles on every purchase.
  • Learn more at MileagePlus Credit Cards.

Partner Airlines and Alliances

  • Star Alliance partners, including Lufthansa, Air Canada, ANA, Singapore Airlines, and more.
  • Additional partnerships with airlines like Hawaiian Airlines.

Transferable Points

  • Transfer points from Chase Ultimate Rewards to MileagePlus miles.

Promotions and Bonuses

  • Periodic promotions for bonus miles on flights, shopping, and partner services.
  • Limited-time offers for new MileagePlus® credit card holders.

Mobile App or Tools

  • Manage your MileagePlus account, book award travel, and track miles using the United Airlines mobile app.

Support Contact Information

Additional Resources

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Source & policy links

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