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Earn 90,000 MileagePlus Miles With the United Club Card — Plus Lounge Access, Travel Perks, and More

November 7, 2025

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The United Club℠ Card is one of the best United Airlines credit cards you can apply for if you care about lounge access, statement credits, and elite travel perks. And it's got a new welcome offer worth 90,000 bonus MileagePlus miles. Here are all the details and how to apply.

United Launches a Debit Card: Earn Miles on Purchases, Score a Welcome Bonus, and More

by Mark Jackson

November 6, 2025

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United Airlines just launched a rewards-earning debit card. And if you like to earn United MileagePlus miles, you might actually find this new product pretty exciting. Here's what to know about the new United debit card, including its earning rates, benefits, and welcome offer.

United Launches 100% Bonus on Buying MileagePlus Miles

by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt

November 6, 2025

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If you're short the United MileagePlus miles necessary to book your next trip, there's a new sale on United miles that can help you restock your account. Through November 25, 2025, MileagePlus members can get up to a 100% bonus, which drops the effective cost to as low as 1.88¢ per mile. Here are the details.

United MileagePlus Drops Rates on Partner Business Class Awards — Here Are the New, Lower Rates

by Cameron Laufer

November 5, 2025

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So far, 2025 has been full of devaluations. But now, United Airlines, has some positive news. We are now seeing a de-devaluation (or is it re-valuation?) of flight awards when using United MileagePlus miles on Star Alliance partners. Here's what to know.

New: Earn United MileagePlus Miles on Lyft Rides

by Harrison Pierce

November 5, 2025

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Starting today, you can opt in to earn United MileagePlus miles on your Lyft rides. You'll earn anywhere from 1 to 4 miles per $1 spent, depending on the type of ride. Here's everything you need to know about the new United and Lyft partnership, including how to activate your earnings.

One Month Only: Transfer United MileagePlus Miles to Marriott Bonvoy Points With a 20% Bonus

by Tyler Glatt

November 4, 2025

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Throughout the rest of November, United and Marriott’s RewardsPlus partnership will be a little more rewarding than usual. If you hold United Premier Silver status or higher, you can transfer your United MileagePlus miles to Marriott Bonvoy® points with a 20% bonus, which boosts the transfer ratio from 1:1 to 1:1.2. Here are the details.

Shortcuts to Airline Elite Status With Status Match or Fast Track Opportunities

by Senitra Horbrook and Skye Class

November 3, 2025

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Earning airline elite status doesn't have to be so hard. Many airlines offer customers easier routes to elite status. Whether through a status match, a fast track, or a challenge, earning airline elite status is within reach for even the most casual of travelers. Here's a look at the latest opportunities.

Airline Shopping Portal November Promotions: Earn a Huge 18,500 Bonus Miles

by Skye Class

November 1, 2025

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November is here, and all five airline shopping portals have launched promotions offering a whopping 18,500 bonus points and miles collectively. Members can earn up to 5,000 bonus miles in each portal, and these offers last unusually long, giving shoppers up to 24 days to reach the spending threshold. Here's how to capitalize on these new offers.

CLEAR Plus Membership Deals: 5k United Miles or up to 1,500 Alaska Points, & Ways to Enroll for Free

by Skye Class

October 31, 2025

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CLEAR Plus is a great way to speed through airport security. If you're not yet a member, now might be a good time to join if you're interested in earning some airline miles for doing so. Right now, new members can get 5,000 United miles or earn up to 1,500 bonus Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards points. Here are the details.

United and JetBlue Add Miles Earning and Redeemptions as Part of Expanded Blue Sky Partnership

by Tyler Glatt

October 23, 2025

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JetBlue and United just massively expanded their Blue Sky partnership and you can now earn and redeem miles on both airlines! Here’s an overview of which parts of the partnership are live now, how you’ll earn and redeem miles, and what other perks and benefits of this tie-up are still to come.

A Complete Guide to United Airlines MileagePlus Premier Status

by Harrison Pierce

October 22, 2025

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United Airlines' elite status program, MileagePlus Premier, has four status tiers. In this complete guide, we'll tell you everything you need to know about earning Premier status and maximizing its benefits. We'll also share ways you can fast track your path to status or mimic the benefits by becoming a United credit cardholder.

Instacart Perks and Promotions for United MileagePlus Members: Bonus Points, Credits, and More

by Skye Class

October 17, 2025

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United and Instacart have a great partnership that comes with several promotions and benefits for MileagePlus members. Members can get up to 5,500 bonus miles, claim no delivery fees around a trip, or even get a complimentary Instacart+ membership with a United credit card. Here's how to take advantage of these offers.

New United Mile Play Offers: Up to 14,000 Bonus MileagePlus Miles Earnings After Completing Tasks

by Tyler Glatt and JT Genter

October 15, 2025

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United just launched the latest version of its "Mile Play" promotion. Through December 22, eligible United flyers can complete various tasks to earn bonus miles. Here's how to check which tasks you've been assigned and how many bonus miles you can earn.

United Adds 4 New European Routes for Summer 2026 — and Award Seats Are Already Available

by Cameron Laufer

October 14, 2025

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United recently announced four new European destination to its route map with seasonal service beginning next summer. Here are the new routes plus award availability and the cheapest ways to book awards to these unique locations.

The United℠ Business Card Is Offering New Applicants 75k Bonus Miles and 2,000 PQP

by Jess Farley and Tyler Glatt

October 10, 2025

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United just refreshed the welcome offer on the United℠ Business Card. While the mileage bonus has dipped, this new offer adds meaningful value in two ways: a waived annual fee for the first year plus a 2,000 PQP boost toward United Premier elite status. Here's what to know.

Book Short-Haul United Flights From 3,500 Points Through This Overlooked Mileage Program

by Ajay Jain

October 10, 2025

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Air India Maharaja Club offers one of the cheapest ways to book domestic United Airlines award flights. Short domestic flights are just 3,500 points each way in economy, and 7,000 in first class. Learn which flights are a great value, which to avoid, and how to quickly earn Air India Maharaja Club points.

United’s First Mainline Flight with Starlink Wi-Fi Takes Off Soon — Here’s the New Rollout Schedule

by Skye Class

October 10, 2025

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United MileagePlus members should mark their calendars for October 15, 2025, the day United launches high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi on a mainline commercial flight. United's first regional flights with Starlink Wi-Fi launched in May this year, offering passengers faster, more reliable internet from gate to gate.

Act Fast: Get Tickets for Exclusive United Airlines Behind-the-Scenes Experiences for 20k Miles

by Skye Class and JT Genter

October 10, 2025

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United just made two new cardholder-only "Uniquely United" packages available for redemption: a behind-the-scenes tour of Denver Airport and an exclusive maintenance tour in San Francisco. Both events officially go on sale at 9 a.m. EST on October 10. Here’s how to get your tickets.

Convert Hotel Points to United MileagePlus Miles to Get a 25% Transfer Bonus

by Tyler Glatt and Skye Class

October 1, 2025

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Now through October 31, 2025, you can transfer points from several hotels to United miles with a 25% bonus and collect up to 25,000 bonus miles. In this post, we dig into the numbers to show you when it might make sense.

Earn Bonus Miles on United Card Spending With Targeted Offers — Here’s How to Activate

by Skye Class

September 10, 2025

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United just launched the "Pack More Miles" promotion for targeted United cardholders. United credit card holders can earn bonus miles after hitting a spending threshold between now and December 31, 2025. Some cardholders are targeted to earn up to 10,000 bonus miles! Here are the details and how to see your offer.

United and ITA Launch Earn-and-Redeem Partnership — And Mileage Redemptions Are Already Live

by Harrison Pierce

September 8, 2025

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You can now redeem United Airlines MileagePlus Miles for ITA Airways flights, and vice versa. Elite members will also have access to lounges when flying on select routes. Here's everything to know about the new United-ITA partnership.

New Best-Ever Offer on the No-Annual-Fee United Gateway Card

by Tyler Glatt

August 26, 2025

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The easiest way to earn a big sum of United MileagePlus miles without paying an annual fee is by applying for the United Gateway℠ Card. Right now, this card comes with an elevated welcome offer worth 30,000 bonus miles after you spend $1,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Here are the details.

Buy up to 2,000 United Premier Qualifying Points Through August 24 — But Is It Worth It?

by Harrison Pierce

August 22, 2025

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Are you progressing toward earning your desired United Premier status but aren't sure if you'll reach it by the end of the year? For just a few more days, you can purchase up to 2,000 United Premier Qualifying Points. Here's what to know about this offering and if it's worth it.

Score 70k Bonus Miles and 1k PQP With the United Quest Card’s Welcome Offer

by Tyler Glatt

August 18, 2025

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New applicants of the United Quest℠ Card can earn a hefty sum of United MileagePlus miles, plus a boost in Premier Qualifying Points (PQP) toward United Premier elite status after meeting the card’s minimum spend requirement. Here's how to score this bonus.

How to Upgrade United Flights With Miles — And When It’s Actually Worth It

by Ajay Jain

August 16, 2025

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Ever wanted to upgrade your United Airlines economy ticket to Polaris business class? In this article, we will go over how much United Airlines MileagePlus Upgrade awards cost, how to find them for new reservations, upgrading existing reservations, and how to calculate if a United upgrade with miles is worth it.

How and Why You Should Use the United Airlines ‘Expert Mode’

by Payton Turner and Carissa Rawson

August 12, 2025

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United Airlines' expert mode is an incredible tool that allows flyers to access helpful fare class details about their flights directly from United. This information is incredibly useful in understanding when flights can be booked with partners or when confirmable upgrades are available. And it's very easy to use.

Cardholder Award Flash Sale: Book United Flights to Thailand or Vietnam From 30K Miles Each Way

by Tyler Glatt and Sam Helmy

August 8, 2025

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If fall or winter travel is in the cards but you haven't made flight reservations yet, United MileagePlus is out with an award sale that might be worth redeeming your miles. United is offering discounted economy rates to Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City, with rates starting at just 30,000 miles each way. The offer is only valid for travel booked today, August 8, 2025. Here are the full details.

Complete Guide to Using United PlusPoints to Confirm Upgrades, Exchange for Perks, and More

by Carissa Rawson

July 29, 2025

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United PlusPoints are awarded to Premier Platinum and Premier 1K members after earning status. These highly valuable points can be used to confirm upgrades to Premium Plus or business class before you take off. Here's how they work.

Subscribe to United Miles by the Month for Discounts on United Miles — But Is The Purchase Rate Worth It?

by Max Prosperi

July 14, 2025

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If you’re looking for an easy way to boost your United MileagePlus balance each month with minimal effort, a United Miles by the Month subscription could be the answer. Just like any other subscription service imaginable, you simply choose a tier, subscribe, and watch your mileage balance grow. Here's how it works.

Earn up to 2,000 Bonus Miles After Making Digital Wallet Purchases With Your United Credit Card

by Skye Class

August 1, 2025

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This summer, select Chase United cardholders can earn up to 2,000 bonus miles by making purchases through digital wallets. Targeted cardholders must register by July 31, 2025, and then make eligible purchases within the following three months. Here are the details.

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Earn 90,000 MileagePlus Miles With the United Club Card — Plus Lounge Access, Travel Perks, and More

United Launches a Debit Card: Earn Miles on Purchases, Score a Welcome Bonus, and More

United Launches 100% Bonus on Buying MileagePlus Miles

United MileagePlus Drops Rates on Partner Business Class Awards — Here Are the New, Lower Rates

New: Earn United MileagePlus Miles on Lyft Rides

One Month Only: Transfer United MileagePlus Miles to Marriott Bonvoy Points With a 20% Bonus

Shortcuts to Airline Elite Status With Status Match or Fast Track Opportunities

Airline Shopping Portal November Promotions: Earn a Huge 18,500 Bonus Miles

CLEAR Plus Membership Deals: 5k United Miles or up to 1,500 Alaska Points, & Ways to Enroll for Free

United and JetBlue Add Miles Earning and Redeemptions as Part of Expanded Blue Sky Partnership

A Complete Guide to United Airlines MileagePlus Premier Status

Instacart Perks and Promotions for United MileagePlus Members: Bonus Points, Credits, and More

New United Mile Play Offers: Up to 14,000 Bonus MileagePlus Miles Earnings After Completing Tasks

United Adds 4 New European Routes for Summer 2026 — and Award Seats Are Already Available

The United℠ Business Card Is Offering New Applicants 75k Bonus Miles and 2,000 PQP

Book Short-Haul United Flights From 3,500 Points Through This Overlooked Mileage Program

United’s First Mainline Flight with Starlink Wi-Fi Takes Off Soon — Here’s the New Rollout Schedule

Act Fast: Get Tickets for Exclusive United Airlines Behind-the-Scenes Experiences for 20k Miles

Convert Hotel Points to United MileagePlus Miles to Get a 25% Transfer Bonus

Earn Bonus Miles on United Card Spending With Targeted Offers — Here’s How to Activate

United and ITA Launch Earn-and-Redeem Partnership — And Mileage Redemptions Are Already Live

New Best-Ever Offer on the No-Annual-Fee United Gateway Card

Buy up to 2,000 United Premier Qualifying Points Through August 24 — But Is It Worth It?

Score 70k Bonus Miles and 1k PQP With the United Quest Card’s Welcome Offer

How to Upgrade United Flights With Miles — And When It’s Actually Worth It

How and Why You Should Use the United Airlines ‘Expert Mode’

Cardholder Award Flash Sale: Book United Flights to Thailand or Vietnam From 30K Miles Each Way

Complete Guide to Using United PlusPoints to Confirm Upgrades, Exchange for Perks, and More

Subscribe to United Miles by the Month for Discounts on United Miles — But Is The Purchase Rate Worth It?

Earn up to 2,000 Bonus Miles After Making Digital Wallet Purchases With Your United Credit Card