Disgruntled With United MileagePlus? Here Are Some Better Alternatives. by Tyler Glatt June 3, 2024 5 Sometimes, it's time to move on. If United Airlines MileagePlus has fallen out of your good graces — of which there are several reasons it very well could have — rest assured, plenty of other mileage programs and elite status programs are worth your attention. Here's the best alternatives to United MileagePlus, even if United is still your most convenient airline.
Earn Triple United Miles on IHG Stays (Up to 15,000 Bonus Miles) by Skye Class May 18, 2024 18 IHG One Rewards and United MileagePlus have brought back a promotion from last year but with better rewards this time around. Travelers now have the option to earn triple United miles on IHG stays, up to a total of 15,000 bonus miles. Bonus miles are given on stays of any length. However, you'll need to make some adjustments to your settings to earn these miles.
Book Now: United Likely To Devalue Intra-Japan Awards by Tyler Glatt May 9, 2024 1 In recent history, United Airlines has done some crummy things with its award pricing. This includes, but is not limited to, doubling the MileagePlus miles required for booking international first-class partner awards and as much as tripling regional business-class awards. And it's likely in the process of ratcheting prices even higher, this time with a focus on intra-Japan routes. Here's what we know about United's intra-Japan devaluation and why we think you should book now.
United Skyrockets Business Class Partner Award Pricing by up to 200% by Tyler Glatt May 1, 2024 1 After sending partner first-class awards skyrocketing just last week, United Airlines has once again taken aim at partner award pricing. Effective immediately, you'll need to redeem a lot more MileagePlus miles for premium-cabin intra-European, intra-African, and intra-Asia award flights. Here's what you need to know about United Airlines' latest no-notice devaluation.
United Hikes International First Class Award Prices by as Much as 100% by Tyler Glatt April 23, 2024 0 There's little incentive to stockpile United MileagePlus miles to make an international first class redemption on the likes of ANA and Lufthansa. And given a recent no-notice devaluation, there's even less of a reason to make these aspirational redemptions with United miles, as they cost 27% to 100% more now than before. Here's what we know about United's no-notice partner devaluation.
How and Why You Should Use the United Airlines ‘Expert Mode’ by Payton Turner April 14, 2024 0 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.
How To Upgrade United Airlines Flights With Miles by Ajay Jain April 5, 2024 2 Did you know that you can upgrade United Airlines economy tickets to Polaris by using miles and cash? 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.
United Miles Pooling: A Great Option with Downsides You Don’t Want to Overlook by Carissa Rawson March 21, 2024 2 United Airlines has announced the implementation of free miles pooling, allowing United MileagePlus members to combine their rewards together for redemptions. This is great news, especially for families and elite members who'd like to share their benefits.
Should United MileagePlus Members Transfer Miles With the Current Promotion? by Skye Class March 2, 2024 2 United MileagePlus members can transfer their United miles to another family member, though it's normally not worth it because of the fees involved. This month, members will get a 20% discount and won't have to pay the $30 processing fee. But is this a good deal? Here are the details.
Get Access to Hidden Award Space with United Credit Cards by Tyler Glatt February 29, 2024 145 United Airlines' Chase-issued credit cards can be quite valuable for anyone who flies with the airline even a few times each year. If you have an eligible United card, you can use your balance of MileagePlus miles to book flights that aren’t available to everyone else. Here's what savvy travelers need to know.
United’s Months of Miles Is Back, Offering Up to 20,000 Bonus Miles on Card Spending by Skye Class February 7, 2024 3 United is targeting co-branded cardholders with a new promotion for its aptly-named "Months of Miles." Targeted cardholders can earn up to 20,000 bonus miles over three months, but not everyone is eligible. Here's how you could earn 3.33x on spending, plus how to see if you were targeted.
Get up to 10X Bonus United Miles by Donating to Charities for Black History Month by Tyler Glatt April 1, 2024 1 In honor of Black History Month, Chase, United Airlines, and Visa are teaming up to offer rewards for donations to three select charities. Through March 31, 2024, you can earn up to 10 United MileagePlus miles per dollar donated using an eligible United co-branded credit card. Here's a look at the eligible charities and the cards you can use to bank some bonus United miles.
A Brief Guide to the United Airlines-Deutsche Bahn Partnership by Tyler Glatt December 25, 2023 0 United Airlines has teamed up with Lufthansa Group and Deutsche Bahn to make integrated air and rail journeys a seamless reality. United passengers flying between the U.S. and Frankfurt can now take advantage of Deutsche Bahn's expansive route network to connect between FRA and dozens of cities via rail — all on one single ticket. Here's all you need to know.
Sweet Spots with United Airlines MileagePlus Awards by Ross Denkin November 25, 2023 4 Check out the sweet spots of the United Airlines MileagePlus program. Whether domestic or international, United miles help travelers see more places using fewer miles. With economy, business class, and first-class sweet spots, United miles have a use however you like to fly. Additionally, United miles are easy to come by and can be accumulated quickly. Here's a rundown of your options.
United Changes How You’ll Earn Elite Status in 2024, Further Rewarding Card Spending by Carissa Rawson November 10, 2023 1 Earning elite status with United Airlines just got easier for co-branded cardholders. Along with increased abilities to earn Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs) members can now apply card spend to top-tier status. Here's what you need to know about United Premier elite status changes for 2024.
United Hotels Promotion Offers 5X Miles on Stays Through End of 2023 by Skye Class October 26, 2023 0 United MileagePlus members have a new promotion to earn 5X United miles when booking a hotel through United Hotels by October 31. Stays must be completed before December 31, 2023. This promotion is for travelers who value United miles over hotel points, as it's one or the other. Here are the details for this promotion.
Deal Alert: United Polaris to Australia From 120K Miles Round-Trip by Carissa Rawson October 24, 2023 2 United has released huge swathes of award availability for business class flights to Australia and New Zealand. This opportunity is so rare that you should book now and ask questions later!
Get Up to 16X Total United Miles Flying to Europe this Fall by Skye Class October 18, 2023 32 This week, United launched a new promotion to incentivize MileagePlus members to travel to Europe this fall with 5X bonus miles. Depending on your elite status, members can earn up to 16X total miles when flying to or through London, Amsterdam, or Paris before December 13, 2023. Here are the details of this promotion
Complete Guide To Using United PlusPoints by Carissa Rawson October 13, 2023 0 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.
Marriott and United Launch Dual-Earning Promotion. Register to Earn Points on Flights And Miles on Stays. by Carissa Rawson December 10, 2023 1 Marriott and United just launched a joint promotion allowing those enrolled in the Preferred Partnership to earn new rewards. Those with elite status in both programs will have the opportunity to earn United miles on hotel stays and Marriott Bonvoy points on United flights. But you'll need to register to take advantage of this promotion. Here are the full details and how to enroll.
Earn 1,000 MileagePlus Miles and 10% Off Marriott Stays in London by Skye Class September 9, 2023 0 United MileagePlus members can earn bonus miles and a 10% discount while staying at Marriott hotels in London. This promotion is for members who prefer to earn miles over Bonvoy points on their hotel stays. Here are the details.
A TimeShifter Promotion Offers Free Plans or 500 Bonus Miles for United MileagePlus Members by Skye Class September 4, 2023 0 United MileagePlus members have a promotion to get a free TimeShifter membership or 500 bonus miles when purchasing an annual plan. This is a unique offer, most appealing for those who regularly cross time zones. Let's look at what TimeShifter is and the details of this offer.
Wide-Open United Polaris Business Class Award Availability to India! by Miguel Rueda August 30, 2023 2 On Saturday, October 28, 2023, United Airlines will begin operating two daily flights from Newark (EWR) to New Delhi (DEL). And right now United award availability is wide-open on this route, including Polaris business class, with some dates showing up to 9 seats. Here's what you need to know about booking this incredible award space.
Earn 3X United Miles Plus on Vrbo Bookings by Skye Class January 14, 2025 0 Did you know you can earn 3X United MileagePlus miles on Vrbo stays? This is a partnership we haven't mentioned previously on AwardWallet, but it's definitely a promotion worth considering. Here are the details.
Donate to LGBTQ+ Charities for Pride Month 2023 and Earn up to 12,500 United Miles by Skye Class February 1, 2025 4 For the month of June 2023, United MileagePlus members can earn up to 10X miles when they donate to selected LGBTQ+ charities. United cardholders can earn up to 12,500 United miles per credit card by making $1,500 in donations through June 30, 2023. Here's what you need to know about this promotion.
United Makes Major Award Chart Devaluation. Here’s What We Know So Far. by Ryan Smith May 18, 2023 6 Overnight and without an announcement, it seems United MileagePlus made massive changes to its (unpublished) award chart. We haven’t yet had time to examine every route and every possibility, so expect that there will be changes and updates to this story. Here’s what we know so far.
United Award Flash Sale: The U.S. to Japan From 25,000 Miles by Sam Helmy March 31, 2023 0 United just launched a flash award and cash sale on routes from the mainland U.S. to Japan. With the sale, one-way awards in economy start from 25,000 miles plus taxes and fees. Or book roundtrip cash fares start from $825. Booking with both sales must be made by April 7, 2023.
Emirates-United Mileage Earning and Redemption Rates Live (Plus Double Miles Promotion) by Sam Helmy March 31, 2023 0 United and Emirates finally unveiled all details of their new relationship, which came into force on March 26, 2023. You can now earn and redeem Emirates miles on United... and United miles for flights on Emirates. However, the restrictions on this partnership are many. And you might do better by crediting flights to another mileage program. Here's a dive into your options.
Marriott Eliminates 10% Bonus on Point Transfers to United, Boosts Bonus on 60k-Point Transfers by JT Genter March 8, 2023 0 For years, Marriott Bonvoy offered a standing 10% bonus on all point transfers to United MileagePlus. In an unannounced change today, Marriott quietly killed off this transfer bonus. In its place, Marriott is offering a larger bonus on transfers of at least 60,000 Bonvoy points. These changes certainly create winners and losers. Here's a breakdown of the changes.
