If you're new to Instacart \u2014 or haven\u2019t placed an order in a while \u2014 this partnership gives MileagePlus<\/a> members a practical way to earn extra United miles on purchases you're probably already making. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the partnership<\/p>\n Page Contents<\/p> United and Instacart are offering MileagePlus members the opportunity to earn up to 10,500 bonus miles after completing three separate activities tied to signing up for Instacart, placing orders, and upgrading to Instacart+. It\u2019s a rewarding opportunity if you can use some United miles and already order through Instacart regularly.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need to complete all three activities to benefit, since miles are awarded for each one you finish. That said, only members who complete all three will earn the full 10,500-mile bonus.<\/p>\n Before you can earn miles through any of the three activities below, you\u2019ll need to register and link your United MileagePlus and Instacart accounts<\/a> through the official promotion landing page. Each activity also has its own enrollment deadline, so if you plan to complete all three, it\u2019s worth bookmarking the page since some steps require re-enrollment.<\/p>\n The first activity is the simplest. After enrolling and linking your accounts<\/a>, complete your first qualifying Instacart order within 60 days of enrollment and you\u2019ll earn 500 bonus MileagePlus miles.<\/p>\n A qualifying order must have an item subtotal of at least $35 before taxes and fees. Restaurant orders don\u2019t count, and canceled or refunded orders aren\u2019t eligible.<\/p>\n Miles are typically credited within 6-8 weeks after delivery or pickup. This bonus can only be earned once per MileagePlus account. You must enroll by September 28, 2028<\/strong>, and your qualifying order must be placed no later than October 5, 2028.<\/p>\n Related: The Best Credit Cards for Grocery Shopping \u2014 From Cash Back to Transferable Points<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The second activity offers the biggest return, especially for members who are new to Instacart. After completing your first qualifying order under Activity 1, you can earn an additional 5,000 MileagePlus miles by completing four qualifying Instacart orders within eight weeks of that first order.<\/p>\n There\u2019s one important eligibility restriction: This bonus is available only to new Instacart users or members who haven\u2019t placed an Instacart order in the 12 months prior to their enrollment date.<\/p>\n The same order minimums from the first activity apply. Each of the four orders must have an item subtotal of at least $35 before taxes, tips, and fees, and all four must be placed and delivered within the eight-week window. Restaurant orders don\u2019t count.<\/p>\n You must enroll by August 10, 2028<\/strong>, to be eligible, and all four orders must be completed no later than October 5, 2028. Miles are credited within 6-8 weeks after the fourth qualifying order. This bonus is limited to one redemption per MileagePlus account.<\/p>\n The third and final activity requires an upfront financial commitment but comes with solid benefits. After completing Activity 2, eligible members can earn an additional 5,000 MileagePlus miles by signing up for a paid annual Instacart+ membership through the promotion enrollment page and keeping it active for at least 30 days.<\/p>\n Instacart+ currently costs $99 per year and auto-renews, so you\u2019ll be billed annually unless you cancel before renewal. An annual Instacart+ membership includes:<\/p>\n Miles are credited 6-8 weeks after you\u2019ve maintained the paid membership for at least 30 consecutive days. You must enroll and sign up for the annual membership no later than September 5, 2028<\/strong>. Like the other activities, this offer can only be redeemed once per MileagePlus account.<\/p>\n Separate from the mileage bonus promotion above, United and Instacart also offer a travel-triggered perk for MileagePlus members with eligible domestic United flights. Each time you take a qualifying domestic flight, you can activate a complimentary 7-day Instacart+ trial that provides $0 delivery fees<\/a> on qualifying orders.<\/p>\n You have a 21-day window to activate the trial, starting 7 days before departure and running through 14 days after landing. That makes it especially useful for restocking the fridge when you return from a trip.<\/p>\n A few things to keep in mind: “$0 delivery fees” doesn\u2019t mean no fees at all. Service fees, taxes, and tips still apply. There are also order minimums you\u2019ll need to meet to receive $0 delivery fees. Those minimums are:<\/p>\n If you\u2019re also working toward the mileage bonuses above, orders placed during the 7-day trial can count as qualifying orders once your accounts are linked, allowing the two offers to work together.<\/p>\n Another major benefit of the United and Instacart partnership is a complimentary Instacart+ membership plus monthly credits for eligible United credit card<\/a> holders. It\u2019s similar to the free Instacart+ membership available to eligible Mastercard holders<\/a>, but with better benefits. This offer also supersedes the seven-day Instacart+ trial tied to eligible United flights.<\/p>\n Use this link to claim your complimentary membership<\/a> and up to $20 in monthly credits. You\u2019ll need to enroll with one of the five eligible United cards. Once activated, your benefits will continue through December 31, 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\nEarn up to 10,500 United Miles After Completing These Instacart Activities<\/span><\/h2>\n
How to register and link your United account to Instacart<\/span><\/h3>\n
Activity 1: Earn 500 bonus miles after your first Instacart order<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Activity 2: Earn 5,000 bonus miles after 4 qualifying orders<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Activity 3: Earn 5,000 bonus miles after signing up for annual Instacart+<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Get $0 Delivery Fees Around Domestic United Flights With a Instacart+ Trial<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Key terms<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Complimentary Instacart+ Membership for United Cardholders<\/span><\/h2>\n
United\u2120 Explorer Card and United\u2120 Business Card<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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