MileagePlus
United MileagePlus is consistently rated one of the better US carrier programs, with a broad earning ecosystem and access to the full Star Alliance network for partner redemptions. The program retains a saver award level and strong transfer partners, giving travelers meaningful control over redemption value.
MileagePlus Miles
Currency
4
Tiers
Earning & Redemption
Earning Rate
Revenue-based earning: 5 miles per USD on United flights; MileagePlus credit cards can earn 1–5x on everyday spend
Redemption Rate
Saver awards: North America economy from 12,500 miles; Business Class transatlantic from 70,000 miles; partner award availability varies widely
Membership Tiers
Silver
Entry PremierQualifying tier with upgrade priority and bonus mile earning
Gold
Complimentary Premier Upgrades, United Club passes, and expanded upgrade priority
Platinum
Unlimited upgrade requests on domestic routes, higher bonus earning, and 4 United Club passes
1K
Top tier with maximum upgrade priority, Global Premier Upgrades, and dedicated 1K phone line
Scores
Earning8/10
Redemption7/10
Overall8/10