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United and Spotify Team Up: Playlists, Podcasts, and Audiobooks Onboard

United Airlines just added another perk for frequent flyers: a new in-flight entertainment partnership with Spotify. Starting today, you can access over 450 hours of curated music playlists, video podcasts, and audiobooks right from the seat-back screen, no Spotify account required.
June 8, 2025 · by Germán

United and JetBlue Launch Blue Sky Partnership: What Frequent Flyers Need to Know

United Airlines and JetBlue just unveiled their Blue Sky partnership, a reciprocal loyalty deal that will let you earn and spend miles across both carriers, and open up elite perks in the future. Subject to regulatory approval, the collaboration is set to roll out this fall and could reshape how you use your award miles on domestic and international routes.
May 29, 2025 · by Germán

Major United MileagePlus Devaluation Ahead: What You Need to Know

United Airlines just announced three major updates to its MileagePlus program that will hit members later this year. While none are a total game-changer on their own, together they represent a clear devaluation—especially if you use United miles for multi-city itineraries or paid‐fare upgrades.
May 23, 2025 · by Germán

United Announces Polaris Studio Suites and Elevated Cabin Interiors (787s)

United Airlines just raised the stakes in the premium travel game. With the announcement of its new Polaris Studio suites and Elevated cabin interiors on upcoming Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, the airline is making a bold statement: international business class can be both luxurious and forward-thinking.
May 13, 2025 · by Germán

United Launches Flash Sale on Award Flights to Latin America From Just 9,000 Miles

United Airlines has launched an exciting limited-time offer for MileagePlus cardholders: discounted award travel to 20 destinations across Latin America, including Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Panama, Ecuador, and more — with award tickets starting at just 9,000 miles one-way.
April 7, 2025 · by Germán

United Adds Nonstop Flights to Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Adelaide, and Manila (Awards Available)

United Airlines is once again strengthening its position as the leading U.S. carrier across the Pacific with a major route expansion, adding four new routes to Asia and Australia. Beginning this fall, travelers will gain access to Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Adelaide, and a second daily flight to Manila, all part of United’s ongoing strategy to offer the most extensive international network of any U.S. airline.
April 2, 2025 · by Germán

United Airlines New Status Match Challenge (2025)

United Airlines is offering a shortcut to elite status with their 2025 MileagePlus Premier Status Match Challenge! If you’ve already earned status with another airline, you can match it to United’s program and enjoy Premier Silver, Gold, or even Platinum benefits for 120 days. Even better, you can keep that status for the rest of 2025 (and beyond) by meeting simple requirements. Here are all the details.
January 25, 2025 · by Germán

United MileagePlus Changes in 2025: Higher Spend Required, but More Flexible Ways to Earn and Use Status

United Airlines has announced a series of updates to its MileagePlus program for 2025, including higher spend requirements for Premier status, some additional flexibility with PlusPoints, and improved earning potential with United Chase credit cards. Here’s a quick rundown on what’s changing:
October 30, 2024 · by Germán

United Airlines and its Largest International Expansion for Summer 2025

United Airlines is preparing for its most extensive international expansion to date, with service to eight new cities as part of its summer 2025 schedule. This ambitious plan wants to strengthen United’s position as the leading U.S. airline for international travel, with more unique destinations than any other carrier. Starting in May 2025, travelers can look forward to the following new routes.
October 21, 2024 · by Germán

How To Find United MileagePlus Saver Award Flights in 2026

If you’re a MileagePlus member looking to make the most of your United miles, you’re in the right place. The MileagePlus program has undergone massive changes heading into 2026: overhauled earning multipliers, new cardmember award discounts, the launch of Polaris Studio suites, an expanded JetBlue partnership, and ITA Airways joining Star Alliance. Since United uses dynamic pricing, finding the best value “Saver Awards” remains a real challenge.
April 6, 2026 · by Germán

A Week of Discounted United MileagePlus Awards

This week, United Airlines is rolling out discounted awards with a different mystery destination each day. These deals offer significant savings, but they are available for one day only.
August 8, 2024 · by Germán

United Airlines Adds 100+ New Flights And Announces The Largest Summer Schedule in a Decade

United Airlines announced a significant expansion of its flight network across North America, adding over 100 daily departures during summer 2024, and targeting popular outdoor destinations. The move comes after noticing the rising interest in nature-centric travel post-pandemic.
January 29, 2024 · by Germán

United 767-400 Polaris Business Class From Washington To Sao Paulo (2023)

United recently finished their Polaris Business rollout to all planes in their fleet. It’s a new concept for their business class product spanning everything from lounges to cabins to food and drink. I recently tried it out on a flight from Washington to São Paulo.
November 17, 2023 · by Richard