How to check United Explorer Card reward points?

You can check your United Explorer Card points via the United App / Chase App. Open the United app and log in to see your MileagePlus balance Or open the Chase app and view earning activity on your United card MileagePlus balance is shown in your United account

Credit CardsLast verified: 24-Mar-2026

United Explorer Card Reward Points: Value, Check & Redeem Guide (2026)

Q: What is the value of United Explorer Card reward points?

~1.2¢ per mile (variable). United miles have variable value — typically 1-1.5 cents per mile. Best value on domestic economy and partner flights booked through United. Annual fee $95. Visa Signature benefits.

Q: When do United Explorer Card reward points expire?

No expiry. United MileagePlus miles do not expire. No activity requirement (policy changed in 2019).

Point Value

~1.2¢ per mile (variable)

Expiry

No expiry

Redemption Options

Last Updated

24-Mar-2026

United MileagePlus Value in 2026

United miles have variable value — typically 1-1.5 cents per mile. Best value on domestic economy and partner flights booked through United. Annual fee $95. Visa Signature benefits.

How to Check Your United MileagePlus Balance

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United App / Chase App

1Open the United app and log in to see your MileagePlus balance
2Or open the Chase app and view earning activity on your United card
3MileagePlus balance is shown in your United account

Open →

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United.com

1Log in to united.com with your MileagePlus account
2View your miles balance in your account dashboard

Open →

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Customer Care

1Call United MileagePlus customer service
2Provide your MileagePlus number
3Ask for your miles balance

Number: 1-800-864-8331

How to Redeem United MileagePlus

United & Partner Flights

Best Value

Book award flights on United or Star Alliance partners through united.com

Value: 1 - 1.5 cents (variable)/point

Upgrade Awards

Best Value

Use miles to upgrade cabin class on United flights

Value: Variable/point

Merchandise & Gift Cards

Redeem through MileagePlus marketplace

Value: 0.5 - 0.8 cents/point

Best Redemption Strategy

Book United or Star Alliance partner flights on united.com. Use Excursionist Perk for a free one-way on multi-city itineraries. Avoid merchandise redemptions.

Open Redemption Portal →

Expiry Policy

United MileagePlus miles do not expire. No activity requirement (policy changed in 2019).

Exclusions

×Dynamic pricing means mileage costs vary widely
×Partner awards may cost more than United metal flights
×Merchandise redemptions give poor value

Pro Tips

💡Earn 2X on United purchases
💡Earn 2X at restaurants and eligible delivery services
💡Earn 2X on hotel stays
💡Earn 1X on all other purchases
💡First checked bag free on United flights (saves $35-70 per round trip)
💡Priority boarding on United flights
💡Two United Club one-time passes per year
💡25% back as a statement credit on United in-flight purchases
💡No foreign transaction fees
💡Expanded award availability — access to more saver-level award seats

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Information is for reference only. Point values and policies may change. Always verify with United Airlines official sources. Last updated: 24-Mar-2026.