Transfer Chase UR to United MileagePlus
Move Ultimate Rewards to United MileagePlus at 1:1 — typically worth 1.5 cpp (20% uplift vs the Chase UR portal). Sweet spot: Saver awards.
Transfer math at a glance
25,000 Ultimate Rewards
$375
via United MileagePlus at 1.5 cpp
vs $313 in the Chase UR portal
50,000 Ultimate Rewards
$750
via United MileagePlus at 1.5 cpp
vs $625 in the Chase UR portal
100,000 Ultimate Rewards
$1,500
via United MileagePlus at 1.5 cpp
vs $1,250 in the Chase UR portal
Sweet spots for this transfer
United MileagePlus runs dynamic pricing domestically but still offers Saver awards with fixed pricing. It's one of the few US carriers with strong Star Alliance partner availability bookable at reasonable rates.
- 1Star Alliance business class — 77K one-way to Europe via partners
- 2Excursionist Perk: a free one-way leg on multi-segment awards
- 3Hawaii from the West Coast at 20K one-way Saver
Example redemptions — Chase UR → United MileagePlus
| Redemption | Chase UR needed | Cash value | cpp |
|---|---|---|---|
Domestic one-way economy Saver LAX → JFK mid-week | 12,500 | $250 | 2.0 cpp |
Transatlantic partner business SFO → ZRH on SWISS | 77,000 | $3,500 | 4.5 cpp |
Transpacific partner business ORD → NRT on ANA | 88,000 | $4,500 | 5.1 cpp |
Booking tips
- 1Search Saver space with award.united.com — exclude dynamic awards from view.
- 2Use aeroplan.com or ANA tools to confirm partner Saver availability before transferring.
- 3United has no fuel surcharges on partner awards, unlike British Airways.
Cards that earn Ultimate Rewards
Other ways to earn United MileagePlus points
United MileagePlus also accepts transfers from 1 other transferable-points program. Compare ratios and use whichever balance you have available.
Frequently asked questions
What is the transfer ratio from Chase UR to United MileagePlus?⌄
Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers to United MileagePlus at a 1:1 ratio. 50,000 Ultimate Rewards become 50,000 United MileagePlus points/miles.
What is the transfer typically worth?⌄
United MileagePlus points redeem at approximately 1.5 cents per point when used for airline awards. That makes a 50,000-point transfer worth about $750 in travel value — an 20% uplift over the Chase UR portal (1.25 cpp).
How long does the Chase UR to United MileagePlus transfer take?⌄
Most transfers from Chase UR to United MileagePlus post within minutes to 24 hours. Confirm partner availability first — transfers are not reversible, so lock in the award before moving points.
Which credit cards earn Ultimate Rewards?⌄
The Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase Freedom Unlimited and 2 more all earn Ultimate Rewards that transfer to United MileagePlus.
What is the sweet spot for Chase UR → United MileagePlus?⌄
The most cited sweet spot is Saver awards. Star Alliance business class — 77K one-way to Europe via partners
Is it better to transfer or use the Chase UR portal?⌄
Transferring to United MileagePlus at 1.5 cpp beats the Chase UR portal rate of 1.25 cpp when you find saver or award availability. For everyday redemptions (especially partner awards with good space), transfer is the higher-value path.
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