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Heads up, United flyers! If you're eyeing a sweet award flight but your MileagePlus account is looking a little bare, United's offering a limited-time sale on buying miles. Until November 25, 2025, you could snag a bonus of up to 100% when you purchase miles, potentially dropping the price to just 1.88 cents per mile.
Now, should you jump on this? That depends! Generally, buying miles isn't the best deal unless you have a specific redemption in mind and this sale brings the cost down enough to make it worthwhile. Think of it like this: if you're just a few thousand miles short of that dream trip to Hawaii, and buying those miles at this price gets you there, then it could be a smart move.
Before you buy, always do the math. Check how much the award flight would cost in cash versus the cost of buying the miles needed. Factor in any taxes or fees you'd have to pay on the award ticket too. If the numbers add up in your favor, this could be a great way to make that trip a reality!
Why This Matters for Your Strategy
News in the points-and-miles world moves fast, and promotional changes often have a short window. If this announcement affects a card or program you hold, log into your awardtrail dashboard to check your current benefit usage, bonus progress, and whether a transfer or redemption makes sense right now — before terms change.
As a general rule: transfer points only when you have a specific redemption in mind — transfers are almost always one-way and non-reversible. If you're unsure of the value, check our redemption guides before acting.
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