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United Airlines Revamps MileagePlus: Upgrades and Pricing Change

12/8/2025

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United Airlines announced changes to its MileagePlus program for 2026, maintaining elite status requirements while altering upgrade processes.
Starting February 1, 2026, all Premier members can upgrade award tickets.
PlusPoints will transition to dynamic pricing in February 2027, making upgrade costs less predictable based on demand and route.
The elite status thresholds remain unchanged.
The value of PlusPoints may decrease, particularly during peak travel times.

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United Airlines announced changes to its MileagePlus program for 2026, maintaining elite status requirements while altering upgrade processes.
Starting February 1, 2026, all Premier members can upgrade award tickets.
PlusPoints will transition to dynamic pricing in February 2027, making upgrade costs less predictable based on demand and route.
The elite status thresholds remain unchanged.
The value of PlusPoints may decrease, particularly during peak travel times.