Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs Analyst
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It usually takes up to 48 hours for United miles to post to your account. For flights with other airlines or miles earned through partners, the timing can vary and may take up to 8 weeks in some cases.
How Long It Takes for United Miles to Post
- United and United Express Flights: Up to 48 hours after travel.
- Star Alliance Member Airlines: Up to 7 days after travel.
- Virgin Australia Flights: Up to 14 days.
- Non-Airline Partners: Up to 8 weeks.
- Purchased Miles: Within 24 hours of the completed transaction.
- Miles Transferred to Others: Within 24-48 hours of the completed transaction.
- Credit Cards: After each billing cycle ends. Initial bonuses usually post between 6 and 8 weeks.
If you don’t see your miles in your account within the expected timeframe, you can submit a missing miles request through United’s online form or customer service. This will help ensure that any missing miles are properly credited to your account.
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How much are 5,000 United miles worth?
5,000 United miles are worth an average of $60.5, according to WalletHub data. You will get the best value for your United MileagePlus miles when you redeem them for flights, but there are multiple redemption options.
How Much United Miles Are Worth
| Number of United Miles | Average Value |
| 5,000 | $60.5 |
| 15,000 | ... |
How many miles do you need for a free flight on United?
You need at least 5,700 to 120,000 miles for a free flight on United, depending on the distance, which airport you fly into, and the dates of your trip. For example, you can redeem 15,000+ United miles for a free one-way award flight from Atlanta to Orlando.
How Many Miles You Need For a Free Flight on United
- Atlanta (ATL) to Orlando (MCO): 15,000+ miles
- Las Vegas (LAS) to Los Angeles (LAX):...
How long does it take for the frequent flyer miles to show up on my account?
Frequent flyer miles appear in your account 1 to 7 days after your flight, on average, depending on the airline rewards program. For miles earned from partner airlines, it usually takes more time, typically between 7 and 30 days.
How Long It Takes to Get Frequent Flyer Miles by Airline
| Airline | Details |
| Miles will be deposited to... |
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