Adam McCann, Financial Writer
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26,000 United miles are worth an average of $304.2, 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 |
| 26,000 | $304.2 |
| 36,000 | $421.2 |
| 46,000 | $538.2 |
| 56,000 | $655.2 |
| 66,000 | $772.2 |
| 76,000 | $889.2 |
You can use WalletHub’s United Miles Value Calculator to quickly see how much your MileagePlus miles are worth when redeemed for flights. In addition to United Airlines flights, you can redeem United miles for things like airplane seat upgrades, car rentals, hotel stays, cruises, unique travel experiences, gift cards, merchandise, airport lounge access and charitable donations. You can see the number of miles required for these specific redemption options on any given day by logging into your United MileagePlus account.
Keep in mind that United Airlines has the ability to change the value of your United miles at any time. To minimize the risk of having a large number of miles devalued, you should aim to redeem them often.
Finally, you can maximize the number of miles you earn by getting the right card. You can compare United credit cards right here on WalletHub.
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How much are United miles worth?
United miles are worth 1.17 cents per mile, on average, when redeemed for United flights, so 10,000 MileagePlus miles equal about $117 in airfare. United miles can also be redeemed for hotel stays, car rentals and gift cards, but they generally provide the greatest value when used for award flights.
You can use WalletHub’s United Miles Value Calculator to quickly determine the cash value of any number of United miles. One of the most effective ways to increase the rate...
read full answer by Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs AnalystHow many United miles equal $100?
To cover a $100 United flight, you would need around 8,547 miles, based on WalletHub's estimate that 1 United mile is worth approximately 1.17 cents when redeemed for flights. Keep in mind that the exact number of miles needed may vary slightly due to taxes and fees.
United Miles Required by Flight Value
| Flight Cost ($) | Miles Needed |
| $100 | 8,547 miles ... |
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):...
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