What happened
United Airlines has extended its Buy Miles promotion through May 4, 2026, offering MileagePlus members up to 50% off the standard rate of 1.88 cents per mile. Key terms include a new cap of 50,000 miles per 90-day period (including bonus miles), down from previous limits, while the annual calendar year cap remains at 200,000 miles. The offer is valid from 8:00 a.m. CT on April 6, 2026, through :59 p.m. CT on May 4, 2026. Purchases are nonrefundable and do not count toward Premier status. Miles are credited upon transaction completion, though some may take up to 72 hours