United PlusPoints are upgrade credits awarded to Premier Platinum and Premier 1K® members of United Airlines’ MileagePlus® program. Unlike traditional miles that can be redeemed for flights, PlusPoints are specifically used to upgrade seats — from economy to premium cabins or even Polaris® business class.
The amount needed varies depending on route, class, and fare type. For instance, a long-haul upgrade from Premium Plus to Polaris might cost 30 PlusPoints. But while they’re designed to be flexible, in reality, they’ve become harder to use than ever before.
In 2019, United launched PlusPoints as a replacement for its outdated Regional and Global Premier Upgrades. The system was praised for its flexibility:
These points could be used on United and select Star Alliance flights. Some routes even allowed you to “skip the waitlist” for a higher cost. The system seemed elite-friendly — until the rules started changing.
In 2025, United rolled out several changes to the PlusPoints system, promoting them as improvements. Highlights included:
The backlash has been widespread. Many loyal elites report:
Forums like Reddit and FlyerTalk are filled with disappointed travelers. What was once a premium perk now feels like a game of chance.
Given the difficulty of using PlusPoints and the risk of expiration, selling your United PlusPoints has become a smart alternative.
While United’s T&Cs prohibit direct sale or transfer, travelers can still sponsor upgrades for others — which is fully allowed within their rules. That’s where The Miles Market comes in.
If you’re not flying premium routes or don’t want to waste time tracking upgrade space, selling your PlusPoints gives you immediate value.
The Miles Market is the most trusted platform for turning airline miles and upgrade credits into real cash. We’ve helped over 40,000 customers since 2013.
You keep full control over your account and decide when to apply the upgrade. We handle everything else.
Your PlusPoints are yours — use them or cash them out.
With United’s system more restrictive than ever, now is the best time to sell.
👉 Get your free quote now — fast, safe, no obligation.
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United PlusPoints are upgrade credits awarded to Premier Platinum and Premier 1K® members of United Airlines’ MileagePlus® program. Unlike traditional miles that can be redeemed for flights, PlusPoints are specifically used to upgrade seats — from economy to premium cabins or even Polaris® business class.
The amount needed varies depending on route, class, and fare type. For instance, a long-haul upgrade from Premium Plus to Polaris might cost 30 PlusPoints. But while they’re designed to be flexible, in reality, they’ve become harder to use than ever before.
In 2019, United launched PlusPoints as a replacement for its outdated Regional and Global Premier Upgrades. The system was praised for its flexibility:
These points could be used on United and select Star Alliance flights. Some routes even allowed you to “skip the waitlist” for a higher cost. The system seemed elite-friendly — until the rules started changing.
In 2025, United rolled out several changes to the PlusPoints system, promoting them as improvements. Highlights included:
The backlash has been widespread. Many loyal elites report:
Forums like Reddit and FlyerTalk are filled with disappointed travelers. What was once a premium perk now feels like a game of chance.
Given the difficulty of using PlusPoints and the risk of expiration, selling your United PlusPoints has become a smart alternative.
While United’s T&Cs prohibit direct sale or transfer, travelers can still sponsor upgrades for others — which is fully allowed within their rules. That’s where The Miles Market comes in.
If you’re not flying premium routes or don’t want to waste time tracking upgrade space, selling your PlusPoints gives you immediate value.
The Miles Market is the most trusted platform for turning airline miles and upgrade credits into real cash. We’ve helped over 40,000 customers since 2013.
You keep full control over your account and decide when to apply the upgrade. We handle everything else.
Your PlusPoints are yours — use them or cash them out.
With United’s system more restrictive than ever, now is the best time to sell.
👉 Get your free quote now — fast, safe, no obligation.
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