Where to credit United Airlines flights
United Airlines flights can earn miles in 21 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In business class, Air China PhoenixMiles earns the most, up to 321.87% of the distance flown in class C. In premium economy, Air China PhoenixMiles earns the most, up to 177.03% of the distance flown in class O. The cheapest economy classes, like G, earn at most 50%. United MileagePlus earns 3 miles per US dollar on tickets United Airlines issues, so on expensive tickets it can beat every partner.
Programs that earn
21
Booking classes
25
Best economy rate
177.03% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program earns
3 miles per US dollar
United MileagePlus
United Airlines business class: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | United MileagePlus |
|---|---|---|---|
| C base, standard, flexible | 321.87% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 200% · Miles&More 200% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% | 0 Miles/USD |
| D base, standard, flexible | 321.87% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 200% · Miles&More 200% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% | 0 Miles/USD |
| I base, standard, flexible | No partner earning | — | — |
| J base, standard, flexible | 321.87% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 300% · Miles&More 200% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% | 0 Miles/USD |
| P base, standard, flexible | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% · United MileagePlus 150% · Eva Air Infinity MileageLands 125% | 0 Miles/USD |
| Z base, standard, flexible | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% · Azul TodoAzul 150% · Miles&More 150% | 0 Miles/USD |
United Airlines economy: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | United MileagePlus |
|---|---|---|---|
| B basic, standard, flexible | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 150% · Miles&More 150% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 125% | 3 Miles/USD |
| E basic, standard, flexible | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 3 Miles/USD |
| F basic, standard, flexible | 100% Ethiopian ShebaMiles | — | — |
| G basic, standard, flexible | 50% Aegean Miles+Bonus, Air India Maharaja Club, Asiana Club +8 more | Air China PhoenixMiles 40.23% · ANA Mileage Club 30% · Aer Lingus AerClub 25% | 3 Miles/USD |
| H basic, standard, flexible | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 3 Miles/USD |
| K basic, standard, flexible | 50% Aegean Miles+Bonus, Air India Maharaja Club, Asiana Club +8 more | Air China PhoenixMiles 40.23% · ANA Mileage Club 30% · Aer Lingus AerClub 25% | 3 Miles/USD |
| L basic, standard, flexible | 75% Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% · Air India Maharaja Club 50% | 3 Miles/USD |
| M basic, standard, flexible | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 3 Miles/USD |
| N basic, standard, flexible | 50% Aegean Miles+Bonus, Air India Maharaja Club, Asiana Club +3 more | Aer Lingus AerClub 25% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 25% · Miles&More 25% | 0 Miles/USD |
| Q | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Air India Maharaja Club 75% | 3 Miles/USD |
| S basic, standard, flexible | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 75% · Egyptair Plus 75% · Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles 75% | 3 Miles/USD |
| T basic, standard, flexible | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 75% · Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles 75% · Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% | 3 Miles/USD |
| U basic, standard, flexible | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 3 Miles/USD |
| V basic, standard, flexible | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 75% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Air India Maharaja Club 75% | 3 Miles/USD |
| W basic, standard, flexible | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Air India Maharaja Club 75% · Asiana Club 75% | 3 Miles/USD |
| Y basic, standard, flexible | 177.03% Air China PhoenixMiles | Azul TodoAzul 150% · Miles&More 150% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 125% | 3 Miles/USD |
Programs you can credit United Airlines flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- ANA Mileage Club
- Aegean Miles+Bonus
- Aer Lingus AerClub
- Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
- Air China PhoenixMiles
- Air India Maharaja Club
- Asiana Club
- Avianca LifeMiles
- Azul TodoAzul
- Copa Airlines ConnectMiles
- Egyptair Plus
- Emirates Skywards
- Ethiopian ShebaMiles
- Eva Air Infinity MileageLands
- JetBlue TrueBlue
- Miles&More
- Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- TAP Miles&Go
- Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
- United MileagePlus
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit United Airlines flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across United Airlines' 25 booking classes, Air China PhoenixMiles, Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles and Aegean Miles+Bonus most often pay the most. United MileagePlus earns by price instead (3 miles per US dollar for members without status), so it wins on expensive tickets. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do United Airlines economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, United Airlines economy earns from 50% (class G) up to 177.03% (class Y) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does United Airlines business class earn?
Up to 321.87% of the distance flown, in Air China PhoenixMiles on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit United Airlines flights to Air China PhoenixMiles?
Yes. Air China PhoenixMiles earns on 22 booking classes on United Airlines. For example, class C earns 321.87%, class D earns 321.87%, class J earns 321.87% and class P earns 241.4% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
Does United Airlines earn miles by distance or by ticket price?
Both, depending on where you credit. United MileagePlus earns by price on tickets United Airlines issues (3 miles per US dollar for members without status, more with elite status). Partner programs earn a percentage of the distance flown, set by the booking class.
Where to credit other Star Alliance airlines
Earning charts from wheretocredit.com, updated October 31, 2026. Programs change their partner charts without much notice, so confirm on the program's own earning page before you rely on a rate.