United Airlines has discounted economy class awards by up to 50% for Cyber Monday.
Savings range from 20-50% based upon whether you hold a Chase co-branded United credit card and your MileagePlus elite status.
| Saver Award eligibility | Members | Premier Silver and Premier Gold | Premier Platinum and Premier 1K® |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chase cardholders | 45,000-60,000 award miles = up to 25% off | 39,000-60,000 award miles = up to 35% off | 30,000-60,000 award miles = up to 50% off |
| Non-cardholders | 48,000-60,000 award miles = up to 20% off | 42,000-60,000 award miles = up to 30% off | 36,000-60,000 award miles = up to 40% off |
Travel must occur between January 13, 2019, and March 28, 2019 and is only available on United-operated flights (not partners or codeshares). It also must be a on a round-trip or multi-city basis. Sadly, the discount only applies to economy class awards and not business/Polaris class. Furthermore, the discount is only valid on saver awards (not the pricier everyday awards).
United charges for awards on a one-way basis. The good news is that you can mix this sale with a different return or multi-city trip. For example, you can book a discounted economy class award in one direction and a business class ticket on the return.
Finally, note that if you have already issued an award within this date range and find your flight now on sale, you can request a refund in miles. But, the space must still be bookable (even though you already have it) and you will have to pay a change fee.
Book by 11:59PM CST on November 26, 2018 to take advantage of this promo. Fine print here.
CONCLUSION
Winter is a great time to go to Europe. Not as good as autumn, but I love the crisp days and low sun. And you’ll likely find a plane that isn’t full.
Will you take advantage of this sale?
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Fake news from United. I looked at 30 different days – no discounts at all. What an airline!
I saw many discounts. Were you checking within the sale dates on United metal while logged in?
What is United metal?
Meaning United operates the flight, not one of their codeshare partners.