The average United Explorer holder leaves $721/yr on the table
Based on typical usage rates across 13 benefits. Your number could be higher or lower.
Welcome Bonus
All Benefits (13)
Statement Credits
$10/mo Instacart credits
Enrollment required: Activate through Chase
$120 every 4 years for Global Entry/TSA PreCheck
25% back on United in-flight food, drinks, WiFi
Up to $5/mo back on rideshare purchases ($60/calendar year)
Enrollment required: Enroll through Chase; yearly opt-in required
Up to $100 back each anniversary year on flights booked directly with JSX
$50 back on each of your 1st and 2nd prepaid United Hotels stays ($100/anniversary year)
Insurance & Protection
Secondary domestic, primary international. Up to $60,000.
$1,500 per person, $6,000 per trip
$10,000 per item, 120 days
Travel Perks
First checked bag free for cardholder + 1 companion ($50/bag x 2 people x 2 flights)
Group 2 priority boarding on United flights
Two United Club one-time passes each anniversary year (over $100 value)
Account Perks
No foreign transaction fees
Earning Rates
| Category | Rate |
|---|---|
Dining | 2x |
Hotels | 2x |
All other purchases | 1x |
United purchases United tickets and eligible United purchases, made directly with United. Plus 6x member MileagePlus = 9x total on United flights. | 3x |
4 Hidden Benefits Most People Miss
- Global Entry / TSA PreCheck Credit: $30/yr
- Car Rental Loss & Damage Insurance: $100/yr
- Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance: $50/yr
- Purchase Protection: $75/yr
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