: Purchased miles count as "award miles." They do not count towards Premier elite status or lifetime flight miles.

While usually expensive, purchasing miles online can save you money in two specific scenarios:

: Transactions must be for a minimum of 2,000 miles .

To safely buy miles, always go directly through official channels: Buy or Transfer MileagePlus Miles

: If you need a few thousand miles to secure a premium cabin or last-minute flight, buying the small difference is worth it.

: All transactions are final and completely non-refundable . 👍 When It Makes Sense to Buy Miles

: You can purchase or receive up to 200,000 miles per calendar year.