United credit card perks that apply to non-companions?
I'm planning to get both a United personal and business card, leaning Explorer and Business, mainly for SUBs. I only fly United about two times per year, so wouldn't have much use for Club.
I want to share the card perks with relatives, they don't have any United cards. I don't fly with them. I can make them an AU if that helps. Please check my understanding:
Perks that apply to non-companions:
- 10% discount when booking United flights with miles
- 2-5 miles (depending on card) per $1 on United flights
- One-time club passes (must be AU or companion)
- Random credits like Global Entry, United TravelBank, Instacart, etc.
Perks that don't apply to non-companions:
- 6 miles per $1 on United flights (primary cardholder's flight only) (MileagePlus member perk, not card perk)
- Economy Plus upgrades (primary cardholder only)
- Free checked bags
- Club cards: Club membership only applies to primary cardholder
Anything I'm missing?
Posted Apr 5, 2026, 10:21 AM UTC
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