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Old Apr 7, 2022 | 7:32 pm
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Welcome to FT!, nuprinn123

Originally Posted by nuprinn123
Hi folks - recently, I've been using points + cash to upgrade to polaris on international flights. Last year, I was seeing I think points (20K+ and up) + $300 for upgrades to Polaris from econ. I'm currently seeing $550 now (plus points). Is this what others are seeing? Also does this fee move around with time? I think sometimes the points part can move, (as well as the availability). Thanks!
Nothing has changed (except you are purchasing lower fare classes). It all depends on the route and purchased fare class. The rates for a particular route at a specific fare class has not changed. The miles and copay has been unchanged for years.

see https://www.united.com/en/us/upgrade-awards
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