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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 11:32 pm
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Originally Posted by abcx
Interesting, I didn't know that. But the net effect is that if you're a coach traveler, you are better off with a no-fee card than spending $15k with UA.
Except for things like E+ access (including your entire PNR), better bag allowance, earlier boarding, international lounge access, PlusPoints, CPU, .....

Might be worth getting a cheap UA MP Chase (also provide a 25% discount for wifi, food, ....) and a couple lounge passes, bunch of miles at sign up (miles can offset the annual fee for 3-5 years), Global Entry / TSA PreCheck, ... many reasons for an elite to have a MP Chase card
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