Originally Posted by karung99
I called CS and was told it need 5 500 miles certificates for upgrade SFO to HNL, and my wife only have 4 certificates and will expired next March. I can't tranfer 1 extra to her

I just want to hear what are my choices
I don't know whether it is worth it for you to do, but there is the option of paying UA $200 for 4 500-mile certs.