Chase
United℠ Explorer Card
Locked to United MileagePlus
Annual fee
$95/yr
Welcome bonus
50,000 bonus miles after $3,000 in 3 months
Min spend
$3,000 in 3 months
Recommended credit
Good to Excellent (700+)
Rates and offer last verified June 5, 2026.
Earning rates
2x miles on United purchases, dining, and hotel stays
1x miles on all other purchases
25% back on United in-flight purchases
Features & benefits
First checked bag free on United flights (primary cardmember + 1 companion)
2 United Club one-time passes each year
Priority boarding on United flights
Up to $100 Global Entry or TSA PreCheck fee credit
No foreign transaction fees
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