1K


When you earn 100,000 elite status miles (EQM) or 120 elite status segments (EQS) between Jan 1, 2011, and Dec 31, 2011, you attain 1K® status in the United MileagePlus® program. Paid, qualifying flight miles earned on most published fares on Star Alliance® member flights also count toward elite status.

Starting Jan 1, 2012, when you earn 100,000 Premier qualifying miles (PQM) or 120 Premier qualifying segments (PQS) in a calendar year, you could be eligible for Premier 1K® status in United MileagePlus®. > Learn more
1K status entitles you to an enhanced level of service and a number of exclusive rewards, including mileage bonuses and Star Alliance Gold benefits.
1K members enjoy Unlimited Domestic Upgrades as well as the ability to earn Regional and Systemwide Upgrades.
1K members enjoy priority check-in, boarding, and seating privileges. These benefits will soon be part of Premier Access, the new name for our priority airport services available when you fly United or Continental.
Experience the 1K only site by logging in to your My mileage summary page and selecting the 1K banner