Transferring United MileagePlus miles to Marriott Bonvoy points is a great way to add to your points balance for a hotel stay. However, this option is only available to United MileagePlus Premier members. If you don't have this status, you won't be able to make the transfer.
Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility and Understand the Value
Before you do anything else, you need to make sure you're eligible. As mentioned, this benefit is exclusively for United MileagePlus Premier members. This includes those with Premier Silver, Premier Gold, Premier Platinum, or Premier 1K status. If you don't have one of these statuses, the transfer option won't be available to you.
Once you know you're eligible, it's essential to understand the conversion rate. The transfer ratio is 1 United mile to 1 Marriott Bonvoy point. This is a very straightforward 1:1 ratio, but it's important to consider if this is the best use of your miles. Many people find more value in redeeming their United miles for flights, so weigh your options carefully!
Step 2: Access the Transfer Page
To begin the process, you'll need to go to the dedicated RewardsPlus page on the Marriott Bonvoy website. This is the official partnership portal between the two loyalty programs.
First, visit the Marriott Bonvoy website.
Navigate to the "Travel Partners" section, which you can usually find under the "Earn" or "Use Points" menus.
Look for the United Airlines partner page. This is where you'll find the specific details and links for the RewardsPlus program.
Step 3: Link Your Accounts (If You Haven't Already)
If you haven't done so already, you may need to link your United MileagePlus and Marriott Bonvoy accounts. The RewardsPlus partnership is what makes this transfer possible, and linking your accounts is a key part of that.
On the United Airlines partner page on the Marriott website, you should see a prompt to link your accounts.
You will be asked to sign in to both your United MileagePlus account and your Marriott Bonvoy account to verify your information.
Ensure the names on both accounts match exactly to avoid any issues.
Step 4: Initiate the Transfer
After your accounts are linked and your eligibility is confirmed, you can proceed with the transfer.
You'll find a section on the partnership page specifically for converting miles to points.
The transfer is made from the Marriott Bonvoy website, not the United Airlines website.
You will be asked to enter the number of United miles you wish to convert.
Keep in mind that there is a maximum transfer limit. United MileagePlus Premier members can convert a maximum of 200,000 miles per calendar year.
The minimum transfer amount is 500 miles.
Read and accept the terms and conditions before submitting your request.
Step 5: Await Confirmation
Once you've submitted your request, the transfer isn't always instant. It can take some time for the miles to show up as points in your Marriott Bonvoy account.
You will typically receive an email confirmation once the transfer is complete.
The transfer processing time can vary, so be patient. If you're planning a trip and need the points for a specific booking, it's best to initiate the transfer well in advance.
10 FAQ Questions about Transferring United Miles to Marriott Points
How to start the transfer of United miles to Marriott Bonvoy points?
You must be a United MileagePlus Premier member and initiate the transfer on the Marriott Bonvoy website's dedicated United Airlines partner page.
How to link my United and Marriott accounts for the transfer?
You can link your accounts through the RewardsPlus program page on the Marriott website by signing in to both of your loyalty accounts.
How to know if I am eligible to transfer miles to points?
Eligibility is limited to United MileagePlus Premier members, including those with Premier Silver, Gold, Platinum, or 1K status.
How to find the conversion rate for United miles to Marriott points?
The conversion rate is a fixed 1:1 ratio, meaning one United mile equals one Marriott Bonvoy point.
How to transfer United miles if I'm not a Premier member?
Unfortunately, this specific transfer is not available to general MileagePlus members. You must have Premier status to be eligible.
How to check the maximum number of miles I can transfer?
You can transfer a maximum of 200,000 United miles to Marriott Bonvoy points per member, per calendar year.
How to know the minimum amount of miles I can transfer?
The minimum transfer amount is 500 United miles per transaction.
How to see my converted miles in my Marriott account?
The miles will be converted to points and should appear in your Marriott Bonvoy account balance after the processing period, which is not always instantaneous.
How to get a status match to be eligible for the transfer?
You may be able to get a status match with the RewardsPlus program if you have elite status in one program (e.g., Marriott Titanium Elite) to get a reciprocal status in the other (e.g., United Premier Silver).
How to use my newly transferred points?
You can redeem your Marriott Bonvoy points for free hotel stays, upgrades, and other rewards available through the Marriott Bonvoy program.
