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United Airlines has partnered with Turo, the peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace, to allow MileagePlus members to earn miles for trips booked through Turo. This collaboration will allow MileagePlus members to earn 5 miles per dollar spent on their first Turo trip.
United Airlines and Turo Partnership
Turo is a peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace that connects car owners with people looking to rent vehicles. Think ‘AirBnB for cars.’ Unlike traditional rental companies, Turo offers various cars, including luxury vehicles, directly from local hosts, with delivery options to airports, neighbourhoods, and even doorsteps. Turo’s services span over 16,000 cities across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and France.
Through the partnership, United MileagePlus members can earn 5 miles per dollar spent on their first Turo trip and 1 mile per dollar spent on subsequent trips. Earning miles for using Turo is simple;
- Add your United MileagePlus number to your Turo account.
- Book trips through Turo to automatically earn miles on qualifying rentals.
Turo offers several unique features that set it apart from traditional car rental services:
- Diverse Vehicle Selection of various makes and models, including Luxury and Specialty Vehicles, Family-Friendly Options and Budget-Friendly Choices.
- Flexible Policies like Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the trip starts without incurring fees and the ability to add additional drivers without extra charges (only the primary driver can make this request).
- Renters can choose from three protection plans—Premier, Standard, or Minimum—offering varying levels of coverage.
- 24/7 Customer Support, round-the-clock assistance and roadside emergency support are available.
Important Note about renting with Turo: Unlike traditional car rental companies, Turo operates as a peer-to-peer car-sharing platform, which may affect insurance coverage – Many credit card companies do not offer damage or liability coverage for Turo bookings. Travelers should confirm their coverage options with their credit card issuer.
Turo highly recommends purchasing a protection plan during booking. Details about the available plans can be found here.
Takeaway
This partnership between United Airlines and Turo expands the earning potential for MileagePlus members while offering flexible, unique car-sharing solutions for travel needs. Travelers are encouraged to review Turo’s policies and protection plans carefully to ensure a smooth experience.
