Chase Ultimate Rewards: Top Airline Redemptions (2025)

Why Chase UR stays competitive

Chase Ultimate Rewards pairs strong earn rates with several high‑utility airline partners. With transfer options into Star Alliance and Oneworld programs, you can cover nearly any route with the right strategy.

Best Chase UR airline partners (2025)

United MileagePlus: No close‑in fees; excellent partner visibility; great for simple bookings.
Air Canada Aeroplan: 5k stopovers on one‑ways; creative routings; broad partner access.
British Airways Avios: Distance-based pricing and intra‑Europe sweet spots; connect to Iberia/Qatar.
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: Select partner bargains (watch chart changes and surcharges).
Singapore KrisFlyer: Access to specific partners and upgrade opportunities.

High‑value plays

Transatlantic on Aeroplan: Mix partners and add a 5k stopover for a creative itinerary.
Short‑haul Avios: Distance-based awards for cheap intra‑Europe or positioning hops.
United partner space: Easy visibility and no close‑in fees make quick bookings painless.

Transfer timing and promos

Chase runs occasional transfer bonuses to Avios or Virgin. Combine a bonus with a published award sale or partner promo for stacked value. As always, only transfer once seats are verified.

Step‑by‑step execution

Define trip parameters (route, date range, cabin, max connections).
Search partner sites (United, Aeroplan, BA, Virgin) to validate space.
Set alerts (route/date/cabin/stops) to catch rolling availability.
Compare cost (miles+fees) across partners; include surcharges.
Transfer UR and book immediately.