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A promotional window is opening for MileagePlus members planning to rent a vehicle this autumn: bonus miles, substantial discounts, and status accrual are all on offer with both Avis and Budget.
Through October 31, 2026, MileagePlus members can earn up to 1,500 bonus miles, in addition to a discount of up to 35% off the rate, on every vehicle rental of 3 days or more with Avis or Budget.
Offer highlights:
- Up to 1,500 bonus miles for rentals of 3 days or more with Avis or Budget.
- Offer valid in multiple regions, including the United States, Canada, and Europe.
- Discounts of up to 35% on base rates, combinable with mileage earnings.
- Valid through October 31, 2026.
Earn miles on every rental
The process is simple and requires no flight ticket: anyone booking a vehicle for three or more consecutive days with Avis or Budget can earn a bonus of up to 1,500 United MileagePlus miles, provided the rental is completed by the end of October. The maximum bonus is the same for both brands, making it easy for time-pressed customers to compare options.
With the year-end travel season approaching, United Airlines is highlighting its partnership with Avis Budget Group.
Where does the offer apply?
Geographic coverage differs slightly between the two rental companies. For both car rental companies, the promotion covers the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Saint Martin. Budget covers a comparable area, with the addition of El Salvador and Colombia.
Miles can be earned in addition to the program’s standard, ongoing benefits:
This limited-time offer complements the mechanisms already in place year-round. Indeed, the mileage earning rate remains tied to the traveler’s status within the loyalty program:
|
Member profile |
Base miles per rental |
| Standard member |
500 miles |
|
Holder of a co-branded bank card |
750 miles |
| Premier Silver / Gold Status |
1000 miles |
|
Premier Platinum / 1K Status |
1250 miles |
Note: These various tiers cannot be combined; only the most advantageous one available to the traveler applies. However, they do stack with the temporary bonus from the current campaign, allowing top-tier members to comfortably exceed 2,000 miles for a single rental.
How to activate the discount and bonus
No separate registration is required. Simply provide your loyalty number when booking, either directly on the United car rental booking platform or by giving it to the agency when picking up the vehicle. Brand-specific discount codes are applied automatically once the traveler is logged into their account.
Please note: a surcharge of $0.75 per day may apply to certain rentals when the customer explicitly chooses to credit miles to their loyalty account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to fly with United to take advantage of the offer?
No, a flight is not required. You simply need to provide your loyalty program membership number when booking or picking up the vehicle.
Can I combine the discount AND the bonus miles?
Yes, the two benefits are independent and apply simultaneously.