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United Explorer

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Chase・Visa・No.037

If you fly United often (SFO/ORD/IAH hubs), the bag fees alone pay for the card in a year.

✓ Fees checked · 2026-10-16 · creditcards.chase.com
80,000 miles: 70,000 after $3,000 in 3 months, plus 10,000 for adding an authorized user

✓ Annual fee, APR and foreign-transaction fee checked on 2026-10-16 (source: creditcards.chase.com). Welcome offers, rewards and benefits change often; the issuer's site has the current terms.

Reward highlights

Who it's for

Best for regular United flyers based at a hub.

Good for

Key benefits

Rates & fees

APR and fees as published by the issuer. Variable APRs move with the prime rate, so check the issuer's site before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Does the United Explorer have an annual fee?

$0 the first year, then $150 a year.

Is it worth it if I fly United?

Yes, the free checked bag alone can offset the annual fee over a couple of trips a year.

Does it charge foreign transaction fees?

No foreign transaction fees.

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