United MileagePlus: Economy to London for 40,000 Miles (May 2026)

United is offering economy award seats from Los Angeles to London for 40,000 miles plus just $6 in taxes, which is about a third less than the typical 60,000-mile rate for this route.

This is a solid opportunity for families planning a summer trip to the UK. At 40,000 miles per person, a family of four could fly to London for 160,000 miles total, saving 80,000 miles compared to the usual pricing. The $6 tax figure is also notable since transatlantic awards often carry much higher fees.

Economy awards on this route typically price at around 60,000 miles through United MileagePlus, so this represents roughly 33% savings. Availability appears strong for May 24, 2026, with plenty of seats showing in searches.

United MileagePlus miles can be earned through Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers, United credit cards, or partner airlines. If you're short on miles, Chase points transfer instantly to United at a 1:1 ratio.

One practical tip: if you're booking for a group, search for one passenger first to confirm availability, then call United or book online in separate transactions if needed. Award space can disappear quickly once the booking process starts with multiple travelers.

How to book

Search and book directly at united.com/en/us/book-flight/united-awards/search