United Cuts Miles It Will Grant Frequent Flyers On Short Flights

Beginning July 1, passengers who are members of United Airlines’ frequent flyer program will earn actual miles on flights of less than 500 miles. Until then, the current (and traditional) policy of awarding a minimum of 500 miles on ALL flights will apply. The airline’s announcement on the subject said the change was to “align [award travel] with actual miles flown.” Translation: "We’re saving on the number of miles we’re granting you guys flying short hops."