The Thrifty Traveler Podcast · Thursday, October 29, 2026
Kyle Potter noted that United Airlines announced travelers must spend $32,000 with the airline to achieve its highest 1K status tier, which is $4,000 higher than the top status requirements of both Delta and American Airlines.
“United Airlines announced last week that you will have to spend $32,000 with the airline to earn its highest 1K status tier, a full $4,000 more than both Delta and American. For the lowest level of status, Delta will have the lowest spending requirement of just $5,000 compared to United's $6,000 and American's $8,000.”