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Does United Airlines (ticket)
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Codes as expected
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MCC Code
3020
Category
United Airlines
Reward Category
Travel
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Amex Platinum
5x MR on flights booked direct
5x MR
Chase Freedom Unlimited
5% back on travel via Chase
5% back
Capital One Venture X
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Capital One Venture
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back

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What MCC code does United Airlines (ticket) use?
United Airlines (ticket) uses MCC 3020 — United Airlines. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to United Airlines (ticket) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does United Airlines (ticket) count as united airlines for credit card rewards?
Yes — United Airlines (ticket) codes as United Airlines (MCC 3020), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a united airlines category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at United Airlines (ticket)?
The best card depends on how United Airlines (ticket) codes. Since it uses MCC 3020 (United Airlines), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.