How to use the United Explorer Card First checked bag
ValueIncluded
ResetsAlways on
Next resetNever
What it is
The primary card member and one companion on the same reservation each get a first standard checked bag free on United-operated flights. Include the MileagePlus number. The ticket must be purchased with the card, except for flights within 90 days of account opening.
Summarized from Chase’s published terms, checked September 28, 2026. Terms change — confirm details with Chase before you rely on them.
When it resets
Always available while you hold the card. Nothing to reset.
How not to lose it
- Pay with the United Explorer Card. The credit only follows purchases charged to the card that carries it.
Other United Explorer Card credits
- United Hotels creditUp to $100 / anniversary year
- Rideshare creditUp to $5 / month
- Avis and Budget travel creditUp to $50 / anniversary year
- JSX flight creditUp to $100 / anniversary year
- United TravelBank credit$100 after $10,000 spend
- Instacart creditUp to $10 / month