Apparently there is now a cost to transfer miles between family members. Does anyone know when this went into effect or has it always been in effect? Are there any ways to get around this?
AA miles
#of miles cost*
1,000-5,000 $50.00
5,001-10,000 $100.00
10,001-15,000 $150.00
*Prices listed above are in U.S. dollars and do not include $30 per transaction processing fee
United
Mileage Plus Transfer Miles cost $0.015 per mile (includes applicable taxes) plus a $35.00 transaction fee.