How to convert Diners Club Points to United Airlines MileagePlus in Japan
Our guide on how to transfer Diners Club Points in to United Airlines MileagePlus. The conversion ratio for converting between these two systems is 1:0.03.
What are the steps to convert between these two programs?
You will have to do multiple conversions from different programs in order to get the best value for your points. Below we'll guide you on the most optimal conversion path!
Step 1: Diners Club Points to Rakuten Points
First, you'll have to transfer your points to Rakuten Points at a ratio of 4,000:1,000. Once your points are in your Rakuten Points account, you can move forward to the next step.
If you don't already have an account with Rakuten Points you can make a new one at Rakuten Points's official website. Ensure that the name on your accounts match as this will ensure the transfer goes through smoothly.
Convert now →Step 2: Rakuten Points to Marriott Bonvoy
Next, you'll need to convert your points to Marriott Bonvoy at a ratio of 3:1.
The same as previous steps, if you don't already have an account with Marriott Bonvoy, you'll need to make a new one on their official site.
Convert now →Step 3: Marriott Bonvoy to United Airlines MileagePlus
Next, you'll need to convert your points to United Airlines MileagePlus at a ratio of 30:11.
The same as previous steps, if you don't already have an account with United Airlines MileagePlus, you'll need to make a new one on their official site.
Convert now →Is transferring between Diners Club Points and United Airlines MileagePlus a good deal?
How much is Diners Club Points worth?
We estimate that the value of 1 Diners Club Points is roughly 0.50 JPY.
How much is United Airlines MileagePlus worth?
We estimate that the value of 1 United Airlines MileagePlus is roughly 1.40 JPY.
Our verdict: This is likely a bad conversion ratio.
We don't recommend transferring between these programs since you would be losing a lot of value by doing so - 1 Diners Club Points is generally worth more than 0.03 United Airlines MileagePlus. With that being said, if you find a specific redemption that would make this worth it for you, it should still be considered!
Are there any transfer bonuses to United Airlines MileagePlus right now?
We have found the following promotions which can increase the amount of points you receive on transfer.
Potential bonuses
- For every 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy you convert, you'll receive a bonus 10,000 United Airlines MileagePlus.
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