PQP or PQF purchased through Premier Accelerator will credit to your MileagePlus account within 24 hours of purchase. Premier Accelerator is only available until you board your return flight and cannot be purchased after that point.

Yes, it is possible to "buy" Premier Qualifying Points (PQP) on United Airlines, but usually through indirect methods rather than a straightforward "cash-for-points" store. The most common way to acquire PQP without flying is by using a co-branded United Chase Credit Card, such as the Quest or Club Infinite, which allows you to earn 25 PQP for every $500 spent on the card (up to a specific annual cap). During the final months of the year, United often launches "Premier Accelerator" offers; when you purchase a MileagePlus award mile boost for an existing flight, you are frequently given the option to add on PQP for an additional fee. Furthermore, in early 2026, United has continued the practice of offering "buy-up" packages for customers who are just short of their next elite status tier (Silver, Gold, or Platinum). While expensive, these buy-ups are a legal and direct way to secure status if your flight activity didn't meet the requirements. It is important to note that PQP earned via "accelerators" or buy-ups does not count toward "Premier Qualifying Flights" (PQF), so you must still meet the minimum segment requirement.