Core membership
Overview
Highlights
Core
Ideal for the more frequent private flier who wants a high-touch service including a dedicated Sales Executive, Account Manager, and 24/7 Member Services team, with the convenience and flexibility of having guaranteed availability with as little as 48 hours’ notice, and price protection through competitive capped hourly rates.
$17,500 initiation fee
(reduced to $9,995 with purchase of a Fund).12-month term
(up to 24 month term with the purchase of a Fund).4 authorized lead passengers
.No minimum use requirements
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Access
Use the Wheels Up App to search and book from over 1,500 private aircraft, manage your flights, access your account, and set alerts.
Dynamic pricing
with capped rate
protection
Benefit from lower flight costs when market pricing is down, as well as price protection in the East and West regions of the U.S. when pricing goes up.
Up to five aircraft
categories
Ultimate flexibility with access to up to five different aircraft categories.
Hot flights
Search or receive alerts to view and book from an inventory of one-way, empty-leg flights for as little as $320 for the entire plane.
Shared flights
Share flights with other members to split the cost of flying private to common destinations.
Account management
Enjoy a dedicated account manager, a single point of contact for all of your travel needs.
4 Lead passengers
Designate up to 3 additional family members as authorized lead passengers, who can book and fly without you having to be onboard.
Delta benefits
Our partnership with Delta provides cross platform benefits and the freedom to use funds on account for both private and commercial travel, plus access to Medallion® Status with Delta SkyMiles®.
Benefits beyond flight
Access to unparalleled benefits from preeminent brands across hospitality, lifestyle, travel, and more.
Ideal for the first-time or occasional flier who has the flexibility to book and fly dynamically priced flights, but does not require guaranteed aircraft availability.
$2,995 initiation fee
.12-month term
.2 authorized lead passengers
.No minimum use requirements
.- *Separate terms and conditions, and limitations, apply.
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Access
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Use the Wheels Up App to search dynamically priced flights and book from over 1,500 private aircraft, manage your flights, access your account, and set alerts.
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Hot flights
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Search or receive alerts to view and book from an inventory of
one-way, empty-leg flights for as little as $320 for the entire plane.
one-way, empty-leg flights for as little as $320 for the entire plane.
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Shared flights
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Share flights with other members to split the cost of flying private to common destinations.
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2 Lead passengers
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Designate 1 additional family member as an authorized lead passenger, who can book and fly without you having to be onboard.
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Delta benefits
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Our partnership with Delta gives you the ability to earn Delta SkyMiles® by joining Wheels Up as a Connect member and with your next annual Wheels Up Membership renewal and each one thereafter.
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UP Global Response*
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With a simple enrollment and an annual payment of $495, UP Global Response provides you and up to 11 family members with 12-months access to air medical transport from almost anywhere in the world to a hospital of your choice in the U.S. or Canada.
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Benefits beyond flight
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Access to unparalleled benefits from preeminent brands across hospitality, lifestyle, travel, and more.
NATIONWIDE ACCESS
Core membership service area
Core members can enjoy nationwide access with an array of aircraft options.
Capped hourly rates apply for flights within the East or West Service Regions and between the East and West Service Regions on a Light Jet, Midsize Jet, and Super-mid Jet.
The King Air 350i is offered in the East Service Region only. Large-cabin aircraft are as-available and dynamically priced.
All flights to, from, and within the Extended Service Area are as available and dynamically priced based on market demand.
Our fleet
Aircraft options for all your needs
King Air 350i
The perfect private plane for short-haul flights.
Light jet
The height of efficiency on short-to-mid-range flights.
Mid-size jet
The most popular private jets in the world to meet your travel needs.
Super-mid jet
The perfect option for faster non-stop flights to your destination.
Large Cabin jet
The ideal option for stand-up spaciousness on long-range flights
YOUR PORTAL TO POSSIBILITY
Seamless booking
The Wheels Up App and member site make it simple to search, book and manage travel anytime, anywhere.
Search
Use the Wheels Up App and member site to manage all aspects of your membership, including flight searches based on your specifications.
Book
Search and book the aircraft option that best meets your travel and financial requirements, and instantly pay to confirm.
Fly
Arrive at the airport of your choice only 20 minutes before your selected departure time, and land closer to your final destination.
Flight Deals
Fly private for less
Get even more value from your membership with opportunities to fly private at a fraction of the cost.
Hot flights
Receive alerts or search from a vast number of one-way, empty-leg flights that are posted daily to the Wheels Up App for as little as $320 for the entire aircraft.
Shared flights
Propose a Flight
When you don’t need to fill every seat on your plane and you want to reduce your flight cost, propose your flight on the Shared Flights Board for over 10,000 members to view and join only with your permission.
Join a Flight
When your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to cut your cost, search the currently available flights on the Shared Flights Board and contact the proposing member to organize a Shared Flight and discuss how to split the cost.
CHARTER SOLUTIONS
Charter anywhere in the world
Through our relationships with Air Partner and Tropic Ocean Airways we can offer you custom travel solutions anywhere in the world.
AIR PARTNER
Group Charter
For your group charter needs, Air Partner, a Wheels Up company, has expertise in custom aircraft solutions, no matter the size of the group or destination.
TROPIC OCEAN AIRWAYS
Seaplane Island Hopping
The most convenient way to island hop, Tropic Ocean Airways. Fly to remote destinations in the Caribbean and Northeast US with their fleet of Caravan seaplanes. Wheels Up members can book using any block funds on account, access Tropic Ocean Airways benefits, receive increased flexibility of up to 7 days in advance, and reward themselves with 15% discounted rates.
Delta Benefits
Elevate your commercial travel
Our partnership with Delta provides exclusive benefits including the ability to earn miles and receive complimentary Medallion® Status with Delta SkyMiles®.
Medallion® Status with Delta SkyMiles®
Delta SkyMiles®
Wheels Up Fund
The benefits offered by Delta to Wheels Up Members and customers are subject to additional terms and conditions, including enrollment in Delta SkyMiles®, in order to receive benefits from Delta. Additional terms and conditions can be found here. Program offer and benefits subject to change or termination at any time.
Partner Benefits
Benefits beyond flight
A Wheels Up membership provides you with more than just access to world-class private aviation. It opens the door to a world of unparalleled benefits from preeminent brands across hospitality, lifestyle, travel, and more.
Wheels Down Concierge
Wheels Up Members receive unparalleled access to leading hospitality and travel experiences around the world through our collaboration with Four Hundred, a premier lifestyle management and travel firm. Members benefit from the support of a full-service concierge and a Virtuoso-affiliated travel agency to experience the best that every city has to offer.
Hertz
From wheels up to wheels down, your membership gives you access to exclusive benefits, including Hertz President’s Circle status, vehicle upgrades, extended return times, and more. Whether renting a car for your business enterprise or vacation, Hertz has a wide range of luxury, sports, and hybrid vehicles available to meet every car rental.
MEMBER EXPERIENCE
Events and Experiences
Our renowned, member events elevate your life on the ground with access and activations around the most high-profile events year after year.
Bespoke Experiences
Our members-only experiences and signature events give you unique access to intimate moments in spectacular settings across the country from culinary indulgences to private meet-and-greets with celebrity ambassadors during exclusive events around key moments in sports, music, entertainment, business and more. These one-of-a-kind experiences offer unforgettable hospitality and once-in-a-lifetime access.
Membership Summary
Membership Summary
Core Membership
One-time initiation fee
$17,500 ($9,995 with Fund)
Annual Dues (starting year 2)
$8,500
Authorized Lead Passengers
4
Benefits
Dynamic pricing
Capped hourly rates1
24/7 Member Services Team
Dedicated Account Manager
Shared flights
Shuttle flights
Hot flights
Air Partner charter solutions
Tropic Ocean airways benefits
Delta benefits
Wheels Down Benefits
Wheels Down Events
Please review the Wheels Up Flight Services Agreement for full program terms and conditions.
1. Limited to Service Area East and Service Area West, not available for Extended Service Area or on Large Cabin Aircraft.
1. Limited to Service Area East and Service Area West, not available for Extended Service Area or on Large Cabin Aircraft.