How to use AAdvantage miles to book flights on other airlines?
You can use your AAdvantage miles to book award flights on nearly all of AA's oneworld and independent partner airlines directly through the American Airlines website (AA.com).
1. Online Search: Go to AA.com and select the "Redeem Miles" checkbox when searching for flights. The results will automatically include flights operated by partner airlines like British Airways, Qantas, and Japan Airlines.
2. Best Value: The best value for AAdvantage miles is often found when redeeming for premium cabin awards (Business or First Class) on partner airlines like Qatar Airways Qsuites or Japan Airlines due to their fixed award charts, which are not subject to the dynamic pricing AA uses for its own flights.
3. Booking Tip: If you cannot find a partner flight online, call the AAdvantage reservations line (1-800-882-8880), as some lesser-known partners or complex routings may require phone booking.
Earning Miles on Partner Airlines
How do I earn AAdvantage miles when flying with a partner airline?
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You earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points when you fly with oneworld or partner airlines, provided your AAdvantage number is included in the reservation.
• Earning Rate: Unlike American Airlines flights, where you earn miles based on the price of your ticket, earning miles on partner airlines is typically based on the distance flown and the fare class you purchased.
• Checking Rates: Always consult the "Partner Airlines" section on AA.com to see the specific mileage accrual chart for the partner airline you are flying. This chart specifies which fare classes qualify for miles and how many.
• Status Bonus: If you have AAdvantage Elite Status, you will earn a bonus percentage of miles on eligible partner flights, based on your status tier.
AAdvantage Partner Airlines List
American Airlines' partners fall into two main groups, offering flights to over 900 destinations globally: +18➤662➤843➤014➤
AAdvantage Miles on Partner Airlines: Earning, Redeeming, and Partner List
The American Airlines AAdvantage program extends far beyond AA-operated flights, thanks to the oneworld alliance and several bilateral airline agreements. Utilizing these partnerships is the key to maximizing the value of your miles.
Earning Miles on Partner Airlines
How do I earn AAdvantage miles when flying with a partner airline?
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You earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points when you fly with oneworld or partner airlines, provided your AAdvantage number is included in the reservation.
• Earning Rate: Unlike American Airlines flights, where you earn miles based on the price of your ticket, earning miles on partner airlines is typically based on the distance flown and the fare class you purchased.
• Checking Rates: Always consult the "Partner Airlines" section on AA.com to see the specific mileage accrual chart for the partner airline you are flying. This chart specifies which fare classes qualify for miles and how many.
• Status Bonus: If you have AAdvantage Elite Status, you will earn a bonus percentage of miles on eligible partner flights, based on your status tier.
AAdvantage Partner Airlines List
American Airlines' partners fall into two main groups, offering flights to over 900 destinations globally: +18➤662➤843➤014➤
Partner Group Example Airlines Redemption Benefit
oneworld Alliance British Airways, Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines (JAL), Finnair, Iberia, Cathay Pacific, Qantas, Royal Air Maroc, Alaska Airlines. Seamless connectivity, shared status benefits (e.g., lounge access), and fixed award pricing.
Independent Partners Etihad Airways, China Southern Airlines, GOL Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui. Access to unique routes outside the oneworld alliance; booking is generally done via AA.com.
EEAT Tip: When flying a partner, ensure your AAdvantage number is saved in your reservation before check-in to guarantee miles and Loyalty Points are credited correctly.
Status Benefits on Partner Airlines
What AAdvantage status benefits can I use on oneworld partner flights?
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Your AAdvantage elite status is recognized globally by all oneworld alliance members, granting you reciprocal benefits labeled as oneworld Priority Status (Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald).
AAdvantage Status oneworld Tier Key Benefits on Partner Airlines
AAdvantage Gold oneworld Ruby Priority check-in, access to preferred/pre-reserved seating.
AAdvantage Platinum oneworld Sapphire Priority check-in, priority boarding, Business Class lounge access, priority baggage handling, extra baggage allowance.
AAdvantage Executive Platinum oneworld Emerald All Sapphire benefits plus First Class lounge access (where available), First Class priority check-in, and fast-track security (where available).
Do you have any specific international route in mind where you are considering using your miles, or would you like to know more about the best ways to earn Loyalty Points for AAdvantage status?
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