American Airlines Award Chart for AA Operated Flights
American Airlines Award Chart for AA Operated Flights

Unlock Global Adventures: Your Guide to AA Mileage Partners

American Airlines AAdvantage® miles are your passport to explore the world. While flying directly with American Airlines opens up a vast network of destinations, understanding and utilizing Aa Mileage Partners can dramatically expand your travel horizons. Imagine using your miles to not only fly across America but also to reach exotic locales in Asia, explore the cultural richness of Europe, or relax on pristine beaches in the South Pacific. This is the power of American Airlines’ extensive network of partner airlines.

By strategically using your AAdvantage miles with AA mileage partners, you gain access to nearly 1,000 destinations in over 170 countries and territories, far beyond the 350+ destinations offered solely by American Airlines. This guide will provide a comprehensive overview of these valuable partnerships, detailing the airlines you can fly with, how to maximize your redemptions, and essential tips for booking your dream award travel.

Diving into American Airlines Partner Airlines

American Airlines boasts a diverse portfolio of AA mileage partners, categorized into two main groups: Oneworld Alliance members and non-alliance partners. While their official partner page might list a larger number, it’s crucial to know which partnerships currently allow for AAdvantage mile redemptions. Some listed airlines, such as IndiGo, and previously JetBlue and Silver Airways (whose partnerships have ended), are not currently bookable with miles. However, American Airlines is actively working to expand redemption options, including for Aer Lingus and JetSMART.

Currently, you can leverage your AAdvantage miles with the following AA mileage partners:

Oneworld Alliance Members:

  • American Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • British Airways
  • Cathay Pacific
  • Finnair
  • Iberia
  • Japan Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Qantas
  • Qatar Airways
  • Royal Air Maroc
  • Royal Jordanian Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines

A visual representation of the Oneworld Alliance, highlighting the global network and hubs of these AA mileage partners.

Non-Alliance Partners:

  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • Cape Air
  • China Southern Airlines (booking via phone required)
  • Etihad Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • GOL Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines

This impressive roster of AA mileage partners ensures that your AAdvantage miles can truly take you almost anywhere in the world. Their combined networks cover every major continent, offering flexibility and choice for your award travel plans.

To better visualize the geographical reach offered by AA mileage partners, consider this regional breakdown:

North America Europe Asia Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific Africa & Middle East South America
Alaska Airlines British Airways Cathay Pacific Air Tahiti Nui Etihad Airways GOL Airlines
American Airlines Finnair China Southern Airlines Fiji Airways Qatar Airways
Cape Air Iberia Japan Airlines Qantas Royal Air Maroc
Hawaiian Airlines Malaysia Airlines Royal Jordanian
SriLankan Airlines

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Boosting Your AAdvantage Mileage Balance

Before you can explore the world with AA mileage partners, you need to accumulate AAdvantage miles. Fortunately, there are numerous avenues to earn miles, beyond just flying with American Airlines and its partners.

Here are some popular methods to increase your AAdvantage mileage balance:

  • Flights: Naturally, flying with American Airlines and its AA mileage partners is a primary way to earn miles. Ensure you include your AAdvantage number when booking.
  • Hotel Bookings: Booking hotels through the American Airlines portal or partnering hotel programs can earn you miles.
  • Car Rentals: Similar to hotels, utilize the AA car rental partners to accrue miles on your rentals.
  • Cruises: Yes, you can even earn AAdvantage miles by booking cruises through American Airlines Cruises.
  • Bask Bank: Consider options like Bask Bank, which allows you to earn AAdvantage miles for simply saving money.
  • AAdvantage Dining: Enroll in the AAdvantage Dining program and earn miles for dining at participating restaurants.
  • SimplyMiles: This program offers miles for shopping at select online retailers.
  • Buy Miles: When needed, you can purchase American Airlines miles directly, especially during promotional periods where bonuses are offered.

It’s important to note that American Airlines is not a direct transfer partner with major bank rewards programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards or Capital One Miles. However, there are a few exceptions:

  • Marriott Bonvoy: You can transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to AAdvantage miles at a 3:1 ratio. This can be valuable, especially when Marriott offers transfer bonuses.
  • Bilt Rewards: While previously a transfer partner, the Bilt Rewards partnership with American Airlines concluded in June 2024.
  • Hyatt (World of Hyatt): Hyatt points can be transferred to AAdvantage, though the ratio is less favorable at 2.5 Hyatt points to 1 AAdvantage mile (or 5,000 Hyatt points to 2,000 AA miles).
  • RBC (Avion Rewards): For Canadian travelers, RBC Avion Rewards points can be transferred to AAdvantage miles at a 10:7 ratio, exclusively for Avion cardholders.

Finally, American Airlines credit cards are a powerful tool for consistent mileage earning. Co-branded cards offer bonus miles on everyday spending and often come with attractive welcome bonuses. Here are a few popular options:

The AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite Mastercard, a popular credit card for earning AA mileage partner rewards.

AAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard®

  • Welcome Bonus: Earn 60,000 AAdvantage bonus miles after your first purchase and paying the annual fee within the first 90 days.
  • Annual Fee: $99
  • Key Benefits: 2X miles on American Airlines purchases, 1X miles on all other purchases.
  • Apply Now

Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®

  • Welcome Offer: Earn 75,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after spending $3,500 within the first 4 months. (Limited Time Offer)
  • Annual Fee: $99 (waived for the first 12 months)
  • Credit Score: Excellent, Good
  • Key Benefits: 2X miles at restaurants & gas stations, 2X miles on eligible American Airlines purchases, 1X mile on all other purchases.
  • Apply Now

The premium Citi AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard, offering enhanced AA mileage partner benefits and lounge access.

Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®

  • Welcome Offer: Earn 70,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after spending $7,000 within the first 3 months.
  • Annual Fee: $595
  • Credit Score: Excellent, Good
  • Key Benefits: 10X miles on eligible hotels & rental cars booked through aa.com, 4X (or 5X after $150,000 annual spend) miles on eligible American Airlines purchases, 1X mile on all other purchases, Admirals Club access.
  • Apply Now

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Understanding Award Pricing for AA Flights and Partners

Redeeming AAdvantage miles offers two primary pricing structures: one for flights solely operated by American Airlines and another for flights involving AA mileage partners.

For American Airlines operated flights within North America, award pricing is dynamic and can vary significantly. While American publishes an award chart with estimated starting rates, these are merely guidelines, and actual redemption costs can fluctuate.

American Airlines Award Chart for AA Operated FlightsAmerican Airlines Award Chart for AA Operated Flights
Credit: American Airlines

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However, when it comes to flights with AA mileage partners, American Airlines maintains region-based partner award charts with fixed redemption rates (with a notable exception for Fiji Airways). This predictability makes planning award travel with partners significantly easier.

Navigating the American Airlines Partner Award Charts

American Airlines partner award charts are organized by the region of origin and destination, outlining the fixed mileage costs for flights operated by Oneworld and other AA mileage partners. Unlike the dynamic pricing for American Airlines flights, these charts offer consistent redemption rates, simplifying your award travel calculations.

Below is the partner award chart for one-way itineraries originating in the contiguous 48 U.S. states or Canada. For award charts originating from other regions, refer to the official partner award chart page.

American Airlines Partner Award Chart for Flights Originating in US/CanadaAmerican Airlines Partner Award Chart for Flights Originating in US/Canada
Credit: American Airlines

It’s crucial to review the additional qualifiers and conditions on American Airlines’ website associated with these charts, including routing rules and airline-specific stipulations, before finalizing your travel plans.

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Exploring Oneworld Partner Flights with AA Miles

Redeeming AAdvantage miles for flights operated by Oneworld member airlines, your core group of AA mileage partners, unlocks a vast global network. As long as your itinerary includes at least one segment operated by a partner airline, the fixed rates of the AAdvantage partner award chart apply. Let’s explore some key Oneworld partners:

Alaska Airlines: Your West Coast Gateway

Alaska Airlines, based on the U.S. West Coast, provides access to over 125 destinations across North and Central America. Their partnership with American Airlines, strengthened by Alaska joining the Oneworld alliance in 2021, makes them a valuable AA mileage partner.

You can seamlessly redeem AAdvantage miles for award travel on Alaska Airlines, including itineraries combining flights with other Oneworld and partner airlines. Furthermore, American Airlines elite status holders enjoy select benefits when flying Alaska Airlines.

Award pricing adheres to the AAdvantage partner award chart. For example, a one-way economy award within the contiguous 48 U.S. states or Canada on Alaska Airlines costs just 12,500 miles. A flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Seattle (SEA) exemplifies this redemption.

Alaska Airlines award flight example from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle bookable with AA milesAlaska Airlines award flight example from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

British Airways: Connecting to Europe and Beyond

British Airways, a global giant, serves nearly 200 destinations in over 70 countries from its London hubs. Redeeming American miles for travel on British Airways, another key AA mileage partner, opens doors to Europe and beyond.

When searching for award flights between the U.S. and Europe, British Airways often appears as a prominent option. Awards involving British Airways segments are priced according to the AAdvantage partner award chart. A one-way itinerary between the contiguous 48 U.S. states and Europe will cost:

  • Economy: 30,000 miles (22,500 miles off-peak)
  • Premium Economy: 40,000 miles
  • Business Class: 57,500 miles
  • First Class: 85,000 miles

British Airways award flight from JFK to LHR bookable with AA milesBritish Airways award flight from JFK to LHR bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Within the United Kingdom, you can also redeem just 10,000 miles for a one-way economy award or 15,000 miles for business/first class.

However, flights operated by British Airways are known for incurring significant taxes and fees, especially on long-haul routes due to the UK’s Air Passenger Duty. Premium cabin awards can sometimes carry surcharges exceeding $600 each way. For transatlantic travel on British Airways, consider comparing redemption costs with Cathay Pacific Asia Miles to potentially mitigate these high surcharges.

Cathay Pacific: Your Asian Gateway for Premium Travel

Cathay Pacific, based in Hong Kong, serves over 80 destinations in nearly 30 countries across Asia and beyond. As a premier AA mileage partner, Cathay Pacific offers comfortable and strategic routes throughout Asia and to select US cities.

From key US gateways, you can efficiently reach numerous popular Asian destinations with a single connection in Hong Kong (HKG) on Cathay Pacific.

A route map highlighting Cathay Pacific’s network in Asia, illustrating the extensive Asian travel options through this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

Hong Kong falls within American Airlines’ “Asia Region 2” for award chart purposes. One-way award flights operated by Cathay Pacific from Hong Kong and most of Asia (excluding Japan and Korea, which are in “Asia Region 1”) adhere to the following AAdvantage partner award chart:

American Airlines Flight Award Chart from Asia Region 2American Airlines Flight Award Chart from Asia Region 2
Flight award chart from Asia Region 2. Credit: American Airlines

Finnair: Exploring Scandinavia and Northern Europe

Finnair, Finland’s flag carrier, connects to 100 destinations in 35 countries from its Helsinki hub. While its US network is limited, Finnair, as an AA mileage partner, is ideal for exploring Scandinavia and Northern Europe.

The AAdvantage partner award chart for flights originating in Europe applies to Finnair itineraries.

American Airlines Flight Award Chart from EuropeAmerican Airlines Flight Award Chart from Europe
Flight award chart from Europe. Credit: American Airlines

Intra-Finland flights are also exceptionally affordable with miles, at just 10,000 miles one-way in economy. Finnair facilitates travel throughout Scandinavia using American Airlines miles.

The short-haul American Airlines award chart for flights within Europe, offering cost-effective redemptions with AA mileage partners like Finnair.
Short-haul flight award chart from Europe. Credit: American Airlines

Long-haul Finnair flights are also a great value. Flying business class from the U.S. to Finland costs 57,500 miles each way.

Finnair award flight from JFK to HEL bookable with AA milesFinnair award flight from JFK to HEL bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Iberia: Direct Flights to Spain and Iberian Peninsula

Iberia, based in Madrid, serves 137 destinations in 46 countries. This AA mileage partner offers direct routes to Spain from several US airports, potentially avoiding the high surcharges associated with British Airways.

Redeeming American miles on Iberia (including flights marketed by Iberia but operated by Iberia Express) and other partners follows the standard AAdvantage partner award chart. Intra-Spain flights are also available for just 10,000 miles in economy or 15,000 miles in business/first class one-way.

A route map highlighting Iberia’s network in Spain and Europe, demonstrating regional travel possibilities with this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

However, for direct flights between North America and Spain, consider using Iberia Avios instead of American Airlines miles. On off-peak dates, Iberia charges as low as 17,000 Avios in economy or 34,000 Avios in business class for one-way flights from the East Coast to Spain.

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Japan Airlines: Exceptional Service to Asia and Beyond

Japan Airlines (JAL), renowned for its service, serves over 190 destinations in more than 64 countries from its Japanese hubs. As a top-tier AA mileage partner, JAL provides premium travel experiences to Asia and beyond.

Redeeming American miles for award travel on Japan Airlines, including itineraries with other partners, is straightforward. Japan is classified as “Asia Region 1” on the AAdvantage partner award chart. Redemptions between the contiguous 48 U.S. states and Japan start at 35,000 miles in economy and range up to 80,000 miles for first-class awards.

Japan Airlines award flight from ORD to TYO bookable with AA milesJapan Airlines award flight from ORD to TYO bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Connecting through Japan to “Asia Region 2” destinations adds a relatively small mileage surcharge: 2,500 more miles in economy, 10,000 more in business class, or 30,000 more in first class. Premium economy connections to “Asia Region 2” incur no additional mileage cost.

Intra-Japan flights are also a great value, costing just 7,500 miles one-way in economy and 15,000 miles one-way in business/first class.

JAL also serves smaller US airports, so consider checking for award space at airports like San Diego (SAN) when planning your award travel.

Malaysia Airlines: Southeast Asian Connections

Malaysia Airlines connects over 55 destinations across Asia, Europe, the Pacific, and the Middle East from its Kuala Lumpur hub. While not serving North America directly, this AA mileage partner is valuable for intra-Asia and Europe-Asia travel.

You can redeem American miles for awards on Malaysia Airlines, including itineraries with other partners. Kuala Lumpur, like Hong Kong, is in “Asia Region 2” for the AAdvantage partner award chart. Award space on Malaysia Airlines can be less readily available, requiring patience in your search.

Malaysia Airlines award flight from KUL to LHR bookable with AA milesMalaysia Airlines award flight from KUL to LHR bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Qantas: Exploring Australia and the South Pacific

Qantas, Australia’s flag carrier, serves over 95 destinations in 25 countries from its Australian hubs. As a key AA mileage partner, Qantas is your gateway to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.

Australia falls within the “South Pacific” region on the AAdvantage partner award chart. One-way awards between the contiguous 48 U.S. states and the South Pacific (including Australia) require:

  • Economy: 40,000 miles
  • Premium Economy: 65,000 miles
  • Business/First Class: 80,000 miles
  • First Class: 110,000 miles

A route map highlighting Qantas’s network in Australia and the South Pacific, illustrating travel options in the region through this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

Intra-Australia awards are also available, starting at 10,000 miles one-way in economy. Flights between Australia and New Zealand start at 15,000 miles in economy.

Qatar Airways: Luxury and Global Reach via Doha

Qatar Airways, serving over 175 destinations across six continents from Doha, is a favorite AA mileage partner for many. Its renowned Qsuite business class and extensive network make it a prime choice for aspirational award travel.

For 70,000 American miles each way, the AAdvantage partner award chart allows travel between the contiguous 48 U.S. states and the Middle East or Indian Subcontinent in Qatar’s acclaimed Qsuite. For an additional 5,000 miles, you can reach many destinations within Africa with just one stop in Doha.

Qatar Airways award flight from BOS to MLE bookable with AA milesQatar Airways award flight from BOS to MLE bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

However, Qatar Airways has significantly restricted business class award availability to American Airlines. While awards may be bookable through other partners like JetBlue, finding Qatar Airways business class awards bookable with AAdvantage miles can be challenging.

Royal Air Maroc: Exploring Morocco and North Africa

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) serves over 80 destinations from its Moroccan hubs. As an AA mileage partner, RAM is ideal for exploring Morocco and accessing destinations in North and West Africa.

The AAdvantage partner award chart places Morocco within the “Europe” region. Flights between the contiguous 48 U.S. states (or Canada) and the “Europe” region, including Morocco, cost:

  • Economy: 30,000 miles (22,500 miles off-peak)
  • Premium Economy: 40,000 miles
  • Business Class: 57,500 miles

A route map highlighting Royal Air Maroc’s network in Africa, illustrating regional travel options through this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

Connecting through Casablanca (CMN) to destinations in the Middle East, Africa, or the Indian Subcontinent requires significantly more miles. However, intra-Morocco flights are available for just 5,000 American miles in economy and 10,000 miles in business class.

Royal Jordanian Airlines: Middle Eastern Connectivity

Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) serves 45 destinations in nearly 30 countries from its Amman hub. Similar to Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian provides a Middle Eastern connection point for Oneworld travelers and is a valuable AA mileage partner.

While not offering enclosed suites like Qatar’s Qsuite, Royal Jordanian generally has better award availability and offers transatlantic routes from fewer US cities.

Amman falls within the AAdvantage partner award chart “Middle East” region. Transatlantic one-way flights between the contiguous 48 U.S. states and the Middle East cost: 40,000 AAdvantage miles in economy, 62,500 miles in premium economy, 70,000 miles in business/first, and 115,000 miles in first class.

Royal Jordanian award flight from DTW to AMM bookable with AA milesRoyal Jordanian award flight from DTW to AMM bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Intra-Jordan flights are also available for redemption, costing 7,500 miles one-way in economy and 10,000 miles one-way in business/first class.

SriLankan Airlines: Indian Subcontinent Access

SriLankan Airlines (UL) does not serve US airports directly but connects to numerous destinations in the Indian Subcontinent, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East from its Colombo hub. This AA mileage partner is crucial for accessing the Indian Subcontinent with AAdvantage miles.

Connecting through other Oneworld or partner airlines, you can reach SriLankan flights and explore this region.

A route map highlighting SriLankan Airlines’ network in the Indian Subcontinent, demonstrating regional travel options via this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

The AAdvantage partner award chart for itineraries originating in the “Indian Subcontinent” region applies to SriLankan Airlines flights.

American Airlines Flight Award Chart from Indian SubcontinentAmerican Airlines Flight Award Chart from Indian Subcontinent
Flight award chart from the Indian Subcontinent. Credit: American Airlines

Exploring Non-Alliance Partner Flights with AA Miles

Beyond the Oneworld alliance, American Airlines partners with several independent airlines, further expanding your options for using AA mileage partners. While redemptions on some partners like Aer Lingus, IndiGo, and JetSMART are not currently available, several others offer valuable opportunities. Let’s examine some key non-alliance partners:

Air Tahiti Nui: Paradise in the South Pacific

Air Tahiti Nui (TN), with a small fleet, serves five destinations from Papeete, French Polynesia: Auckland, Los Angeles, Paris (via Los Angeles), Seattle, and Tokyo. This unique AA mileage partner offers direct access to the idyllic islands of Tahiti and French Polynesia.

An Air Tahiti Nui aircraft, representing this unique AA mileage partner that provides access to French Polynesia.
Credit: American Airlines

The AAdvantage partner award chart for flights to or from the South Pacific applies to Air Tahiti Nui.

American Airlines Flight Award Chart from South PacificAmerican Airlines Flight Award Chart from South Pacific
Flight award chart from the South Pacific. Credit: American Airlines

Notably, business class flights to Paris via Los Angeles cost only 5,000 miles more than flying to Los Angeles alone, despite the significantly longer journey.

Economy travel within the South Pacific is also remarkably affordable at just 15,000 miles one-way, enabling island hopping across French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, and other South Pacific destinations.

A route map highlighting Air Tahiti Nui’s network in the South Pacific, demonstrating island hopping possibilities through this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

Cape Air: Regional US Travel

Cape Air, a large independent regional airline in the US, might seem unexpected as an AA mileage partner. However, it provides access to unique destinations within the Northeastern US and beyond.

Based on the AAdvantage partner page, redemptions are limited to the eight routes shown below, each priced at 12,500 miles. Award availability can be limited, often requiring phone booking.

AAdvantage miles redemption route options for Cape AirAAdvantage miles redemption route options for Cape Air
Credit: Great Circle Mapper

Given that these short flights are often bookable for under $100, consider comparing cash prices before redeeming AAdvantage miles for Cape Air flights.

China Southern Airlines: Access to Mainland China

China Southern Airlines (CZ), the largest airline in China, serves over 200 destinations in 47 countries from its Guangzhou and Beijing hubs. As an AA mileage partner, China Southern expands your reach into mainland China.

Redeeming American miles for travel on China Southern, including itineraries with other partners, is possible but requires phone booking through AAdvantage Reservations.

China Southern’s hubs in Guangzhou and Beijing are located in “Asia Region 2” for the AAdvantage partner award chart.

China Southern Airlines aircraft tail fin showcasing the airline as a Chinese AA mileage partnerChina Southern Airlines aircraft tail fin showcasing the airline as a Chinese AA mileage partner
Credit: Bornil Amin/Unsplash

Etihad Airways: Luxury to the Middle East and Beyond

Etihad Airways (EY) serves over 75 destinations across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America from its Abu Dhabi hub. This premium AA mileage partner offers luxurious travel options, including its famed A380 First Class Apartment.

Abu Dhabi is classified within the “Middle East” region on the AAdvantage partner award chart, serving as a major connecting point. Etihad’s hub offers efficient connections to numerous long-haul destinations.

However, award space on Etihad booked through American Airlines is often limited to within 30 days of departure. Close-in booking is often necessary to secure Etihad awards via AAdvantage.

One aspirational redemption is Etihad’s A380 First Class Apartment, offering an unparalleled in-flight experience, including onboard showers.

An interior view of Etihad Airways’ A380 First Class Apartment, representing the luxurious travel opportunities with this AA mileage partner.
Credit: American Airlines

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Fiji Airways: Island Hopping in Fiji and the South Pacific

Fiji Airways (FJ), operating from its Nadi hub, connects major global cities with various Pacific Island countries. Fiji Airways is set to officially join the Oneworld alliance in 2025, further solidifying its position as a valuable AA mileage partner.

Nadi, like Papeete, is located in the “South Pacific” region on the AAdvantage partner award chart. However, Fiji Airways awards feature dynamic pricing, meaning award chart minimums may not always be available.

Despite dynamic pricing, Fiji Airways is excellent for exploring Fiji and the broader South Pacific region. Intra-Fiji flights start at just 5,000 American miles in economy, and flights within the South Pacific region start at 15,000 miles in economy. Finding the most affordable rates may require some searching.

Fiji Airways award flight from SFO to NAN bookable with AA milesFiji Airways award flight from SFO to NAN bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

GOL Airlines: South American Reach

GOL Airlines (G3) helps fill the void left by LATAM’s departure from the Oneworld alliance, providing crucial South American connectivity as an AA mileage partner.

This Brazilian low-cost carrier serves over 80 destinations across 11 countries, including flights between Brazil and Florida (Miami and Orlando), which are particularly relevant for US-based travelers.

GOL Airlines award flight from MIA to FOR bookable with AA milesGOL Airlines award flight from MIA to FOR bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Most of Brazil is in “South America Region 2” on the AAdvantage partner award chart, while Manaus is in “South America Region 1.” The award chart for itineraries originating in “South America Region 2” applies to most GOL flights.

American Airlines Flight Award Chart from South America Region 2American Airlines Flight Award Chart from South America Region 2
Flight award chart from South America Region 2. Credit: American Airlines

Intra-Brazil award flights are also very economical, costing 7,500 miles in economy and 17,500 miles in business/first class one-way. Given that economy flights within Brazil can often be found for under $50, always compare cash rates before redeeming miles.

A GOL Airlines aircraft, representing this AA mileage partner that expands travel options in South America.
Credit: American Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines: Island Getaways and Pacific Connections

Hawaiian Airlines (HA) operates numerous flights between the continental US and Hawaii. Redeeming American Airlines miles for these flights, as well as Hawaiian’s routes to Japan, South Korea, and Tahiti, is now possible, making them a valuable AA mileage partner for Pacific travel.

Hawaiian Airlines award flight from LAS to HNL bookable with AA milesHawaiian Airlines award flight from LAS to HNL bookable with AA miles
Credit: American Airlines

Flying Hawaiian Airlines may be preferred over American or Alaska Airlines for Hawaiian routes. Hawaiian also extends your reach beyond Hawaii to destinations in Asia and the South Pacific.

The American Airlines partner award chart for flights originating in Hawaii applies to Hawaiian Airlines redemptions.

American Airlines Flight Award Chart from HawaiiAmerican Airlines Flight Award Chart from Hawaii
Flight award chart from Hawaii. Credit: American Airlines

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Final Thoughts: Unlock the World with AA Mileage Partners

American Airlines miles, when strategically used with AA mileage partners, become incredibly versatile, enabling you to reach almost any destination imaginable. The vast majority of AAdvantage award bookings, including those involving partner airlines, can be conveniently made online, eliminating the need to contact an agent.

For bookings involving partners not available online, contacting American Airlines Reservations is necessary. In such cases, if online booking is not possible, request a waiver for any applicable phone booking fees.

By understanding and leveraging the power of AA mileage partners, you can maximize the value of your AAdvantage miles and turn your travel dreams into reality.

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