Where to credit American Airlines flights
American Airlines flights can earn miles in 16 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In first class, Qatar Airways Privilege Club earns the most, up to 300% of the distance flown in class A. In business class, Aer Lingus AerClub (tied with 4 other programs) earns the most, up to 250% of the distance flown in class C. The cheapest economy classes, like Z, earn at most 25%. American Airlines AAdvantage earns 5 miles per US dollar on tickets American Airlines issues, so on expensive tickets it can beat every partner.
Programs that earn
16
Booking classes
22
Best economy rate
100% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program earns
5 miles per US dollar
American Airlines AAdvantage
American Airlines first class: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | American Airlines AAdvantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 300% Qatar Airways Privilege Club | British Airways Club 250% · Finnair Plus 250% · Iberia Plus 250% | 5 Miles/USD |
| F | 300% British Airways Club, Finnair Plus, Iberia Plus +1 more | Etihad Guest 250% · American Airlines AAdvantage 200% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 200% | 5 Miles/USD |
American Airlines business class: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | American Airlines AAdvantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 250% Aer Lingus AerClub, British Airways Club, Finnair Plus +2 more | Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer 200% · American Airlines AAdvantage 175% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 150% | 5 Miles/USD |
| D | 250% Aer Lingus AerClub, British Airways Club, Finnair Plus +2 more | Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer 200% · American Airlines AAdvantage 175% · Etihad Guest 150% | 5 Miles/USD |
| I | 150% Aer Lingus AerClub, British Airways Club, Etihad Guest +6 more | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 125% · Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles 125% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 125% | 5 Miles/USD |
| J | 250% Aer Lingus AerClub, British Airways Club, Finnair Plus +2 more | American Airlines AAdvantage 200% · Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer 200% · Etihad Guest 175% | 5 Miles/USD |
| R | 200% Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer | Aer Lingus AerClub 150% · American Airlines AAdvantage 150% · British Airways Club 150% | 5 Miles/USD |
American Airlines economy: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | American Airlines AAdvantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Basic, Main | 100% Aer Lingus AerClub, Iberia Plus, Malaysia Airlines Enrich | British Airways Club 25% · Finnair Plus 25% | 0 Miles/USD |
| G Basic, Main | 75% Etihad Guest, Royal Jordanian Royal Club, SriLankan FlySmiLes | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · American Airlines AAdvantage 50% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 50% | 5 Miles/USD |
| H Basic, Main | 100% Aer Lingus AerClub, American Airlines AAdvantage, British Airways Club +7 more | Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles 75% · Malaysia Airlines Enrich 75% · SriLankan FlySmiLes 75% | 5 Miles/USD |
| K Basic, Main | 100% American Airlines AAdvantage, Etihad Guest, Qatar Airways Privilege Club | Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles 75% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 75% · Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer 75% | 5 Miles/USD |
| L Basic, Main | 100% Etihad Guest | American Airlines AAdvantage 75% · Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles 75% · Qatar Airways Privilege Club 75% | 5 Miles/USD |
| M Basic, Main | 100% Etihad Guest | American Airlines AAdvantage 75% · Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles 75% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 75% | 5 Miles/USD |
| N Basic, Main | 75% Qatar Airways Privilege Club | American Airlines AAdvantage 50% · Etihad Guest 50% · Iberia Plus 50% | 5 Miles/USD |
| O Basic, Main | 30% Japan Airlines Mileage Bank | Aer Lingus AerClub 25% · Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% · American Airlines AAdvantage 25% | 5 Miles/USD |
| Q Basic, Main | 30% Japan Airlines Mileage Bank | Aer Lingus AerClub 25% · Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% · American Airlines AAdvantage 25% | 5 Miles/USD |
| S Basic, Main | 50% Aer Lingus AerClub, American Airlines AAdvantage, British Airways Club +8 more | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% · Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles 25% · GOL Aéreos Smiles 25% | 5 Miles/USD |
| V Basic, Main | 75% Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles, Etihad Guest, Qatar Airways Privilege Club +2 more | Aer Lingus AerClub 50% · Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · American Airlines AAdvantage 50% | 5 Miles/USD |
| Y Basic, Main | 100% Aer Lingus AerClub, American Airlines AAdvantage, British Airways Club +11 more | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% | 5 Miles/USD |
| Z Basic, Main | 25% Aer Lingus AerClub | — | — |
Programs you can credit American Airlines flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- Aer Lingus AerClub
- Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards
- American Airlines AAdvantage
- British Airways Club
- Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles
- Etihad Guest
- Finnair Plus
- GOL Aéreos Smiles
- Iberia Plus
- Japan Airlines Mileage Bank
- Korean Air Skypass
- Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- Qatar Airways Privilege Club
- Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer
- Royal Jordanian Royal Club
- SriLankan FlySmiLes
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit American Airlines flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across American Airlines' 22 booking classes, Qatar Airways Privilege Club, Iberia Plus and Aer Lingus AerClub most often pay the most. American Airlines AAdvantage earns by price instead (5 miles per US dollar for members without status), so it wins on expensive tickets. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do American Airlines economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, American Airlines economy earns from 25% (class Z) up to 100% (class B) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does American Airlines business class earn?
Up to 250% of the distance flown, in Aer Lingus AerClub on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit American Airlines flights to Qatar Airways Privilege Club?
Yes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club earns on 20 booking classes on American Airlines. For example, class A earns 300%, class F earns 300%, class C earns 250% and class D earns 250% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
Does American Airlines earn miles by distance or by ticket price?
Both, depending on where you credit. American Airlines AAdvantage earns by price on tickets American Airlines issues (5 miles per US dollar for members without status, more with elite status). Partner programs earn a percentage of the distance flown, set by the booking class.
Where to credit other Oneworld airlines
Earning charts from wheretocredit.com, updated October 31, 2026. Programs change their partner charts without much notice, so confirm on the program's own earning page before you rely on a rate.