Upgrade awards

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Premium cabin upgrades

Enjoy an elevated travel experience on American Airlines and American Eagle® flights with one of three different upgrade options:

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U.S. domestic one-segment upgrade

650 points

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International one-way upgrade on a full fare

1,200 points

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International one-way upgrade on a discounted fare

3,100 points

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How to redeem points for upgrade awards


  1. From the award chart, find the applicable award region and select 'Redeem Now'. You'll receive an upgrade certificate via email. Watch a demo »

  2. After your flight reservation is ticketed, upgrades can be requested online at business.aa.com Opens another site in a new window that may not meet accessibility guidelines, or by phone:


Travel agencies can add the upgrade segment to the passenger's reservation, but must call in to obtain authorization. Watch a demo »

Customer spotlight

We use our points for last-minute travel between our two locations, flight upgrades, my Admirals Club membership and bonuses for my employees.

— Neal Gottlieb
Three Twins Ice Cream
Business Extra member since 2009

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Upgrade awards FAQs

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