Passengers of American Airlines have plenty of credit card options to choose best one from them. Delta and United which each have exclusive card agreements with a single bank Amex and Chase respectively, but American Airlines credit cards are issued by both Citi and Barclays. So, take a look at the best options available to AA fliers, whether you are looking to chase elite status, boost your mileage balance, or simply enjoy some premium perks.
Citi
The main issuer of AA credit cards is Citi, which is currently offering one personal card, one business card, and one premium card. Here’s a quick overview of the different Citi cards:
| CARD | SIGN-UP BONUS | BONUS CATEGORIES | FIRST CHECKED BAG FREE |
| Citi / AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard | 60,000 miles in the first 3 months | 2x on AA purchases, restaurants, gas stations | 4 companions |
| CitiBusiness / AAdvantage Platinum Select World Mastercard | 70,000 miles in the first 3 months | 2x on AA purchases, telecom, rental cars, gas stations | 4 companions |
| Citi / AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard | 50,000 miles in the first 3 months | 2x on AA purchases | 8 companions |
The above is showing the three types of Citi cards and in addition, all 3 Citi AA cards also come with priority boarding and no foreign transaction fees.
- Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard
One of the most popular AA cards, the Citi Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard just got a very consumer friendly upgrade. For a limited time, earn 60,000 American Airlines AAdvantage bonus miles within the first 3 months of account opening. This card has no foreign transaction fee, but has first checked bag free on domestic American Airlines and up to 4 companions traveling on the same reservation. Receive 25% savings on in-flight food and beverage purchases when you use your card on American Airlines flights. This card is perfect for casual AA fliers who aren’t concerned with elite status.
- CitiBusiness AAdvantage Platinum Select World Mastercard
The business version of the Platinum Select card has a higher minimum spending requirement. You can get an extra 10,000 miles for completing it. The additional bonus categories of telecom purchases and rental cars are especially business-friendly. This card is also good for business owners looking to get/stay under Chase’s “5/24” rule. First checked bag is free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for you and up to four companions traveling with you on the same reservation.
- Citi AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard
You can earn up to 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles within the first 3 months of account opening. The cardholder of this card can receive an Admirals Club membership and grant you access, no matter what airline you are flying or what cabin you are traveling in. Authorized users get a membership as well, and you can even bring two guests for free. If you are chasing elite status, this card also offers 10,000 EQMs after in a calendar year. Authorized users can access the complimentary Admirals Club® lounge. On domestic American Airlines, first checked bag is free and up to 8 companions traveling with any passenger on the same reservation.
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