# How to Book American Airlines Flights with Chase Ultimate Rewards Points

_May 28 14:00_

Tags: Aer Lingus, American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, AAdvantage, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Rewards, Oneworld, Chase, Citi

Explains three methods to redeem Chase points for American Airlines flights: transferring to Oneworld partners (BA, Aer Lingus, Iberia) or booking via the Chase Travel portal, with specific award cost examples

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## Summary

American Airlines AAdvantage miles are primarily earned through Citi ThankYou Rewards, but Chase Ultimate Rewards holders can still book AA flights. There are three main methods: 1. Transfer to Oneworld Partners: Transfer Chase points 1:1 to British Airways, Aer Lingus, or Iberia (all use Avios) and book AA-operated flights. Examples include NYC to Miami for 18,000 Avios + $5.60 taxes, or CLT to Frankfurt for 28,000 Avios + ~$328 taxes. 2. Chase Travel Portal: Redeem points directly for flights booked through the Chase Travel platform. 3. Transfer Bonuses: Monitor Chase for occasional transfer bonuses to stretch points further. The article notes that availability and rates may vary between partners, suggesting comparison tools

## Why it matters

Affects 4 airline programs (Aer Lingus, American Airlines, British Airways...). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Capital One, Chase.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/loyalty-programs/book-american-airlines-flights-with-chase-points) — How to book American Airlines flights with Chase Ultimate Rewards points

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