American Airlines Launches Cash‑and‑Miles Booking for AAdvantage Members

American Airlines is adding a new way for AAdvantage members to book flights on aa. com and the American app: a mix of cash and miles. Eligible U. S. members can book domestic fares—excluding Alaska and Hawaii—and slide a meter to decide how many miles to apply, reducing the cash portion of the ticket. The program mirrors similar options from Delta, United and Southwest, but the airline has not yet disclosed the exact redemption value. Analysts expect roughly 1 cent per mile, meaning the feature is best suited for small balances that would otherwise sit idle. While the cash portion still earns miles and Loyalty Points, using more miles may earn less toward elite status, and standard award bookings will stretch miles further for premium cabins.