Do AA Miles Expire After 24 Months of Inactivity?

Learn how to keep your AA miles active and avoid expiration with these simple tips.

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Yes, AA miles do expire after 24 months of inactivity. To keep your AAdvantage miles active, ensure you earn or redeem miles within this period. Activities such as flying with American Airlines or partner airlines, using an AAdvantage credit card, or making purchases through their shopping portal can extend the expiration date.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I prevent my AA miles from expiring? To keep your AA miles active, earn or redeem miles at least once every 24 months through flights, purchases, or an AAdvantage credit card.
  2. What happens if my AAdvantage miles expire? If your AAdvantage miles expire, you will lose them, but you can also retrieve expired miles occasionally by contacting customer service.
  3. What activities count to keep my AA miles active? Flying with American Airlines or its partners, using an AAdvantage credit card, or making purchases through their shopping portal count toward keeping your miles active.
  4. Can I extend my AA miles expiration date? Yes, by engaging in eligible activities such as flying or making purchases with the AAdvantage program, you can extend your miles' expiration date.