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Yes, we buy AAdvantage miles in balances of 50,000 or more. American’s terms say miles transferred for cash are void, and American can take the balance and close the account. We email a written price, you transfer the miles, and we pay by PayPal, usually within 15 minutes. The Points Guy values AAdvantage miles at 1.45 cents each.
Key facts (checked October 13, 2026)
Before you sell: know the risk
Selling AAdvantage miles is against American’s AAdvantage terms and conditions. The terms say miles transferred for cash are void, and American can forfeit the balance and terminate the account. We cannot promise how American will respond to a sale.
Read the full guide: Selling Miles and Points: Risks, Rules, and How It Works.
Price guarantee: the price per mile we agree with you in writing by email is the price we pay once your miles transfer is complete.
The AAdvantage program remains a favorite for travelers, but cashing out (or redeeming them) often provides more utility than booking a flight:
Maximum Liquidity: American Airlines points and miles are valued at 1.45 cents each by The Points Guy (October 2026). We help you capture that value in cash to pay for non-travel expenses like bills or investments.
Avoid Devaluations: Airline loyalty programs frequently “re-price” their award charts. By selling now, you protect yourself against the risk of your miles losing value overnight.
Total Booking Freedom: Why be restricted to AA’s flight schedules and blackout dates? Cash allows you to fly any airline, stay at any hotel, or book any cruise on your own terms.
We do not publish a rate, because it moves with demand and with the size of the balance. Tell us how many miles you have and we email you a price in writing; the price we agree is the price we pay. For context, The Points Guy values American AAdvantage miles at 1.45 cents each for travel (October 2026), and a cash offer from any broker will be lower than that.
1. Request Your Quote
Fill out the form at the top of this page with your AAdvantage balance. We reply with a quote by email.
2. Confirmation by Email
We confirm your balance and the transfer steps by email. We never ask for your password, and we never share your data with third parties.
3. Fast PayPal Payout
You transfer the miles, and we pay your PayPal account once we confirm the transfer. Most customers are paid within 15 minutes of completing the transfer.
Track Record: Based in Miami. More than 1,000 customers since 2017.
Price Guarantee: The price per mile we agree with you in writing by email is the price we pay once your miles transfer is complete.
Live Expert Support: Have questions? Our miles brokers are available via phone at 866-367-5099 to guide you through the process.
Earning these miles on a card? Our Citi / AAdvantage Platinum Select review covers the fee and the checked bag. AAdvantage miles cannot pay bag fees; here is how 12 airlines handle miles for bags. We also buy Delta SkyMiles and United miles, and the full list is on the sell airline miles page.
The value of American Airlines miles is generally higher than most other domestic carriers because of their utility on high-end partner airlines like Qatar Airways and Japan Airlines.
Travel Redemption Value: AA miles are worth about 1.45 cents per mile when used for travel, according to The Points Guy‘s October 2026 valuation.
Cash value: a cash offer from any broker will be lower than the travel value. We do not publish a rate; we email you a price in writing, and the price we agree is the price we pay. Larger balances can receive a better price.
Selling miles is against the AAdvantage program terms, and American can void miles that are sold and close the account. Whether a sale creates legal exposure beyond that depends on the facts and where you live. This page is not legal advice.
We prioritize speed to ensure you have liquidity when you need it.
Quote Time: We reply with a quote by email.
Confirmation: We confirm your balance and the transfer steps by email.
Payment: We pay by PayPal. Most customers are paid within 15 minutes of completing the transfer.
To maintain profitability for both the seller and the broker, we operate within the following thresholds:
Minimum: We require a minimum balance of 50,000 AAdvantage miles.
Maximum: We have the capacity to handle corporate accounts with balances exceeding 5,000,000 miles.
While flights can be a great value, the “cost” of using miles is often hidden.
Fees: International “free” award tickets on AA partners can still carry $200–$700 in taxes and fuel surcharges.
Availability: Airlines release a limited number of saver award seats, which can make it difficult to find seats on the dates you actually want.
It can. American can close an account it links to a sale, and status goes with the account. See the risk box above.