Reward of up to 25,000 American Airlines bonus miles for trips to Australia & New Zealand on flights offered
American Airlines has announced a new promotion offering bonus miles for flights between the U.S. and Australia or New Zealand. The promotion, which runs until May 31, 2026, allows travellers to earn up to 25,000 bonus AAdvantage miles.
To qualify, travellers must register and book their flights by August 7, 2025. The promotion is not available for flights booked before registration, and only flights operated by American Airlines or Qantas are eligible.
The bonus miles earned depend on the fare class. First class and business class fares earn double miles (100% bonus), while premium economy and main cabin (economy) fares earn 50% additional bonus miles. Basic economy fares are not eligible for bonus miles.
The promotion is open to all travellers, and there is no requirement to book round-trip itineraries to qualify. However, only flights booked after registration and flown by May 31, 2026, qualify, and connecting flights within the U.S. are not eligible.
Travellers should note that there are blackout dates from December 15, 2025, to January 12, 2026, during which the promotion is not valid. Bonus miles will post to your account within 14 days of eligible flights.
Registration for the promotion must be completed through the American Airlines AAdvantage account's promotions tab. The promotion does not count towards elite status or Million Miler qualification.
This offer provides a significant bonus, especially for premium cabin travellers on eligible routes. Members typically earn 5 base miles per $1 spent on American Airlines flights, so this offer could potentially increase earnings to 7.5x (in main cabin) or 10x (premium economy and above).
Travellers flying with Qantas should note that earnings are based on fare code and flight distance. Estimate earnings based on details provided on this page.
In summary, the American Airlines Bonus Miles Promotion for flights between the U.S. and Australia or New Zealand allows travellers to earn up to 25,000 bonus AAdvantage miles. To qualify, travellers must register and book their flights by August 7, 2025, and complete travel by May 31, 2026 (excluding blackout dates from December 15, 2025, to January 12, 2026). The promotion is open to all travellers, and bonus miles depend on fare class - 100% bonus on F, A, J, C, D, I, R, W, P fares; 50% bonus on economy codes Y, H, K, M, L, V, G, S, N, Q, O. Flights must be completed by May 31, 2026, and only flights marketed and operated by American Airlines or Qantas are eligible.
This promotion by American Airlines, running until May 31, 2026, offers business travelers the opportunity to earn up to 25,000 bonus AAdvantage miles on flights between the U.S. and Australia or New Zealand. Luxury travelers flying in premium economy or first class can expect even higher rewards, as these fare classes offer 50% to 100% bonus miles.
