American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® Card
The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® Card is a hidden gem in the no-fee travel card world. It doesn’t offer the premium bells and whistles — but it quietly earns valuable miles, rewards your grocery runs, and helps you get closer to free travel with no cost to carry.
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Key Highlights
- No annual fee, ever
- 10,000 AAdvantage® miles + $50 statement credit after $500 spend
- 2X miles on groceries & AA flights
- 1X on all other purchases
- Simple, no-fuss way to start earning airline miles
The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® Card, issued by Citi, is a no-annual-fee travel card that earns valuable airline miles with your everyday spending — especially on groceries and flights. It’s a lightweight, easy-to-manage card perfect for new travelers or casual American Airlines flyers.
If you want to earn airline rewards without paying for the privilege, this card opens the door to free flights with zero overhead.
- Earn 10,000 AAdvantage® miles + $50 statement credit
- Requires just $500 in purchases within the first 3 months
- Miles do not expire as long as your account remains active
- Bonus is enough for a one-way domestic flight (based on MileSAAver availability)
- 2X miles at grocery stores (including online orders)
- 2X miles on American Airlines purchases
- 1X mile on everything else
- Redeem miles for American Airlines flights and oneworld® partners (e.g., Qatar Airways, Iberia, British Airways)
- Use for seat upgrades, vacation packages, and more
- Award travel starts at just 7,500–12,500 miles one-way (subject to availability)
- No blackout dates on MileSAAver awards
- Contactless payments and mobile wallet support
- Real-time fraud monitoring with $0 liability
- Citi Entertainment® presale access and exclusive events
- Digital tools for card management and alerts
- $0 annual fee forever
- No maintenance charges or hidden fees
- Ideal for long-term use without a spending requirement
- No free checked bag benefit
- No priority boarding or lounge access
- No travel insurance or premium perks
- Not ideal for elite or frequent travelers
- Occasional American Airlines travelers
- Budget-conscious users or first-time credit card holders
- Grocery shoppers looking to earn miles on everyday spending
- Students or infrequent flyers looking for no-cost rewards
If you want to start earning airline miles without upgrading your lifestyle, the AAdvantage® MileUp® Card is a low-commitment, high-value companion. With its grocery and flight earning potential, plus no annual fee, it's an ideal starter travel card for everyday use.