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All published bag fees apply at each check-in location and are base rates according to travel dates and destination; applicable taxes are not shown.
You're allowed 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item in all cabins.
| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin^ | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $30 | $30 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean (excluding Cuba / Haiti), Central America (excluding Panama) and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada Or between Mexico, Caribbean (excluding Cuba / Haiti), and Central America (excluding Panama) |
$30 | $30 | – | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Panama and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (excluding Cuba / Haiti), Central America | $45* | $0* | – | $0 | $0 | *Basic Economy 1st bag fee is $30 for tickets issued on / before November 8, 2021, and $45 for tickets issued on / after November 9, 2021. Main Cabin 1st bag is complimentary for tickets issued on / after November 9, 2021. For tickets issued on / before November 8, 2021, the 1st bag fee of $30 applies. |
| From U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean (excluding Haiti) to Cuba | – | $30* | – | $0 | $0 | *One-way into Cuba 1st bag fee applies. Round-trips originating in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean (including Haiti) free 1st bag on the return. |
| From Cuba to U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean (including Haiti) | – | $0 | – | $0 | $0 | |
| To or from Haiti | $30 | $0 | – | $0 | $0 | |
| Between U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America (excluding Panama) and Guyana, Suriname | $30 | $30 | – | $0 | $0 | |
| Between U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America and South America (excluding Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Suriname) | $45 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Israel and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America, South America | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America, South America | – Not available | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Europe and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America, South America Or connecting via Europe to another destination |
$75 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
^Main Plus includes 1 more free checked bag (in addition to the Main Cabin allowance).
| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin^ | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $40 | $40 | $0* | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean (excluding Cuba / Haiti) or Central America (excluding Panama) and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Canada | $40* | $40* | – | $0 | $0 | *For travel to / from Honduras: $65 2nd bag fee applies seasonally for tickets issued on / before April 25, 2022 for travel on June 1 – August 19 and November 27 – January 10; $65 2nd bag fee applies seasonally for tickets issued on / after April 26, 2022 for travel on November 27 – January 10. |
| Between Haiti and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (excluding Cuba), Central America | $65 | $65 | – | $0 | $0 | |
| From U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean (excluding Haiti) to Cuba | – | $200* | – | $0 | $0 | *Round-trips originating in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean pay $0 for 2nd bag on the return from Cuba. Otherwise, the 2nd bag fee is $40 for tickets issued on / before May 11, 2021, $65 for tickets issued on / after May 12, 2021, and $200 for tickets issued on / after April 26, 2022 and travel on / after May 26, 2022. |
| From Haiti to Cuba | – | $200* | – | $0 | $0 | *Round-trips originating in Haiti pay $0 for 2nd bag on the return from Cuba. Otherwise, the 2nd bag fee is $65 for tickets issued on / before April 25, 2022, and $200 for tickets issued on / after April 26, 2022 and travel on / after May 26, 2022. |
| From Cuba to U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean (excluding Haiti) | – | $0 | – | $0 | $0 | Round-trips originating in Cuba pay $65 for tickets issued on / before April 25, 2022, and $200 for tickets issued on / after April 26, 2022 and travel on / after May 26, 2022. |
| From Cuba to Haiti | – | $0 | – | $0 | $0 | Roundtrips originating in Cuba to Haiti pay $65 on the return back to Cuba for tickets issued on / before April 25. 2022, and pay $200 for tickets issued on / after April 26, 2022 and travel on / after May 26, 2022. |
| Between U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America and Panama | $65* | $65* | $0 | $0 | $0 | *$40 2nd bag fee applies for tickets issued on / before November 8, 2021. For tickets issued on / after November 9, 2021, the 2nd bag fee is $65. |
| Between U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America (excluding Panama) and Guyana, Suriname | $40 | $40 | – | $0 | $0 | |
| Between U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America and South America (excluding Guyana, Suriname) | $65 | $65 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Between Europe, Israel, Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean (including Haiti), Central America, and South America | $100 | $100 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand | $100 | $100* | $0 | $0 | $0 |
^Main Plus includes 1 more free checked bag (in addition to the Main Cabin allowance).
| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150** | |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, South America and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada Or between the Caribbean and Central America |
$200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $0** | |
| Between Europe, Israel, Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, South America | $200* | $200* | $200* | $200* | $0** | |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $0** | 20,000JPY for travel originating in Japan. $300 AUD/NZD for travel originating in Australia or New Zealand. |
*Seasonal and / or year-round limitations apply on checked bags and the number of boxes allowed for travel to select cities.
**Third checked bag fees apply in First Class on domestic 2-cabin aircraft. There is no charge for the third checked bag when traveling in Flagship® First International and Flagship® First Transcontinental.
| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200^ | |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean or Central America, South America and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada Or between Mexico, Caribbean and Central America, South America |
$200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200^ | |
| Between Europe, Israel, Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and South America | $200* | $200* | $200* | $200* | $200**^ | **Includes Flagship® First |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200^ | 20,000JPY for travel originating in Japan. $300 AUD/NZD for travel originating in Australia or New Zealand. |
*Seasonal and / or year-round limitations apply on checked bags and the number of boxes allowed for travel to select cities.
^AAdvantage Executive Platinum®, AAdvantage Platinum Pro® and oneworld® Emerald members traveling in Flagship® First can check a 4th bag at no charge. Note that complimentary bags may not apply to codeshare flights operated by our partners. For details, visit the operating carrier’s website.
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| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $100 | $100 | $100 | $0 / 100^ | $0 / 100^ | |
| To / From Cuba | $200 | $200 | $200 | $0 / $200^ | $0 / $200^ | Cuba overweight fee is $100 for tickets issued before April 26, 2022 and $200 for tickets issued on / after April 26, 2022 and travel on / after May 26, 2022. |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean or Central America, South America and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada Or between the Caribbean and Central America |
$100* | $100* | $100* | $0 / 100^ | $0 / 100^ | |
| Between Europe, Israel, Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, South America | $100* | $100* | $100* | $0 / 100^ | $0 / 100^ | |
| To or from Australia and New Zealand | $0 / $100^ | $0 / $100^ | $0 / $100^ | $0 / $100^ | $0 / $100^ | $150 AUD/NZD for travel originating in Australia or New Zealand |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand | $100 | $100 | $100 | $0 / 100^ | $0 / 100^ | 10,000JPY for travel originating in Japan |
*Seasonal and / or year-round limitations apply on checked bags and the number of boxes allowed for travel to select cities.
^Fee applies to any excess bags above the free allowance.
| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, South America and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada Or between the Caribbean and Central America |
$200* | $200* | $200* | $200* | $200* | *Seasonal and / or year-round limitations apply on checked bags and the number of boxes allowed for travel to select cities. |
| Between Europe, Israel, Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, South America | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | |
| To or from Australia and New Zealand | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong | $450 | $450 | $450 | $450 | $450 | 45,000JPY for travel originating in Japan |
*More than one fee may apply per bag, for example the checked bag fee + oversize fee + overweight fee.
We don't accept checked bags over 126 in / 320 cm on American Airlines operated flights.
| Regions | Basic Economy | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within and between U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Between Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada Or between the Caribbean and Central America |
$200*^ | $200*^ | $200*^ | $200*^ | $200*^ | ^ For Panama a $150 oversize fee applies for tickets issued on / after November 9, 2021. For tickets issued on / before November 8, 2021, the oversize fee is $200. |
| Between South America and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Between Europe, Israel, Qatar and U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and South America | $150* | $150* | $150* | $150* | $150* | |
| To or from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | 20,000JPY for travel originating in Japan. $150 AUD/NZD for travel originating in Australia or New Zealand. |
*Seasonal and / or year-round limitations apply on checked bags and the number of boxes allowed for travel to select cities.
More than one fee may apply per bag, for example the checked bag fee + oversize fee + overweight fee.
If you have questions about bag fees, please contact Reservations.
If you are checking audiovisual equipment, standard bag fees apply unless you're an eligible member of a media or entertainment company for which special rates apply.
Special items and sports equipment
1 Maximum of 3 bowling balls.
2 1 fishing rod case and one equipment/tackle box or bag count as 1 piece.
3 To, through or from London Heathrow (LHR) - $80 per case.
4 1 pair of skis or 1 snowboard and 1 equipment bag up to 50 lbs / 23 kgs and 62 in / 158 cm (length + width + height) count as 1 piece.
1 1 stick or bat bag and 1 equipment bag up to 50 lbs / 23 kgs and 62 in / 158 cm (length + width + height) count as 1 piece.
2 For bicycle and golf clubs, $150 sports equipment fee applies for 51 lbs / 23 kgs - 70 lbs / 32 kgs for tickets issued on / before November 8, 2021, and for tickets issued on / after November 9, 2021 the standard overweight fee applies.
| Service1, 2 | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business | First | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Same-day flight change | $75-$150 unless you qualify for other exceptions | Not available | $0 | $0 | $75 for domestic, Canada and Caribbean; $150 for transatlantic travel between JFK-LHR |
| Customers requiring extra space | 2 tickets at the same rate if arranged when you buy the original ticket | 2 tickets at the same rate if arranged when you buy the original ticket | 2 tickets at the same rate if arranged when you buy the original ticket | 2 tickets at the same rate if arranged when you buy the original ticket | Higher rate may apply for additional space if advanced arrangements are not made |
| Assistance by Reservations | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | Applies for voluntary trip changes not initially created by American Airlines Reservations or on aa.com |
| Tickets issued by American Airlines travel centers | Suspended until further notice | Suspended until further notice | Suspended until further notice | Suspended until further notice | Exception: Due to government requirements, the ticketing fee is still applicable in Colombia |
| Voluntary change to ticket before day of travel3 | No change fees for travel beginning in North or South America Up to $750 if travel begins outside North or South America |
Up to $750 for travel beginning outside North or South America | No change fees for travel beginning in North or South America Up to $750 if different point of origin |
No change fees for travel beginning in North or South America Up to $750 if different point of origin |
Fee varies depending on type of ticket purchased |
1AAdvantage® status members are exempt from some fees.
2Except in cases noted in the chart, ticketing fees apply at all American Airlines locations.
3Basic Economy fares bought on or after April 1, 2021, are non-refundable and non-changeable.
New international travel originating outside of North or South America
| Product or service* | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business | First | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred seats | $4-$139 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Per flight; price varies by flight |
| Main Cabin Extra | $20-$280 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Per flight; price varies by flight |
| Priority | $9-$74 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Each way; price varies by itinerary |
| Extended hold | $10-$16 | Not available | $20-$30 | $20-$30 | Per passenger, per booking on eligible itineraries. Price varies on number of days held (3, 5 or 7 days). Extended hold options not available on all flights. |
| Paid upgrade | Not available | $40-$90 per 500 mile segment |
$40-$90 per 500 mile segment |
$40-$90 per 500 mile segment |
Per passenger on eligible itineraries. Price on some international itineraries may be outside the adjacent price range due to currency fluctuations and taxes |
| Five Star ServiceSM | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | $350 at select airports |
*AAdvantage® status members receive complimentary access to some options.
| Service | Main Cabin | Premium Economy | Business | First | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaccompanied minor | $150 + tax | $150 + tax | $150 + tax | $150 + tax | Pricing applies each way |
| Service animals providing assistance for traveler | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | Certain restrictions apply based on your itinerary; not allowed for transporting an animal for training |
| Carry-on pet Within/between U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central America and Caribbean (if the country allows entry); not allowed to Hawaii |
$125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | Per kennel. Certain restrictions apply based on your itinerary. |
| Checked pet Within/between U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, Caribbean |
$200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | Per kennel. Certain restrictions apply based on your itinerary. |
| Checked pet Between the U.S. and Brazil |
$150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | Per kennel |
Depending on your purchased fare and geographic region, a non-refundable cash co-payment from $75 to $550 for each one-way trip (inclusive of federal excise taxes) for your AAdvantage® upgrade awards may be needed. Additional taxes and fees may also apply.
Approximately $0.03/mile (plus 7.5% federal excise tax)
Expired miles may be eligible for reactivation. Prices to reinstate depend on number of miles being reactivated; cost varies from $40 - $2,000 per transaction.
| Service | Main Cabin* | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food for sale | $2-$10 | $0 | $0 | Food selections vary by month |
| Beer | $8 | $0 | $0 | Complimentary beer varies by flight and is available in the Main Cabin of select international flights and Main Cabin Extra of select domestic and international flights |
| Spirits and wine | $9 | $0 | $0 | Complimentary spirits and wine vary by flight and are available in the Main Cabin of select international flights and Main Cabin Extra of select domestic and international flights |
| Sparkling wine | $9 | $0 | $0 | Offered on transcontinental and Hawaii flights. Complimentary on select international flights and Main Cabin Extra of select domestic and international flights |
*ConciergeKey® and AAdvantage Executive Platinum® members traveling in the Main Cabin get a complimentary drink and snack.
| Service | Main Cabin | Business Class | First Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic inflight Wi-Fi | $10* | $10* | $10* | *Available on almost all routes for as little as $10. Monthly and annual subscriptions also available at a flat rate of $49.95 |
| International inflight Wi-Fi | $10 | $10 | $10 | *Available on almost all routes for as little as $10. Monthly and annual subscriptions also available at a flat rate of $49.95 |
| In-seat entertainment | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wireless entertainment | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Earbuds | $0* | $0* | $0* | *Complimentary on select flights |
Optional service fees may be different and products may vary on flights operated by our airline partners. For details, please visit the operating carrier's website.
