As a very, very loyal American Airlines flyer, I’m so excited that the top-tier AAdvantage credit card (the one that comes with full Admirals Club membership!) is now sporting its highest-ever welcome offer. And this one is so good, I’m even considering upgrading my current AAdvantage card to snag the deal.
That’s a whopping 25,000 points more than the previous highest offer, making this bonus worth more than $1,800, according to TPG’s September 2026 valuations.
Now you might be wondering, “Am I even eligible for this great offer?” Luckily, Citi has fewer eligibility restrictions than some other issuers (as long as you haven’t had too many recent credit applications). You’ll want to have a credit score of at least 670.
You may also be eligible to receive the welcome bonus if you:
Haven’t earned a welcome bonus on this card in the past 48 months
Haven’t earned a welcome bonus on another AAdvantage card in the past 48 months and then upgraded to the Executive card
This card is a great choice for frequent American Airlines flyers and anyone hoping to earn elite status. And what really sets it apart from any other airline card is the generous lounge access it provides.
This is the only card that provides a full Admirals Club membership, which includes unlimited access for you and up to two guests traveling with you. That membership costs up to $1,400 per year now, so that’s an excellent value you’re getting from this $695-per-year card.
But this limited-time offer won’t be around forever, so if you’re thinking about adding this card to your wallet, do it now while you can score this historic 125,000-mile bonus.
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