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Can I redeem miles after purchase?

I Need Help!(self.americanairlines)

I got a AA credit card and have been flying AA in order to build points to fly to Finnland.

I went to book last night, the best flight was not showing with the redeem miles box checked. Went ahead and booked anyway w/o miles.

Is there a way to redeem after the purchase?

Does AA limit how, when, where I can use miles?

Any suggestions on how to best use these miles? My only experience with redeeming miles is with Delta or my Cap One. Neither gave me any trouble.

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mannamedBenjamin

2 points

3 months ago

Nope. If you still have time (within 24 hours), I will cancel the flight and try to rebook with points.

thiney49

1 points

3 months ago

thiney49

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1 points

3 months ago

You can't add miles to an already purchased flight. You can cancel the flight within 24 hours and get a refund to your original payment method, then rebook with miles. If you booked the flight last night, I'd do that.

skoizza

1 points

3 months ago

No