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American Airlines' premium long-haul Business Class

Includes Flagship Lounge access

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Find available AAdvantage Miles redemptions in Business Class

About American Airlines Business Class

Flagship Business offers lie-flat seats with direct aisle access on international long-haul flights. Enjoy Flagship Lounge access, premium dining, and Casper bedding for a comfortable journey.

Lie-flat seats with direct aisle access
Flagship Lounge access at hub airports
Multi-course dining with premium wines
Casper bedding with mattress pad
Priority check-in, boarding, and baggage

Aircraft with American Airlines Business Class

These aircraft operate Business Class on American Airlines long-haul routes

Boeing 777-300ER

Flagship with Flagship First suites

Business Class Layout 1-2-1
Business Class Seats 52
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Boeing 787-9

Dreamliner long-haul workhorse

Business Class Layout 1-2-1
Business Class Seats 30
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Boeing 787-8

Compact Dreamliner

Business Class Layout 1-2-1
Business Class Seats 20
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Airbus A321XLR

New narrow-body transatlantic

Business Class Layout 1-1
Business Class Seats 20
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Best Business Class Award Redemptions

These routes offer excellent value for your AAdvantage Miles when booking Business Class.

Dallas to London

57,500 miles

Standard transatlantic business

JFK to Tokyo

60,000 miles

Web Special pricing common

Miami to Bogotá

30,000 miles

Short-haul international value

Frequently Asked Questions

Is AA Flagship Business good?

Yes, AA's Flagship Business features lie-flat reverse herringbone seats with direct aisle access on 777-300ER and 787 aircraft. Combined with Flagship Lounge access and quality dining, it's a strong business class product.

How many miles for AA business class to Europe?

AA uses dynamic pricing. Transatlantic business class typically starts around 57,500 miles one-way, with Web Specials sometimes offering 40,000-50,000 miles.

What is the Flagship Lounge?

Flagship Lounges are AA's premium lounges at major hubs (JFK, MIA, LAX, DFW, ORD, PHL) offering hot buffet dining, premium drinks, shower suites, and a quiet environment for business class passengers.

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