How to Book American Airlines Senior Discount Flights?

For seniors who love adventure, discounts are a much-needed thing. Especially so when they are booking flight! Do we have airlines offering senior discounts? Yes, of course, we have. American Airlines is a leading carrier within US that offers you senior discounts. You or your close kin might qualify for a discount. Make sure you go through our AirCancellation to understand how American Airlines senior discount works with this airline.

Who Qualifies for American Airlines Senior Discounts on Flights?

Okay so far so good. But what are the criteria which make you eligible for a senior discount? Well, to start with you must not be less than 65 years old. American Airlines has chosen this age limit because most people retire by this time. Veterans from any field who have actively contributed throughout for their nation can qualify for a senior discount. In spite of all your achievements, American Airlines has put certain conditions for availing senior discounts. Here are the two main conditions that you must fulfill.

• Provide a government-issued ID at the time of check-in.
• The ID must prove reliably that your age is 65 or more. 

How much is American Airlines Senior Discount?

Seniors get a smart discount of up to 15 % on American Airlines. This discount is on the base fare. It essentially means you will have to bear the airport taxes. You should not get disheartened as there are several cool ways of keeping the ticket price affordable.

• American Airlines allows you to pay for the ticket with miles also. - That is when you are just short of the total amount payable for the itinerary.
• Get an Award ticket. - You may be able to get an award ticket with miles.

American Airlines lets seniors enjoy many more benefits. Want to know more about senior discount flights. You can call the airline or AirCancellation on +1-800-433-7300 or +1-888-826-0067.

How to get American Airlines Senior Discount benefits?

Seniors need to be smart to avail of American Airlines senior discount. Having an AAdvantage account will always be a plus point. All miles you have accumulated will be visible on this account. Even if you do not have sufficient miles to acquire a ticket, you could acquire miles from your close relatives. Acquiring miles is not an expensive affair. Just 2 cents per mile! Here are the steps you must follow to buy miles.

• Log In to Your AAdvantage Account - Visit aa.com and sign in with your AAdvantage credentials.
• Navigate to the 'Buy or Gift Miles' Section – Once logged in, go to the Buy or Gift Miles page.
• Select 'Buy Miles' – Choose the option to purchase miles for your own account.
• Choose the number of miles - Select the quantity of miles you wish to purchase.
• Enter payment Information – Provide your credit card details to complete the purchase.
• Confirmation – After the transaction, you'll receive a confirmation email. Miles typically take up to 24 hours to appear in your account.

How to book flights for American Airlines Senior Discount?

You can go through a travel agent. But, seniors will find booking American Airlines senior discount flights simple. Follow the steps given below.

• When booking with cash:

1. When booking flights you will find the option of booking flights with senior fare. Opt for this.
2. If senior discount is available on the route on the desired dates, you will get all the flight options.
3. Pay for the ticket and wait for itinerary confirmation.

• When booking with miles:

1. Choose the option of paying with AAdvantage miles when you begin booking.
2. Opt for the senior fare out of all the options shown.
3. You will be shown the flights where senior discounts are available.
4. Make sure you have the required number of miles to book a ticket.
5. Log in to your AAdvantage account with your username and password.
6. Approve the payment and wait for the confirmation of itinerary.

Additional Benefits for American Airlines Senior Discount

All this sounds good so far but there is much more to go. Here is what makes flying with American Airlines very cool.

• Get upgrades - You may pay for an upgrade either with miles or with cash.
• Earn miles - With each flight you book, you get hikes in the miles. 
• Use AAdvantage credit card - You can pay for the flight with AAdvantage credit card and you will get bonus miles also.
• Validity of miles - Your have to use the miles just once in 24 months to keep them active.
• Mobility assistance - Get wheelchair assistance at the airport or in the flight.
• Adjacent seat for caregiver - Get an adjacent seat for a companion or caregiver.
• Approved medical device - You may be allowed to travel with a medical device you need.
• Emotional support animals - The airline also allows you to travel with a dog. 
• Special assistance - Inpidual assistance for hearing, vision, cognitive or developmental disabilities.
• Early Boarding – Seniors can board the aircraft early, allowing them extra time to get settled.

Need Help Booking or Exploring Senior Fares?

Travelling as a senior can be challenging. The challenge begins right from the time you start looking for a discounted fare. Not all flights may offer you tickets with a senior fare. Here is what AirCancellation offers you:

• Search discounted flights for seniors – Advanced search tools highlight available senior discounts and provide clear options.
• Modifiable tickets for the trip. - You will find flexible options for your trip.

Ready to explore American Airlines senior discount flights? Get in touch with the airline or AirCancellation on +1-800-433-7300 or +1-888-826-0067 to book senior discounted flights on the go. It's never too late to see the world—let us help you get there!

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• American Airlines Cancellation Policy
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