American Airlines And Mastercard Extend Exclusive Partnership To Enhance AAdvantage Co-Branded Cardholder Travel Experiences

Benzinga · 07/21/2025 13:07

Agreement strengthens one of the world's largest co-branded portfolios, enhancing priceless experiences for AAdvantage Mastercard cardmembers

American Airlines and Mastercard today announced an extension of their decades-long partnership, reinforcing a shared commitment to delivering more rewarding travel experiences and value through advanced payments technology and services.

"American is proud to collaborate with Mastercard to deliver best-in-class travel solutions for our AAdvantage® co-branded credit cardmembers," said American's CEO Robert Isom. "Together, we are rewarding our mutual customers with travel experiences that make their journeys truly special."

The agreement secures Mastercard as the exclusive payment network partner for American's co-branded credit cards, building on nearly 40 years of collaboration between the two companies. Together, American and Mastercard will continue to enhance the AAdvantage® program — American's industry-leading travel rewards program — while providing cardholders with seamless and personalized experiences on every trip.