Flights booked using Avios are called Reward Flights. Reward Flights can be taken with British Airways, Iberia, American Airlines and our oneworld partners. The only cash amount required for Reward Flights is to cover the taxes, fees and carrier charges.

Yes, you can absolutely use British Airways Avios to book flights on American Airlines in 2026, as both carriers are core members of the oneworld alliance. This is often considered one of the "sweet spots" in travel hacking, particularly for short-haul domestic flights within the United States. To do this, you log into your British Airways Executive Club account and use the "Book a Flight with Avios" tool. Because BA uses a distance-based award chart, short hops (like New York to Charlotte or Miami to Nassau) can often be booked for fewer Avios than the equivalent miles American's own AAdvantage program would charge. In 2026, you must ensure that "Saver" level award space is available on the American Airlines flight for it to appear on the BA website. Keep in mind that while the Avios cost may be low, you will still be responsible for taxes and fees, though these are typically minimal (starting at around $5.60) for domestic U.S. routes.