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American Airlines AAdvantage vs JetBlue TrueBlue

American Airlines AAdvantage miles are worth more as of October 13, 2026: an estimated 1.45¢ each against 1.3¢ for JetBlue TrueBlue points, 12% more per point. 50,000 come to about $725 against $650.

Values updated

American Airlines AAdvantage vs JetBlue TrueBlue, side by side
MeasureAmerican Airlines AAdvantageJetBlue TrueBlue
Value per point1.45¢1.3¢
10,000 worth$145$130
50,000 worth$725$650
100,000 worth$1,450$1,300
A great award1.74¢ or more a point1.56¢ or more a point
A poor awardunder 1.31¢ a pointunder 1.17¢ a point
Rewards currencymilespoints
Run byAmerican AirlinesJetBlue
Ranked2 of 11, US airlines3 of 102, airline miles3 of 11, US airlines10 of 102, airline miles

Values are Points Frog's estimates of one point redeemed for good, available awards, not cash-out or transfer rates. How we value points.

American Airlines AAdvantage

JetBlue TrueBlue

Quick answers

Which is worth more, American Airlines AAdvantage or JetBlue TrueBlue?

American Airlines AAdvantage miles are worth more as of October 13, 2026: an estimated 1.45¢ each against 1.3¢ for JetBlue TrueBlue points, 12% more per point. 50,000 come to about $725 against $650.

How many JetBlue TrueBlue points equal 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles?

About 55,769. At 1.3¢ each, that many points match the $725 estimated for 50,000 miles at 1.45¢. This compares value only; the programs do not exchange points at this rate.

Is a higher value per point always better?

No. A program worth less per point can still win if it earns more points per dollar or per flight, or if its awards fly where you want to go. Compare what you would earn on your own spending and the awards you would book before choosing between American Airlines AAdvantage and JetBlue TrueBlue.

Where do these values come from?

Points Frog's valuation catalog estimates what one point is worth when redeemed for good, available travel awards, in US cents. It is an editorial average, not a cash-out rate, and each program's page shows its dated valuation history.

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