LAXLAS
Los Angeles → Las Vegas · Frontier Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 25
Recent prices
Round-trip
$19
AA
About American Airlines
American operates one of the largest fleets in the world, with strength across the Sun Belt and Latin America from its Dallas/Fort Worth and Miami hubs. Its AAdvantage program is one of the oldest loyalty programs in the industry, and the airline flies nonstop to more Mexican and Caribbean destinations than any other US carrier.
Key hubs
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)Charlotte (CLT)Chicago (ORD)Miami (MIA)Philadelphia (PHL)Phoenix (PHX)
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LASPHX
Las Vegas → Phoenix · Frontier Airlines
Nonstop · Dec 1
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$23
PHXLAS
Phoenix → Las Vegas · Frontier Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 25
Recent prices
Round-trip
$24
SFOLAX
San Francisco → Los Angeles · Frontier Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 27
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$28
ATLMIA
Atlanta → Miami · Frontier Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 19
Good dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$30
LAXSAN
Los Angeles → San Diego · United Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 13
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$33
PHXLAX
Phoenix → Los Angeles · Frontier Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 19
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$40
LAXPHX
Los Angeles → Phoenix · Frontier Airlines
1 stop · Nov 18
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$51
LAXSFO
Los Angeles → San Francisco · United Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 25
Recent prices
Round-trip
$59
MIATPA
Miami → Tampa · MX
Nonstop · Nov 25
Recent prices
Round-trip
$59
DFWAUS
Dallas-Fort Worth → Austin · Southwest Airlines
Nonstop · Nov 18
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$60
JFKBOS
New York → Boston · JetBlue
Nonstop · Nov 8
Great dealRecent pricesCheapest recent fare this month
Round-trip
$65
Good to know
American Airlines baggage & cancellation policy
| 1st checked bag | $45 online in advance ($50 at the airport) |
|---|---|
| 2nd checked bag | $55 online in advance ($60 at the airport) |
| Carry-on | Free — 1 carry-on + 1 personal item |
| Flight changes | No change fee on Main Cabin and above (US flights); Basic Economy tickets can't be changed |
| Cancellation | Free within 24 hours of booking; after that, Main Cabin+ tickets can be cancelled for travel credit |
Typical US domestic economy fees, checked October 2026. Airlines change fees and rules often, and exact amounts depend on your route and fare type — when you enquire, we confirm the exact baggage and cancellation terms for your ticket before you pay.
Flying American Airlines: what to know
Bags: where the fare grows
The ticket price is only the start on American Airlines. A first checked bag runs $45 online in advance ($50 at the airport), and a second is $55 online in advance ($60 at the airport). Carry-on: Free — 1 carry-on + 1 personal item. If you know you'll check a bag, tell us when you enquire — we'll price the ticket with bags included, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
Changes and cancellations
No change fee on Main Cabin and above (US flights); Basic Economy tickets can't be changed. Cancellation: Free within 24 hours of booking; after that, Main Cabin+ tickets can be cancelled for travel credit. The practical takeaway: if your plans might move, the cheapest fare class is often the most expensive mistake. Ask us to price a flexible fare alongside the basic one — sometimes the difference is a few dollars, and it buys you real options.
Where American Airlines is strongest
American Airlines routes its network through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Charlotte (CLT), Chicago (ORD) and more. Fares are usually sharpest where the airline flies nonstop and often, so hub routes are where deals show up first. Routes our travelers book most: New York to Dallas, New York to Seattle and New York to Fort Lauderdale. You can also browse today's live deals across every airline we track.
- Pay for checked bags in advance when you can — the airport counter is rarely the cheapest moment.
- The 24-hour rule protects you: cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund on tickets bought a week or more before departure.
- Set a fare alert for your route — American Airlines fares on popular routes move several times a week.
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American Airlines FAQs
›Does American Airlines charge for checked bags?
Standard domestic economy fares include a carry-on but checked bags cost extra, with fees varying by route. Lighter Basic Economy fares have tighter restrictions, so read the fare rules before booking.
›Which airports are American Airlines hubs?
American's hubs include Dallas/Fort Worth, Charlotte, Chicago O'Hare, Miami, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Washington–Reagan, and Los Angeles.
›How do I find cheap American Airlines flights?
American matches most competitor sales — the sweet spot is booking 3–8 weeks out for domestic routes. Tuesday and Wednesday flights are usually cheapest, and fare alerts catch flash sales.
›What is AAdvantage?
AAdvantage is American's free loyalty program. Miles earned on flights and partner activity can be redeemed for award travel across the oneworld alliance.
›Does American fly to the Caribbean?
Yes — American flies to more Caribbean and Latin American destinations from the US than any other airline, especially from its Miami hub.
›How much is a checked bag on American Airlines?
A first checked bag is $45 online in advance ($50 at the airport) and a second is $55 online in advance ($60 at the airport). Carry-on: Free — 1 carry-on + 1 personal item. Fees checked October 2026 — we confirm the exact amount for your route and fare type before you pay.
›Can I change or cancel a American Airlines ticket?
No change fee on Main Cabin and above (US flights); Basic Economy tickets can't be changed. Cancellation: Free within 24 hours of booking; after that, Main Cabin+ tickets can be cancelled for travel credit. Federal rules also let you cancel any US booking within 24 hours for a full refund, as long as you booked at least a week before departure.
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