American Airlines hikes annual fees on rewards cards for first time since 2018 — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-airlines-hikes-annual-fees-on-rewards-cards-for-first-time-since-2018Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. American Airlines Hikes Rewards Card Fees For First Time Since 2018https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-airlines-hikes-annual-fees-on-rewards-cards-for-first-time-since-2018https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-airlines-hikes-annual-fees-on-rewards-cards-for-first-time-since-2018#u169820Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:26:03 +0000American Airlines and Citi are raising annual fees on two rewards credit cards for the first time since 2018. The Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard increases from $99 to $150 yearly. The fee hike accompanies enhanced travel benefits and new ways to earn miles on the co-branded cards. This adjustment reflects a broader industry trend among airlines and financial institutions raising co-branded card pricing.Why it mattersAirlines generate substantial revenue by selling frequent-flyer miles to financial institutions, which distribute them through credit card rewards programs.