Deal of the day: Fly to Puerto Rico for only 8,000 AAdvantage miles

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Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny brought the island’s culture to center stage on Sunday during the Super Bowl LX halftime show, filling Levi’s Stadium’s field with native Puerto Rican vegetation and performing almost entirely in Spanish. It was a love letter to the island, and it likely sparked some wanderlust in viewers. If his electric performance had you dreaming of palm trees, sandy beaches and the sounds of reggaeton, now is your chance to make that dream a reality.

Right now, there’s solid award availability to fly American Airlines to San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) for as few as 8,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles each way. Whether you want to explore Old San Juan, hit the beaches along the island’s northeast coast or eat your way through the local food scene, this deal makes it easy to book a trip without packing your passport.

Read on to learn what routes are available and how to book this deal.

(Note that prices and availability were accurate at the time of writing.)

TPG’s deal of the day basics

Airline: American Airlines
Routes: Flights between SJU and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Miami International Airport (MIA), Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Orlando International Airport (MCO), Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Best way to book: American Airlines AAdvantage miles (which you can get by transferring Citi ThankYou Rewards points at a 1:1 ratio)
Price: 8,000 miles plus $5.60 in fees and taxes
Retail price: From $136 each way
Travel dates: Various dates from March to November

How to find and book TPG’s deal of the day

We found this deal on Seats.aero, which makes it easy to search AAdvantage flights across the country a year out (with a Pro membership).

Head to American’s website to book directly. Main cabin fares include advance standard seat selection, a free carry-on bag, and complimentary snacks and soft drinks.

When you consider the cash component equals the cost of a cup of coffee plus miles, you’re getting a great deal to Puerto Rico.

AAdvantage screenshot — AMERICAN AIRLINES

Remember, always confirm availability with the airline before transferring your points or miles.

How to earn the points or miles required for TPG’s deal of the day

One of the simplest ways to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles is by using cobranded Citi cards. Here are some of the current welcome offers available for these cards:

Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® (see rates and fees): For a limited time, earn 100,000 bonus miles after spending $10,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening.
Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® (see rates and fees): For a limited time, earn 90,000 bonus miles after spending $5,000 on purchases within the first four months of account opening.
Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® (see rates and fees): Earn 65,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first four months from account opening.

Bottom line

Whether you want to try mofongo, learn the history of Old San Juan or relax on a beautiful beach, this deal makes it easy to visit Puerto Rico without burning through your miles balance.

At just 8,000 AAdvantage miles each way plus $5.60 in taxes and fees, you’re looking at excellent value for a domestic flight to a tropical destination.

Book soon, as award availability at this price could disappear quickly.

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