Jamaica is one of the most beautiful — and popular — destinations in the Caribbean. Whether it’s one of your favorite destinations or you’ve simply always wanted to visit, there are a couple of compelling reasons to visit right now.
The first is that Jamaica is open and welcoming visitors as it recovers from last year’s Hurricane Melissa, and your visit can help support the island nation’s efforts. The second is that we found amazing economy and business-class deals that can make your visit more affordable.
This week, we found widespread availability on American Airlines this spring and summer, starting at just 8,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles each way in economy and 20,000 miles each way in business class (plus taxes and fees).
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.)
Related: Why American Airlines AAdvantage has become my most valuable rewards currency
TPG’s deal of the day basics
- Airline: American Airlines
- Routes: Flights between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Miami International Airport (MIA) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), and Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica
- Best way to book: Directly with American Airlines using AAdvantage miles
- Price: 8,000 miles for economy or 20,000 miles for business class, plus $49.60 in taxes and fees
- Retail price: From $118 each way for economy and $439 for business class
- Travel dates: Various dates from April through August
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. In business class, you can expect extras like two free checked bags, a lie-flat seat and premium dining options.
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Our searches revealed that discounted cash rates on some dates are equally impressive, if you’d rather save your miles for a longer flight or one where the miles value far exceeds the cash rate. The difference in value between cash and miles for business class is slightly greater than in economy, but we would certainly never complain about paying only 8,000 AAdvantage miles plus taxes and fees if you have miles to burn.
Related: The best all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica, from honeymoon hot spots to family-friendly resorts
Remember to 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:
You can also transfer Citi ThankYou Rewards points to your AAdvantage account at a 1:1 ratio.
Related: The highest-ever offer is back: Earn 100,000 AAdvantage miles with the Citi / AA Executive Card
Bottom line
If Jamaica is on your must-visit list this year, snag this award flight deal to Montego Bay before it disappears. Jamaica’s sunshine and clear waters are unlimited, but availability for this deal is not.
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