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JetBlue Business Card vs American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card

Both are travel travel cards. The JetBlue Business Card comes from Barclays at $99/yr; the American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card from Citi at $0/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

These cards are close on the fundamentals (similar bonus value, similar fee). The right pick depends on which category you spend the most in and which transfer partners best fit your travel goals.

FeatureJetBlue Business CardAmerican Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card
Annual fee$99$0
Sign-up bonusNot advertisedNot advertised
Bonus value (est.)--
Min spend to unlock bonus--
IssuerBarclaysCiti
Card categorytraveltravel
Best earning category (Airline)6x2x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      JetBlue Business Card
      $99/yr ·
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      American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card
      $0/yr ·

      Editorial take: JetBlue Business Card

      Editorial take: American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, JetBlue Business Card or American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card?
      Neither card has a publicly advertised sign-up bonus today. Watch for limited-time offers from each issuer.
      Is the JetBlue Business Card's $99 annual fee worth it compared to the American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card?
      At $99/yr, the JetBlue Business Card is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the JetBlue Business Card and American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (Barclays and Citi) the application rules don't conflict. Many points enthusiasts hold both, they pair well when one earns flexible bank points and the other earns a different currency.
      Should I get the JetBlue Business Card or the American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. JetBlue Business Card: no published min spend. American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card: no published min spend. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.

      Card details on this page reflect the most recent data we've verified against the issuer's own site. Sign-up bonuses and fees can change at any time, confirm the current offer on the issuer's page before applying.