American AAdvantage: First Class to Sydney for 110,000 Miles (May 2026)

American AAdvantage is showing first class award space from Los Angeles to Sydney for 110,000 miles plus $35 in taxes, which is about 45% below what you'd typically pay for this premium cabin on this route.

This award availability is on May 6, 2026, flying nonstop from LAX to SYD. At 110,000 miles, you're looking at a significant discount compared to the roughly 200,000 miles American typically charges for first class on this long-haul Pacific route. The taxes and fees come in at just $35, keeping out-of-pocket costs minimal.

There's only one seat available, so this works best for a solo traveler or someone scouting options for a special trip. If you're traveling with family, you'd need to find additional availability on the same or a connecting itinerary.

One practical note: May falls during autumn in Australia, which means milder weather and fewer crowds in Sydney. It's a pleasant time to visit, and booking this far out gives you flexibility to plan around the flight.

If you don't have 110,000 AAdvantage miles on hand, American's co-branded credit cards and transfer partners through hotel programs can help you get there, though transfers from hotels typically aren't the best value.

How to book

Search and book directly through American Airlines at aa.com. Log into your AAdvantage account, select "Redeem miles," and enter the LAX-SYD route with your May 6, 2026 travel date.