Earn 3x American Airlines Miles and 250 Bonus Points With Shell

American Airlines changed the game a couple of years ago when it created Loyalty Points. These points allow members to earn elite status without ever stepping foot on a plane. One of the many ways to earn miles and Loyalty Points is via the airline’s partnership with Shell.

Right now, there is a promotion where new members can earn 250 bonus AAdvantage miles and then earn 3x miles/Loyalty Points for every gallon of gas purchased at Shell stations.

This is an easy way to boost your balance, but is it worth it?

Here’s everything you need to know.

Promotion Details

The latest update on the Fuel Rewards partnership between American Airlines and Shell is now available, as first flagged by AwardWallet.

With this new offer, you’ll earn 250 miles after registering and completing your first fill-up (of at least 5 gallons) during the promotion period.

Note that the 250-mile offer expires on October 3, 2026, so you have plenty of time.

In addition, members will earn 3x American Airlines AAdvantage miles per gallon of fuel purchased at Shell (with a 20-gallon maximum per fill-up).

Is It Worth It?

Always shop around. Depending on your location, purchasing gas at Shell can be more expensive than other gas stations, which means it may not be worthwhile to switch just to take advantage of this promotion.

As it stands, we value American Airlines miles at 1.4 cents each, which means you’ll get 4.2 cents in value per gallon with this offer. If the gas station you regularly go to is 4 cents cheaper, don’t switch.

Shell also has its own Fuel Rewards program, which offers 3 tiers of status. Platinum members save 10 cents per gallon, Gold members save 5 cents per gallon, and Silver members save 3 cents per gallon.

As you can see, the only time it would make sense to opt for AA miles would be if you were Silver or below; otherwise, you’re losing out.

We know this sounds bleak, but there is some value to be had. Earning 4.2% back (as AAdvantage miles) is more than a sharp stick in the eye, and if you want to earn American Airlines elite status this can help. The miles you earn also count for elite status, so if you’re a frequent driver, 3x miles/Loyalty Points can really add up.

Final Thoughts

This Fuel Rewards promotion offers elevated earnings on fuel purchased with Shell. Although it isn’t much, getting 3x miles per gallon plus a 250-mile bonus can be helpful for chasing American Airlines elite status.