AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite vs World of Hyatt
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
$99/yr
6.0/10
VS
World of Hyatt
$95/yr
6.5/10
Quick Answer
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite charges $99/yr with 1X base rewards. World of Hyatt charges $95/yr with 1X base rewards. World of Hyatt offers better overall value for most spenders when comparing fees, rewards, and benefits side by side.
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Winner by Category
Annual Fees
World of Hyatt
Lower annual fee ($99 vs $95)
Rewards Earning
World of Hyatt
6 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
0 benefits vs 0
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
World of Hyatt wins for most people
The $4 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
Apply for AAdvantage Aviator Red World EliteRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
| American Airlines purchases | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
World of Hyatt
| Hyatt properties (4 base + 5 bonus) | 9.0X |
| Dining | 2.0X |
| Airline tickets (direct) | 2.0X |
| Local transit & commuting | 2.0X |
| Fitness clubs & gym memberships | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
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