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Does American Express Platinum get you priority boarding?

American Express Platinum card does not offer priority boarding. Priority boarding is a benefit that allows cardholders to get to their seat sooner than general boarding groups. The only American Express card that offer priority boarding is Amex Delta Platinum.



No, the standard American Express Platinum Card does not grant you universal priority boarding across all airlines. Priority boarding is typically a perk reserved for airline-specific "co-branded" credit cards (like the Delta SkyMiles Platinum or United Quest card) or for those with elite frequent flyer status. However, the Amex Platinum does provide a form of "priority" through its Global Lounge Collection, giving you access to Centurion Lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), and Priority Pass lounges, allowing you to wait in luxury until the final boarding call. Furthermore, if you use your Amex Platinum "Fine Hotels + Resorts" benefits, you may get "priority" treatment at your destination, but not on the aircraft itself. The only way the Amex Platinum helps with the boarding process is if you use the card's "Airline Fee Credit" to purchase a boarding upgrade on a specific flight, but it is not an automatic, baked-in benefit of the card like it is with many carrier-specific credit cards.

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While the Amex Platinum card doesn't offer any type of airline elite status, the good news is it does offer status in multiple hotel and rental car elite programs.

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Upon receipt of your enrollment information, Priority Pass will send your Priority Pass card and membership package which you should receive within 4-6 weeks. If you have not received the Priority Pass card after 4 to 6 weeks, please contact American Express using the number on the back of your American Express® Card.

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Yes, it's possible to get Priority Pass for “free, but this kind of membership comes through a credit card with an annual fee.

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Enjoy complimentary upgrades from Business to First Class when travelling to destinations around the world. Appreciate roomier seats, premium service and more relaxing journeys. Simply use your Platinum Card to purchase an eligible ticket in specified classes.

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As part of The American Express Global Lounge Collection®, Platinum Card® members can enjoy unlimited, complimentary access to Plaza Premium lounges around the world. Plaza Premium is a network of airport lounges around the world that are open to The Platinum Card® members, regardless of airline or ticket class.

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How to get (and pay for) TSA PreCheck. To get PreCheck, you'll start by submitting an online application before moving on to an in-person appointment at a Transportation Security Administration Enrollment Center. If approved, you'll get a Known Traveler Number, which you'll then enter whenever you book a flight.

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No, the Priority Pass membership card is not transferable. When you access a lounge, the staff will need to check that the name printed on your membership card matches your boarding pass.

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Your Card includes a Priority Pass™ membership (valued at US$99*) and two complimentary visits annually (valued at US$35 each*). So sit back, relax, and enjoy in one of the more than 1,300 Priority Pass™ lounges worldwide. **Values as of January 2023.

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Platinum cardholders have access to discounted flights through International Airline Program (IAP), which allows members to book first, business and premium economy at a discount on select airlines and routes.

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These tricks and ground rules are worth keeping in mind as you try to land that elusive free upgrade.
  1. Be a seriously loyal customer. ...
  2. Get an airline credit card. ...
  3. Dress neatly. ...
  4. Check in online at the earliest possible time. ...
  5. Be on time, and have good timing. ...
  6. Ask politely and directly. ...
  7. Be reasonable.


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Platinum cards must be paid off in full every month. Gold card owners can carry over certain balances with interest.

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The statement credits alone are worth over $1,400, but they are somewhat limited and don't match most cardholders' spending patterns. As long as you're able to get enough value with this card to cover the $695 annual fee, The Platinum Card® from American Express is worth considering.

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Beginning September 26, 2023, the Platinum Card's already steep annual fee will go from $699 to $799 per year on your next card anniversary. It will also cost more to add a supplementary Platinum Card to an account with the fee rising from $175 to $250 at the same time.

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In other words, you can apply for The Platinum Card® from American Express and earn a welcome offer once and only once.

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