In particular, Gold members get a 40% bonus, Platinum members get a 60% bonus, Platinum Pro members get an 80% bonus and Executive Platinum members get a 120% bonus. These bonuses let you earn more redeemable miles and Loyalty Points on flights.
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But only the most loyal members can achieve American's top-tier elite status: American Airlines Executive Platinum. For their loyalty, American rewards Executive Platinum elites with perks including first-class upgrades, lounge access, free checked bags and a 120% mileage bonus.
Complimentary drinks and snacksWe offer fresh coffee, tea, juice, water and soft drinks, as well as complimentary snacks on board. AAdvantage Executive Platinum® and ConciergeKey® members also get a complimentary alcoholic drink and food menu item during their flight.
Earn AAdvantage elite statusAAdvantage members with Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro or Platinum status can access Admirals Club lounges when flying internationally on the routes and airlines mentioned above.
Below are a few of the most valuable Platinum benefits: Priority check-in, security and boarding. Complimentary Main Cabin Extra and Preferred seats, when available. Complimentary upgrades within North America as early as 48 hours before departure (including award tickets).
1st checked bag is complimentary for:Eligible AAdvantage® Aviator® and Citi® / AAdvantage® cardmembers (on domestic American Airlines operated itineraries)AAdvantage Gold.
To score a complimentary upgrade on a long-haul, international American Airlines flight, AAdvantage Platinum Pro, Executive Platinum and Million Miler elite status holders can use systemwide upgrades.
For most people, it probably won't be worth going very far out of your way to chase airline elite status. You can easily replicate many of the perks that a low- or even mid-tier elite traveler would enjoy by holding the right credit cards and buying the occasional upgrade to first class.
First class loungesFlyers with Executive Club Silver status can get in if they are booked in first class. You can bring one guest in with you. Oneworld Emerald members can access these lounges if they're on a scheduled flight operated by British Airways or one of their Oneworld partners.
Knowing that you'll have a comfortable and relaxing place to go after the stress of airport security may change how you feel about your trip. For many travelers, an airport lounge experience helps to reduce anxiety and makes spending time at the airport more enjoyable — which helps to start their trip off right.