Will Amex Platinum get me into Admirals Club?

Editorial and user-generated content is not provided, reviewed or endorsed by any company. No, the American Express Platinum card does not offer an Admirals Club membership anymore. The card currently offers complimentary access to several other airport lounges through its Global Lounge Collection.



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With the Amex Platinum Card or Amex Business Platinum Card, you have access to the following types of lounges:
  • American Express Centurion lounges.
  • Delta Sky Club lounges.
  • Priority Pass Select lounges.
  • Escape Lounges — The Centurion Studio Partner.
  • Plaza Premium lounges.
  • Lufthansa lounges.


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If you're flying in first or business class on select international, transcontinental or other domestic flights marketed and operated by American, its Oneworld airline partners or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American, you'll get complimentary Admirals Club access.

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The American Express® Gold Card doesn't offer lounge access. NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula incorporates coverage options, customer experience, customizability, cost and more.

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Upcoming Changes to the American Express Platinum Card The card's annual fee is set to increase from $699 to $799 (all figures in CAD) per year. If you currently have a Platinum Card, this fee will come into effect on your next card anniversary date after September 26, 2023.

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If you're a Platinum Card® from American Express cardholder, you get complimentary access to the Amex lounge networks on the day of your departure.

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As a Platinum Cardholder, you are entitled to a complimentary membership in Priority Pass.

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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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As with anything it depends how you value the benefits. I'd say for $50 it's a good deal. You get free alcoholic drinks (though premium ones still cost) and snacks plus somewhere quiet to eat.

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To upgrade to the Amex Platinum, you must have had the Amex Gold Card for at least one year. The Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act of 2009 forbids card issuers from increasing your annual fee if you've held a card for less than one year. Your account must also be in good standing.

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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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Compare Amex Platinum to other cards Amex Platinum has a higher annual fee than most credit cards, but it also offers unparalleled travel benefits and a robust rewards program. For example, your card gives you access to Delta Sky Club, The Centurion Lounge and several other airport lounge options.

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