What airline is best with Amex Platinum?


What airline is best with Amex Platinum?

The best AmEx transfer partners
  • Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. ...
  • AeroMexico. ...
  • Cathay Pacific. ...
  • Choice Hotels. ...
  • Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Miles. ...
  • Hilton Honors. ...
  • JetBlue TrueBlue. ...
  • Marriott Bonvoy. The last option on this list, Marriott Bonvoy points make a poor transfer partner of American Express.


Does American Express Platinum include TSA PreCheck?

The Platinum Card® from American Express Global Entry/TSA PreCheck benefit: Receive one statement credit every four years after you apply for Global Entry ($100) or every four-and-a-half years after you apply for TSA PreCheck ($85) and pay for it with your card (enrollment required, terms apply).


Is Amex considered prestigious?

The American Express Platinum card is a prestigious credit card because it's a metal card meant for big spenders with good credit or better who travel often and can take advantage of generous perks.


Does Amex Platinum give airline upgrades?

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.


Do I get 5x points on AmEx Platinum if I book directly with airline?

Terms apply. For example, The Platinum Card® from American Express cardholders earn 5x points on flights booked directly with an airline or through AmEx Travel and 5x points on prepaid hotels booked through AmEx Travel. They also have access to the Fine Hotels & Resorts collection through the travel portal.


Is 200K Amex points a lot?

While 200K Amex points will typically only give you about $2,000 in value when you shop for flights in the Amex travel portal, you can sometimes find Business or First Class flights — that can normally cost over $10,000 — for only 200K points, when transferred to a frequent flyer program.


How much is 2 million Amex points worth?

The value of 2 million AMEX points can vary depending on how they are redeemed. AMEX points can be used for a variety of rewards including travel, merchandise, gift cards, and statement credits. Assuming an average value of 1 cent per point, 2 million AMEX points would be worth $20,000.


Can you get into any airport lounge with Amex Platinum?

Platinum Card Members can enjoy access to more than 1,400+ airport lounges across 140 countries and counting, including flagship locations through The Centurion® Network which includes Centurion Lounges and Escape Lounges- The Centurion® Studio Partner.


Does Amex Platinum get me into Delta Lounge?

Amex Platinum cardmembers get access to Delta-operated Sky Club lounges when flying on a Delta-operated flight or a Delta-marketed flight operated by WestJet. To find eligible lounges, head to Delta's website and select Platinum Card® Members From American Express as your membership type.


Is Delta an Amex travel partner?

For those that enjoy flying Delta and have an American Express credit card, it's good to know that Delta is one of the airline transfer partners of American Express.


Does Amex Platinum let you in Delta Lounge?

Customers with select Platinum Cards and Centurion Cards from American Express may access Delta Sky Club locations when traveling on a same-day ticket on a Delta-operated (Delta or Delta Connection) or Delta-marketed flight operated by WestJet (006 ticket number).


How do you get bumped to first class?

Upgrade Your Air Travel: 10 Tips to Score a First-Class Seat
  1. Join airline loyalty programs.
  2. Volunteer to be bumped.
  3. Use offers from your credit cards.
  4. Book flights during off-peak times.
  5. Check for available upgrades online.
  6. Consider late flight offers.
  7. Arrive early for check-in.
  8. Bid for an upgrade.