Citi AAdvantage Platinum Benefits & Credits (2026)
Citi AAdvantage Platinum gives you $140 in annual credits and perks for a $99 fee. Here's every benefit and how to use it.
Every Citi AAdvantage Platinum benefit
First Checked Bag Free
Your first checked bag is free on American Airlines flights for you and up to 4 companions on the same reservation — saving $35 per person each way.
How to use: Book American Airlines flights and pay with your Citi AAdvantage Platinum. Present card or AAdvantage number at check-in for automatic waiver.
Preferred Boarding
Preferred boarding (Group 5) on American Airlines flights — board ahead of general boarding to secure overhead bin space.
How to use: At the gate, show your Citi AAdvantage Platinum card to the gate agent to board with Group 5.
25% Inflight Savings
25% back as a statement credit on eligible inflight food and beverage purchases on American Airlines flights.
How to use: Pay for inflight food and beverages with your Citi AAdvantage Platinum. 25% statement credit posts automatically.