Michael Battle, WalletHub Credit Card Analyst
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No, the Platinum Card® airline fee credit does not apply to gift cards, nor can it be used for airfare, seat upgrades, or point transfers. The annual $200 Platinum Card® airline credit can only be used toward incidental fees on a single qualifying airline of the cardholder’s choosing (enrollment required). These could be checked bags and in-flight refreshments, among others.
While you can’t use the Platinum Card® airline credit for gift cards, the credit is still a valuable benefit. The only other downside is that unused credits do not roll over to the following year. You should also keep in mind that you can change your choice of qualifying airlines once per year, in January. Otherwise, Amex will use the same airline you picked previously. The first year, you can make your initial selection at any time.
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How does the Amex airline credit work?
The Amex airline credit covers up to $200 in airline fees each year for several American Express cardholders. Carriers eligible for the Amex airline credit include American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, United, Alaska, Hawaiian, and Spirit. Cardholders must choose a specific airline to earn the credit from.
It's also important to note that Amex offers two types of airline credits, depending on the card you have. Some cards give you credits that can be...
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To use the American Express Platinum Card® airline credit, start by selecting the airline you want the credit to apply to. Then, use your card to make a purchase from your chosen airline, and Amex will automatically pay you back up to $200 of the charge.
The Platinum Card® airline credit applies to incidental fees charged for things like checked baggage, date changes, pet travel, in-flight purchases and more. It does not apply to the base fare or...
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