Mark Towers, WalletHub Credit Card Analyst
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Yes, Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select gives one free checked bag to primary cardholders on domestic flights. This benefit extends to up to 4 people traveling with the primary cardholder on the same flight reservation.
Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select Free Checked Bag Benefit
- Eligibility: The primary cardholder and up to 4 companions traveling on the same reservation are eligible for the free checked bag.
- Route: The benefit applies to domestic American Airlines flights.
- Conditions: To qualify, you must include your AAdvantage number associated with your Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select card in your reservation.
Keep in mind that unless they are traveling with the primary cardholder, authorized users on the credit card account are not eligible for a free checked bag.
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