What To Know
- To elevate your travel experience, American Airlines provides a status match program that allows you to transfer your elite status from another qualifying airline to AAdvantage.
- To be eligible for an American Airlines status match, you must hold elite status with a participating airline.
- Can I match my elite status from an airline that is a codeshare partner of American Airlines.
American Airlines, a leading global carrier, offers a tiered loyalty program known as AAdvantage®. To elevate your travel experience, American Airlines provides a status match program that allows you to transfer your elite status from another qualifying airline to AAdvantage. By leveraging this opportunity, you can enjoy exclusive benefits and privileges typically reserved for frequent flyers.
Eligibility Criteria: Qualifying Airlines and Tiers
To be eligible for an American Airlines status match, you must hold elite status with a participating airline. American Airlines currently matches elite status from select airlines, including:
- Alaska Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- JetBlue Airways
- Southwest Airlines
- United Airlines
The eligible status tiers vary depending on the participating airline. For instance, American Airlines matches Gold status for Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Gold members and Platinum status for United Airlines Premier Platinum members.
How to Request a Status Match
Requesting an American Airlines status match is a straightforward process. You can submit your request online or via mail.
Online Request:
1. Visit the American Airlines status match website.
2. Click on “Request a Status Match.”
3. Provide your personal information, contact details, and AAdvantage account number.
4. Upload a copy of your current elite status card or statement.
5. Submit your request and wait for approval.
Mail Request:
1. Download the American Airlines status match form.
2. Fill out the form with your personal and elite status information.
3. Include a copy of your elite status card or statement.
4. Mail the completed form to:
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American Airlines Status Match
4333 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155
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Processing Time and Approval
American Airlines typically processes status match requests within 14 business days. If your request is approved, your new elite status will be reflected in your AAdvantage account. You will receive an email notification confirming your status match.
Benefits of American Airlines Elite Status
Matching your elite status to American Airlines AAdvantage offers a range of benefits, including:
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Free checked bags
- Upgrades and complimentary access to lounges
- Bonus miles and elite qualifying points
- Exclusive discounts and promotions
Maintaining Your Elite Status
To maintain your matched elite status with American Airlines, you must meet the annual elite qualifying requirements. These requirements vary based on the tier you are matched to. For example, to maintain AAdvantage Platinum status, you must earn 50,000 elite qualifying miles or points within a calendar year.
Exceptions and Limitations
There are certain exceptions and limitations to the American Airlines status match program.
- You cannot match status from an airline that is a codeshare partner of American Airlines.
- You cannot match status if you have previously matched to American Airlines from another airline within the past 12 months.
- American Airlines reserves the right to deny status match requests at their discretion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which airlines does American Airlines match status from?
A: American Airlines matches elite status from select airlines, including Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.
Q: How long does it take to process a status match request?
A: American Airlines typically processes status match requests within 14 business days.
Q: What are the benefits of matching my elite status to American Airlines?
A: Matching your elite status offers benefits such as priority check-in and boarding, free checked bags, upgrades, bonus miles, and exclusive discounts.
Q: How do I maintain my matched elite status with American Airlines?
A: To maintain your matched elite status, you must meet the annual elite qualifying requirements, which vary based on the tier you are matched to.
Q: Can I match my elite status from an airline that is a codeshare partner of American Airlines?
A: No, American Airlines does not match status from codeshare partners.
