Upgrades

The only accurate way for the public to view inventory used for upgrades is through ExpertFlyer.com. This applies to using instruments such as MPG (Miles & Co-pay) or SWU (System Wide Upgrades). This method does not work for codeshares or on partners. When contacting AA reservations to request the upgrade, ask the agent to only […]

Effective June 9, 2023, all AAdvantage members (plus companion) are eligible for upgrades on domestic award tickets. Read More Only Executive Platinum and Concierge Key members can upgrade on domestic award tickets. This is complimentary and automatic. It is for the primary member and one companion. No type of upgrade can be used on international

There are various upgrades that are available. Complimentary Upgrades (formerly known as 500-mile upgrades) Mileage Upgrades Mileage Upgrades for Partners Award Travel Upgrades System Wide Upgrades (SWU) Operational Upgrade (Op-up) Upgrades are not guaranteed You will be placed on an upgrade list and it will clear once inventory becomes available. Learn more here. Complimentary Upgrades

If there is upgrade inventory available, upgrades will generally1 be processed automatically as follows: FIRST by Elite Status Concierge Key Executive Platinum Platinum Pro Platinum Gold THEN by Upgrade Type MPG (Miles & co-pay) & SWU (System Wide Upgrade) (both are equal priority) Complimentary domestic upgrades on purchased tickets Complimentary domestic upgrades on eligible awards

Upgrades are based off available upgrade inventory, not seat maps. A seat map should never be used for guidance on upgrade chances. For example, the airline may block space due to other system issues, or there are passengers that have not chosen a seat. Upgrades are never guaranteed, regardless of the type of instrument being