Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard Review
Citi · American Airlines flyers who want a free first year
4.1 / 5 (1345 reviews)
Annual Fee
$99 (waived first year)
Rewards
2x AA purchases & eligible categories, 1x everything else
Regular APR
21.49% – 29.49%
Credit Needed
Good (670-749)
Our Expert Verdict
7/10
Editor's Score
Citi's main American Airlines co-brand card offers a free checked bag and preferred boarding that save $60+ per round trip. The first year free lets you evaluate the value before committing. Broader 2x categories than the Barclays Aviator card.
Pros
- Free checked bag
- First year no annual fee
- Preferred boarding
- Broader 2x categories
Cons
- $99/yr after first year
- Only 1x on most purchases
- No lounge access
Sign-Up Bonus
50,000 AAdvantage miles after spending $2,500 in 3 months
Key Benefits & Perks
First checked bag free on AA domestic flights
Preferred boarding on AA flights
25% savings on AA inflight purchases
No foreign transaction fees
Annual fee waived first year
Rewards Breakdown
| Category | Rate |
|---|---|
| American Airlines | 2x |
| Restaurants | 2x |
| Gas Stations | 2x |
| Eligible Categories | 2x |
| Everything else | 1x |
Ready to apply for the Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard?
American Airlines flyers who want a free first year
Apply NowUser Reviews
Customer Reviews
4.1
1,345 reviews
5
0
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this card.
Similar Cards to Consider
Key Benefits
Travel (Chase)5x
Dining3x
Online Groceries3x
Everything else1x
$95/yr$750 bonusNo FTF
Key Benefits
Hotels (Chase)10x
Flights (Chase)5x
Dining3x
Everything else1x
$550/yr$900 bonusNo FTF
