American Express
Amex Platinum Review
The American Express Platinum Card is the ultimate premium travel card, offering 5x points on flights booked directly with airlines, Centurion Lounge access, and over $800 in annual statement credits.
Annual Fee: $695Points
Key Stats
Annual Fee
$695
Reward Type
Points
Base Rate
1x point per $1
Rewards Breakdown
Flights (direct booking)
MCC codes: 3000, 3001, 3002, 3003, 3004...
5x points
Hotels (via Amex Travel)
MCC codes: 3501, 3502, 3503, 7011
5x points
All other purchases1x point per $1
Key Benefits
- Centurion Lounge access
- Priority Pass Select
- $200 airline fee credit
- $200 Uber cash ($15/mo + $20 Dec bonus)
- $100 Saks Fifth Avenue credit
- Hotel elite status (Gold with Hilton, Marriott Bonvoy Gold)
- No foreign transaction fees
Who Is This Card Best For?
Frequent flyers who value premium airport lounge access and luxury travel perks
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