Airport and cabin guides
Travel tips for upgrades and terminal comfort
Practical steps for turning card points into calmer airport hours, from lounge dining to cabin upgrades. Check each program's rules before you travel.
In the terminal
How points can improve the wait and the seat
Lounge access, dining credits, and upgrade requests each work differently. Know what applies to your card and booking.
Free upgrades
Request an upgrade with the right fare
Upgrades with points depend on fare class eligibility and standby priority rules. Confirm your booking qualifies before you rely on the option.
Free food
Use airport dining credits
Lounge access and airline meal credits can cover a long layover meal. Check whether your terminal and program include dining before you arrive.
Before you fly
Link benefits to your boarding pass
Make sure your cardholder privileges are attached to your reservation so the benefit shows at the lounge or gate desk.
Before flight day
Four checks before you travel
01
Confirm your membership number
Add your loyalty and program numbers to the booking so benefits attach correctly.
02
Enroll in lounge programs
Activate any lounge or dining enrollment ahead of time, since same-day sign-up is not always possible.
03
Verify seat eligibility
Check that your fare class and seat type qualify for the upgrade or priority you plan to request.
04
Keep proof ready
Save confirmation emails and rule pages so you can show the benefit if a desk agent questions it.