American Express Is Rolling Out a New Travel App: What Cardholders Can Expect
The big picture
American Express will launch a dedicated travel app for its cardholders this week. The company says the app will be available to commercial users, small business owners, and consumer cardmembers, bringing flight, hotel, and ground transportation booking into one place. The goal is simple. Make trip planning faster, highlight card perks at the right moment, and keep everything you need for travel in your pocket.
What you will be able to do on day one
At launch, the app will let you search and book:
- Flights across major airlines
- Hotels with access to Amex’s partner properties
- Transportation options for getting to and from where you are going
You can manage upcoming reservations, track trip details, and keep your bookings organized in a clean timeline. The experience is built for both work and personal travel, so you can switch between business and leisure without juggling multiple tools.
Features coming soon
American Express plans to add more intelligence and guidance over time. Early road map items include:
- Personalized hotel suggestions based on your preferences and past stays
- Clear summaries of card benefits that apply to your booking, such as elite status, statement credits, or eligible upgrades
- Destination insights that surface helpful details before you arrive, including neighborhood tips and transportation options
These additions aim to connect the dots between the card you carry and the choices you make when you travel.
When and where you can get it
- iOS: The travel app is set to go live on Thursday
- Android: A release will follow a few weeks later
Once available, cardmembers can download the app and sign in with their existing American Express credentials. Updates will roll out regularly as new features are ready.
A helpful upgrade for Centurion Lounge access
American Express is also improving the digital waitlist for Centurion Lounges when they are full. You will now see estimated wait times before you join the queue. That estimate helps you decide whether to sign up, grab a bite elsewhere, or head straight to your gate. It is a small change that can make a big difference during peak travel hours.
Why this matters for travelers
If you already book through American Express, the new app pulls your tools together and makes your perks easier to use. If you travel for work, the business friendly design means you can handle company trips and personal getaways in one place. And if you are a frequent lounge visitor, the new wait time estimate takes the guesswork out of planning a quick stop before your flight.
Bottom line
American Express is launching a travel app that brings booking and benefits under one roof, with iOS access this week and Android close behind. Expect a solid set of core tools on day one and a steady stream of enhancements that surface the right perks at the right time. Add in clearer Centurion Lounge wait times and you have a smoother preflight routine from search to seat.
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This article was written by Hunter and edited with AI Assistance
