The Express Seats option gives you the ability to reserve a seat in the first few rows of the coach cabin, including the bulkhead seats.

• Enjoy the convenience of being one of the first to exit the plane
• Includes Group 1 Boarding so you can also be among the first to stow bags

Terms and Conditions and FAQs

Where to purchase:

Only at airport Self-Service Check-In machines

When to purchase:

24 hours to 50 minutes prior to flight departure (domestic) or 60 minutes (international)^†

For travel within:

U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or on select international markets

For whom:

All travelers on flights operated and marketed by American Airlines and American Eagle.

*American's premium customers will continue to enjoy PriorityAAccess^SM privileges, including early boarding before General Boarding begins, expedited check-in and security screening, and the option to standby for an earlier flight on the day of travel, at no charge. For more details please visit PriorityAAccess^SM or our AAdvantage^® elite status benefits page.

^†At Miami International Airport, Express Seats are only available for purchase between 5 hours and 50 minutes prior to departure.