Would like to upgrade my dad on an AA international flight, but I don’t have status there. Outside of paying a $3k fare diff or points+miles for upgrade list (not guaranteed), any other options/ideas?

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OP, I have SWUs, email fbburn3r@gmail.com if you want to discuss

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Yeah just have D1 upgrade him for you and pay once it clears, I’ve sold my SWU for 150-250 half before and half after confirmation

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AA they are called Systemwide upgrades (SWU’s). Exec platinum’s get 4 per year and more after other thresholds. You can give them to anyone you want (you don’t have to be flying with them either). AA is very specific that you can’t sell or barter them though. If you get caught you can have your account closed and lose all status, miles, and upgrades.

Not saying it doesn’t happen, just know they do try to detect it and crack down on it.


To answer your original question: the points and miles is your best option. SWUs follow similar priority processing. Also, the 500 mile certificates don’t work on intercontinental travel.

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Get someone on FB to sell you AA upgrade certificates

I think Upgrade carts are same priority as points and copay, so won’t help you there

Can global vouchers be transferred to another person? Thought it wasn’t allowed. If so, I’d be willing to buy one from someone

Thanks, everyone! SA1, appreciate the thorough response. And D1 I’ll shoot you a message!

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