Trip Delay — Platinum Card

What this covers

If your trip is delayed for more than six hours due to a covered reason, the American Express Platinum Card can help with extra expenses you might face, up to $500. Just remember, you need to pay for the entire trip using your card to qualify for this benefit. For more details and to file a claim, check with the official benefits administrator.

Official summary

Coverage is provided that reimburses an Eligible Traveler for reasonable additional expenses incurred for a Covered Trip that is delayed more than six (6) hours, if the Covered Trip delay is caused by a Covered Loss.

Eligibility & conditions

You must charge the full amount of a Covered Trip to your Eligible Card.
The Covered Trip must be delayed more than six (6) hours.