Originally Posted by
Worldtraveler727
What do you get with silver that you don’t get with AMEX gold?
Upgrades for silvers are rare. You get a free checked bag but also do with AMEX.
Honestly, I wouldn’t spend the money. No real benefits but others may disagree
- An additional checked bag (so two free checked bags since OP has the AmEx)
- Access to preferred seating (including exit rows)
- Better IROPS handling and priority
- Better phone line priority
- Dedicated check-in lines
- Occasional upgrades
Silver may not be fantastic but it’s enough to take flying from “miserable” to “bearable”. Any time I island hop on HA and or fly on another airline without status, I’m reminded how miserable it is flying without any status.