Originally Posted by
CMTinPHL
1:40 should be plenty of time with GE and no checked bags. In the unlikely case the MAD flight is delayed before takeoff, I would be proactive (while in MAD or in the air) and try to rebook through DCA / CLT - or, if you are EXP, have AA book you on one of the DCA / CLT routes while protecting you on the original PHL-XXX flight as well.
Edit: looks like you are “cardboard” AAdvantage, so AA probably will not book a backup itinerary while protecting you on the original… but my advice stands. 1:40 should be enough, but if it looks like MAD-PHL is delayed then ask AA to book you on PHL-DCA/CLT-SFA.
Thanks for the input. I should update my profile. I am AA Gold and one of my companions on this flight will be Plat. A long ways from EXP, but should that make me feel any better?