American Airlines flies to many international and domestic destinations in the world. The airline is known for offering elite-class in-flight services to passengers at economical prices. Suppose you have made bookings with airlines but later felt that there might be some inconvenience in the economy class. And the passenger wonders what the process of American Airlines upgrade to first class after purchase. You can easily make modifications to the existing reservation, either by online mode or from the airport. If a traveler faces any queries, instantly contact the customer support team. 

How Do I Upgrade my Seats from American to First-Class?

While upgrading the seat, the passenger must know the airline's policies, terms, and conditions. If they choose to proceed with it online, use the website or mobile app. Follow the steps mentioned here below to proceed with the seat upgradation: 

• The primary step is to jump onto the portal of American Airlines. 
• After that, tap on the "Manage Booking" section.
• Now enter the last name and booking reference code of the passenger. 
• Then, you will be able to see the flight booking details on-screen.
• Scroll below and tap on the "Seat Upgrade" tab.
• Make the selection of the preferred seat. 
• Select the flight class as the first class.  
• Make the payment of the fare difference between the current and previous fares.
• The confirmation message for the upgradation of the seat will be sent to your email id. 

An Alternative Method of Seat Upgradation: When you find it difficult to proceed with seat upgradation online, passengers can also upgrade their seats directly from the airport. You will be required to reach the help desk counter at the airport. Then, provide the required details related to the seat upgradation and pay for it at the counter. You will receive the confirmation message as soon as the process finishes. 

How much does it cost to upgrade to first-class on American?

There is a specified fee prescribed by the airlines for the upgradation of the seat. If the passenger changes the seat within 24 hours of reservation, then the airlines will not charge any upgradation fee from them. And, when the modifications in the seat are made after 24 hours, airlines will charge 15,000 miles plus $75 for the upgradation to first class. If passengers have booked an economy class ticket, they must pay for 5000 miles. The fee might also vary as per the destination and the route. 

How To Request Upgrade on American Airlines App?

The passenger can also upgrade the seat from the American Airlines mobile app. The process of the upgradation will be similar to that of the mobile app. While proceeding with the mobile app, it will be convenient for the customer. Follow the steps mentioned below to proceed through the mobile app: 

• Open the American Airlines mobile app on your mobile device. 
• After that, you need to click on the "Manage Booking" option. 
• Now mention the booking reference number and click on search. 
• Tap on the highlighted "Edit" option. 
• Click on the "Seat Upgrade" tab. 
• Choose the seat type and preferred seat. 
• Recheck the details and make the payment of the difference amount. 
• Tap on the Submit option.
• The message for the seat upgradation will be sent to your mobile number and email. 

Connect with the airline representative

If the customer faces any queries related to seat upgradation or airline services, the question arises: How do I talk to a real person at American Airlines? There are various methods available by which a customer can get in contact with the customer support team, such as via phone calls, live chat, social media apps, and many more. The easiest way, i.e., the phone call procedure is mentioned here below:

• Make a call at 800-433-7300. 
• Listen to the IVR commands. 
• Choose the option for the query. 
• Wait for a short while. 
• The agent will give the response soon.