IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card vs American Express® Platinum Card

Option 1 (With Fees): 

• Joining fee: Rs.: 4,999 + GST
• Welcome Benefits of 8,000 BluChips

- 5000 IndiGo BluChips voucher + IndiGo meal voucher on joining fee payment

- 3000 IndiGo BluChips voucher on Rs. 1 Lakh spends within 90 days

• Complimentary 3 Month EazyDiner Membership

• Milestone Benefits: Vouchers of up to 25,000 IndiGo BluChips, every year

-Get 5 vouchers of 5,000 BluChips each on crossing Rs. 2L, Rs. 5L, Rs. 8L, Rs. 10L, and Rs. 12L annually

• Annual Fee Rs. 4,999 +GST (2nd year onwards)
• Earn up to 22 IndiGo BluChips/Rs. 100 on IndiGo Web & App

• 6 on Card & Up to 16 from IndiGo (based on tier

• Get 3/Rs. 100 on dining, entertainment & other spends

• 0.5/Rs. 100 on other UPI, rent, utility, fuel and wallet

• Power of 2 Card Networks: Enjoy convenience of UPI with the RuPay Card & International acceptance with Mastercard and benefits provided by both networks
• Annual Fee Payment Benefit: Get Voucher of 5000 IndiGo BluChips and a complimentary IndiGo meal voucher on payment of annual fees
• Free Trip Cancellation cover: Avail reimbursed for non-refundable flight and hotel cancellations for up to Rs. 25,000 twice a year
• Forex MarkUp 1.49%: Enjoy low forex markup of 1.49% for international spends
• Redeem Your BluChips: Use the BluChips for IndiGo Flights

Option 2 (With FD):

• Free for the first year with min Rs. 1 Lakh FD
• Welcome Benefits include getting 3000 IndiGo BluChips voucher on Rs. 1 Lakh spends within 90 days, and Complimentary 3 Month EazyDiner Membership
• Assured approval - Fixed deposit backed card and no credit history needed
• Milestone Benefits: Vouchers up to 25,000 IndiGo BluChips every year

-Get 5 vouchers of 5,000 BluChips each on crossing Rs. 2L, Rs. 5L, Rs. 8L, Rs. 10L, and Rs. 12L annually

• Annual Fee Rs. 4,999 +GST (2nd year onwards)
• Earn up to 22 IndiGo BluChips/Rs. 100 on IndiGo Web & App

• 6 on Card & Up to 16 from IndiGo (based on tier)

• Get 3/Rs. 100 on dining, entertainment & other spends

• 0.5/Rs. 100 on other UPI, rent, utility, fuel and wallet

• Power of Dual Cards: Enjoy convenience of UPI with the RuPay Card & International acceptance with Mastercard and benefits provided by both networks
• Annual Fee Payment Benefit: Get Voucher of 5000 IndiGo BluChips and a complimentary IndiGo meal voucher on payment of annual fees
• Free Trip Cancellation cover: Get reimbursed for non-refundable flight and hotel cancellations for up to Rs. 25,000 twice a year
• Forex MarkUp 1.49%: Enjoy low forex markup of 1.49% for international spends
• Redeem your Indigo Bluechips: Use the IndiGo BluChips for IndiGo Flights

Mastercard World Privileges:

• Seamless online & POS transactions globally
• Exclusive travel and dining benefits
• 4 complimentary golf rounds and 12 complimentary golf lessons every year

RuPay Privileges:

• Seamless online, POS & UPI QR transactions in India
• Scan and pay at 60Mn+ merchants
• Enjoy exclusive discounts on the RuPay network

• Earn 1,00,000 Welcome Bonus Membership Rewards® Points
• Benefits worth Rs. 37,000 every time one book at one of the 1000+ properties under the Fine Hotels & Resorts collection. Get 25% off at Taj, SeleQtions and Vivanta Hotels
• REMAIN PROTECTED WITH BENEFITS UP TO Rs. 20,000 BY AVAILING:

A. Air Accident Insurance

B. Overseas Medical Insurance

C. Purchase Protection

D. Wallet Protection

• 24X7 CONCIERGE SERVICE
• Access over 1,200 Airport Lounges globally that includes the following:

1. The Centurion® Lounge

2. American Express Lounges

3. Priority Pass™ Lounges

4. Delta Sky Club® Lounges when flying Delta

5. Escape Lounges 6. Domestic Partner Lounges in India

• Avail exclusive deals on airlines such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, Air France, KLM, Delta Airlines and more
• Complimentary benefits worth Rs. 37,000 at the iconic 5-star properties, which includes guaranteed 4 pm late check-out, room upgrades at check-in when available, daily breakfast for two, WiFi or a special amenity at each property worth US$100. Hotels included are Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Mandarin Oriental, The Ritz-Carlton and many more
• Upgrades to Elite Tier Memberships: Taj InnerCircle Silver Tier, Marriott Bonvoy™ Gold Elite Status, Hilton Honors Gold Status, Radisson Rewards Gold Status, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards
• For death due to air accident, get Coverage of Rs. 5 Cr, for loss of checked-in baggage, passport or documents., get coverage of Rs. 50,000, and avail complimentary Overseas Medical Insurance for US$ 50,000 for the first seven days of a trip
• Avail 3X Membership Reward points on everything, every time you spend abroad
• Access VIP-only events, pre-sale tickets and best seats in the house for concerts, Fashion Weeks, Grammy Awards, Wimbledon and more
• Access favourite restaurants around the world such as Hakkasan London, Zuma Rome, Nobu New York, Cipriani Dubai and many more
• Enjoy access to Platinum Fine Dining at restaurants in Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and other cities. Enjoy meals with a glass of wine and/or dessert at restaurants like Masala Bay, Spicy Duck, The Lodhi, Vetro and Enoteca etc
• Up to 50% off at over 1800 premium restaurants in India with a complimentary membership to EazyDiner Prime. Other privileges include a complimentary drink, preferential reservations & a 24X7 VIP helpline
• Complimentary access to more than 30+ golf courses across India

Pros

• IndiGo loyalists can take great advantage of this card as they can earn BluChips for spending through the airline’s website and app
• 4 complimentary golf rounds and 12 complimentary golf lessons every year
• Enjoy exclusive discounts on the RuPay network

Cons

• No complimentary airport lounge access although being a travel card
• No lifestyle benefits on non-travel spending categories
• No complimentary BluChip is offered along with the card

Pros

• Healthcare Offers are as follows:

1. Up to 20% off on health check-ups, OPD Consultation, dental treatments

2. Discounted stays at villas with wellness experiences

3. 20% off on skincare & beauty products

4. 15% off on pharmacy 

5. Special discounts on spa services at Atmamtan Spa, O2, Tattva

• Hype Luxury Car Rentals Offers Earn: Avail benefits worth up to Rs. 90,000 annually
• Fraud protection worth Rs. 15 Lakh and Emergency Hotel and Travel Assistance up to Rs. 2 Lakh and emergency cash in India

Cons

• Extremely high Annual Fee with no first-year waiver
• High minimum payment
• Variable APR/Interest Rates