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The Highlights
Delta SkyMiles are super easy to accumulate with American Express cards, whether they're specific for earning SkyMiles or American Express cards that have completely transferable and instant 1:1 ratio Amex points.
Redeeming SkyMiles isn’t difficult, but you might find that their value isn't as high as you'd think -- especially if you do a side-by-side comparison with our personal favorite, United. Delta’s redeeming quality, however, is the fact that they fly to over 325 locations. So sometimes when you want to go somewhere that United doesn't, you’ll find Delta’s got your back.
When Delta removed its online reward charts in 2015, no one was happy. Now, the more flexible you are, the more value you can squeeze out of your Miles -- especially when Delta runs one of its regular award sales that offer some deep discounts in economy and Delta One.
But the real ace up the sleeve here is booking international Business or First Class using alliances like China Eastern or one of their non-alliance partners like Virgin Atlantic. This can be done for fewer points than if you booked directly through the Delta website -- as long as the flight is operated by Delta, Delta Connections or Virgin Atlantic. Searching around for Delta’s flash sales based on region or utilizing one of their partners can get you a pretty impressive trip.
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Status Levels Explained
Delta is a great overall airline, whether you’re flying domestic or international and with more than 20 members of the SkyTeam, finding a seat has never been easier. Here is a quick breakdown of the Medallion levels, perks are available to award tickets as well, making Delta just that more appealing. Status needs to be maintained annually, rollovers apply.
Silver Medallion
Requires 25,000 MQM’s or 30 MQS + $3000 MQD
- Unlimited complimentary upgrades to First Class and Delta Comfort+.
- Available to book 24 hours before departure and are applied within North or Central America
- Unlimited select seat preferences in the Main Cabin.
- Free first checked bag for you and 8 of your travel companions.
- Priority check-in.
- Priority boarding.
- SkyTeam elite status.
- You get priority boarding and preferred seats while flying with any of the SkyTeam partners.
- Phone Line Priority (1-800-323-2323).
- Earn 7 miles per $1 and unlimited rollover MQM’s.
Gold Medallion
Requires 50,000 MQM’s or 60 MQS + $6000 MQD
All Silver benefits plus:
- Available to book 3 days before departure and are applied to domestic flights and short-haul international.
- Free Same-day confirmed change
- Free Same-day Standby
- Sky Club Access when traveling internationally.
- Earn 8 miles per $1 and unlimited rollover MQM’s.
Platinum Medallion
Requires 75,000 MQM’s or 100 MQS + $9000 MQD
All Gold benefits plus:
- Available to book 5 days before departure and are applied to domestic flights and short-haul international.
- Waived award redeposit / reissue fees.
- Change or cancel an award ticket with no fee
- You get priority boarding and preferred seats while flying with any of the SkyTeam partners.
- Virgin Atlantic Lounge access.
- Earn 9 miles per $1 and unlimited rollover MQM’s.
- Select an exclusive Choice Benefit from below.
- 4 Regional Upgrade Certificates
- Gift Silver Medallion Status to a friend or family member.
- 20,000 Bonus miles for yourself or anyone you decide.
- $200 Delta travel voucher.
- $200 Tiffany & Co. gift card.
Diamond Medallion
Requires 125,000 MQM’s or 140 MQS + $15000 MQD
All Diamond benefits plus:
- Complimentary CLEAR membership
- Earn 11 miles per $1 and unlimited rollover MQM’s
- Select 3 additional exclusive Choice Benefits
What to Know Before Canceling
Delta points aren’t tied to any particular credit card. They are super easy to redeem, being a part of SkyTeam makes them extra valuable and points never expire. Something to keep in mind is that Delta credit cards all come from American Express which has a once in a lifetime sign up rule, you might want to ask them for incentives when you call to cancel, sometimes the bank will treat you to a waived annual fee for another year.
Breaking Points
September 29, 2022
Time to Get Your Delta Points - Limited Time Offer
These American Express Cards are offering Limited Time sign up bonus' for Delta:
- Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business Card - 85,000 Miles - After spending $4000 in 3 months, $250 Annual Fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Card - 70,000 Miles - After spending $3000 in 3 months, $99 Annual Fee, waived for the first year.
- Delta SkyMiles Platinum Card - 80,000 Miles - After spending $4000 in 6 months, $250 Annual Fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Gold Card - 65,000 Miles - After spending $2000 in 6 months, $99 Annual Fee, waived for the first year.
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business Card - 100,000 Miles - After spending $6000 in 3 months, $550 Annual Fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card - 95,000 Miles - After spending $6000 in 6 months, $550 Annual Fee.
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March 3, 2022
American Express Delta Cards Limited Time Offers
American Express only gives you once in a lifetime sign up bonuses, so if you've been waiting, this might be the time:
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business Card, 110,000 Bonus miles after spending $6000 in 3 months, $550 annual fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business Card, 100,000 Bonus miles after spending $4000 in 3 months, $250 annual fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Card, 75,000 Bonus miles after spending $3000 in 3 months, $0 annual fee for the 1st year, then $99.
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve, 100,000 Bonus miles after spending $5000 in 3 month, $550 annual fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Platinum Card, 90,000 Bonus miles after spending $3000 in 3 months, $250 annual fee.
- Delta SkyMiles Gold Card, 70,000 Bonus miles after spending $2000 in 3 months, $0 annual fee for the 1st year, then $99.
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