Should I upgrade Amex Delta Gold to Platinum?

Should I upgrade Amex Delta Gold to Platinum? Opening the Delta Gold Amex is a great way to boost your SkyMiles account without any upfront investment since the annual fee is $0 for the first year, then $99 (see rates and fees). If you can take advantage of the additional perks and benefits extended by the Delta Platinum Amex, however, you should go with it.

Does Delta Gold ever get upgraded?

As a Gold Medallion Member, you and a companion are eligible for Unlimited Complimentary Upgrades to First Class and Delta Comfort+?, beginning 72 hours (3 days) prior to departure and to the domestic Delta One? experience on the day of departure.

Is Amex Platinum high end?

Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. The Platinum Card® from American Express is a high-end card that is packed with benefits and a hefty welcome offer.

Can you upgrade Amex Delta Gold?

Yes, you can upgrade your Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card to a better offer as long as you've had the card for at least 14 months, and you will have the best odds if your credit score and income have gone up since you applied.

Is Delta SkyMiles Gold Card hard to get?

The Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card usually isn't hard to get for qualified applicants. If you have a FICO® Score of 670 or more, then you have a good chance of getting approved. Do the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card's miles expire? Delta miles don't expire.

Is the Delta Platinum card worth it over the gold?

The Delta Gold and Delta Platinum have identical earning rates, except the Platinum earns an additional mile per dollar on Delta purchases (3 miles per dollar as opposed to 2) and also earns 3 miles per dollar on purchases made directly with hotels (as opposed to the standard 1 mile per dollar with the Delta Gold).

Does Delta Platinum get TSA PreCheck?

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck^®.

Does Platinum get you into Delta Lounge?

Amex Platinum cardmembers get access to Delta-operated Sky Club lounges when flying on a Delta-operated flight or a Delta-marketed flight operated by WestJet. To find eligible lounges, head to Delta's website and select Platinum Card® Members From American Express as your membership type.

Does Amex Platinum give you Delta Gold status?

No, the Amex Platinum card does not offer elite status with Delta or any other airlines. It does, however, offer complimentary Delta Sky Club access when you are traveling with Delta.

Does Amex Gold pay for TSA PreCheck?

The application fee credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck is available to American Express Gold Corporate Card Members, Consumer Platinum Card® Members, Corporate Platinum Card Members, Business Platinum Card Members, Consumer Centurion® Members, Corporate Centurion® Members, Business Centurion® Members, Delta ...

How do I get the most out of Amex Delta Gold?