What is the difference between Delta SkyMiles Gold and Platinum?


What is the difference between Delta SkyMiles Gold and Platinum? 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 Gold get lounge access?

Delta Diamond, Platinum, or Gold Medallion Status permits entry to the Club when flying in Delta Premium Select internationally or in Delta One (or the equivalent cabin on a Delta partner operated flight).


Can I switch from Delta Gold to Amex Gold?

American Express only allows upgrades to cards within the same card family. For example, you cannot upgrade from Delta Gold Card to a business card or co-branded card. If you upgrade to a American Express card with an annual fee, the charge will appear on the new card's first monthly statement.


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 it worth getting Delta Platinum?

This card, even with its annual fee, is well worth it for those who are frequent Delta flyers. Each year when you renew the card, you can receive a domestic main cabin round-trip companion certificate. Plus, when you fly on Delta, you can check your first bag free, along with saving up to $50 on a round-trip flight.


How long does Delta Platinum status last?

How long does Delta status last? Delta elite status lasts from the day you earn it through the next calendar year and until the following January 31. For example, if you earn Medallion status on October 3, 2023, you would have status through January 31, 2025.


Do Delta SkyMiles expire?

Under the SkyMiles Mileage Expiration policy, miles do not expire. Delta reserves the right to deactivate or close an account under the following circumstances: Fraudulent activity occurs. A Member requests an account closure.


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.


Is Delta lounge free with Amex Platinum?

The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card doesn't give you a free pass, but lets you buy single-use Delta Sky Club passes at a reduced rate per visit. You can also bring up to two...