Feb. 02, 2023
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Valuable new Delta credit card perk: 15% off award flights
There’s good news for both new and existing Delta SkyMiles American Express cardholders: A new card perk gets you at least a 15% discount on award redemptions on Delta flights.
Called the TakeOff 15 benefit, the latest perk is now available on most Delta Amex cobranded personal and business credit cards. It makes having or opening a Delta Amex credit card that much more valuable, especially for Delta Air Lines loyalists.
We’ll have an in-depth guide on how to maximize the benefit coming tomorrow. In the meantime, let’s dive into the details.
TakeOff 15 gives cardholders at least a 15% mileage discount when redeeming SkyMiles for Delta-operated award flights. Here are some of the terms and conditions:
- The discount only applies on Delta- and Delta Connection-operated flights; it’s not available on flights operated by other carriers.
- The discount does not apply to taxes and fees, and you must use your eligible Delta card to pay those taxes and fees.
- The discount is only available to primary cardholders (not authorized users).
- You must log in to your SkyMiles account and book through the Delta website or Delta app for the discount to apply.
- The benefit does not apply to Pay with Miles or Miles + Cash rates, seat upgrades made after the purchase of flights, or other Delta products or services.
Here’s a list of qualifying personal and business credit cards that now come with a 15% discount on award redemptions:
- Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card
- Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card
- Delta SkyMiles® Gold Business American Express Card
- Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card
Bottom line
This new benefit is a win for current and prospective Delta SkyMiles Amex cardholders alike, as you can now enjoy 15% off Delta-operated award tickets. Don’t have a Delta Amex credit card yet? Find out more about each of these cards.
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Intro Offer
Earn 60,000 points
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Recommended Credit
670-850
Excellent/Good
Why We Chose It
There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold card. It’s been a fan favorite during the pandemic because of its fantastic rewards rate on restaurants (that includes takeout and delivery in the U.S.!) and U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders) and up to $120 in annual dining statement credits at eligible partners, there’s no reason that the foodie shouldn’t add this card to their wallet. Enrollment required.
Pros
- 4x on dining at restaurants and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1x).
- 3x on flights booked directly with the airline or with Amex Travel.
- Welcome bonus of 60,000 points after spending $4,000 in the first six months.
Cons
- Weak on travel outside of flights and everyday spending bonus categories.
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber/food credits.
- Few travel perks and protections.
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