Are SkyMiles valuable?

Delta SkyMiles are worth an average of 1.1 cents each based on our recent valuations, which makes them less valuable than other miles we compared. For example, Southwest Rapid Rewards points are worth an average of 1.4 cents each, whereas United miles are worth 1.3 cents each based on our internal analysis.



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When broken down into brass tax, a Delta SkyMiles is worth approximately between 1.12 and 1.2 cents, on average. Though this may seem small, it is competitive with many other airline point valuations.

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Delta SkyMiles are generally valued around 1.1 cents per mile — if a flight is worth 1.1 cent per mile or somewhere in that range, then it's likely worth it to use miles.

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Delta SkyMiles deals For example, in the past, Delta has offered: Round-trip flights to Caribbean destinations starting at just 11,000 SkyMiles. Round-trip tickets to some major European cities starting at just 22,000 miles. Round-trip flights to Asia starting at just 30,000 miles.

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With this benefit, all Delta Amex Blue, Gold, Platinum and Reserve Card Members can reduce the cost of a ticket by $50 for 5,000 miles, $100 for 10,000 miles and so on. *See below for terms and conditions, Go to footer note.

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Unless the offer is really extraordinary, you're almost always better off using miles for flights. Because Delta ties the cost of award flights closely to the cash price, you might see some very high award prices when cash prices are high.

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A Medallion Member and one traveling companion may both enjoy a Complimentary Upgrade when traveling on Delta and Delta Connection carriers, as long as that companion is a General SkyMiles Member, Medallion Member, or partner airline elite member*, and traveling on the same flight in the same reservation.

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As a SkyMiles Member, earn miles to use for flights and upgrades, plus enjoy Member-only offers, CLEAR® preferred pricing and more. Join today for free.

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Award tickets: When SkyMiles are used to cover the entire cost of the ticket and you choose to cancel your flight, your miles will be redeposited into your SkyMiles account. Pay with Miles tickets: Some Delta SkyMiles AmEx cardmembers can secure their ticket through the Pay with Miles redemption option.

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