Do Delta miles reset every year?

Delta SkyMiles don't expire, but MQMs reset at the beginning of each year.



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To give you a jump start on earning Status again, the Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs) you earn above your Medallion Tier will roll over to the next qualification year.

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According to the Delta rules page, your account can be terminated — and your miles forfeited — in any of the following cases: Fraudulent activity on your account. You request account closure. Death of the Delta SkyMiles member.

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Delta miles do not expire as long as the Delta account is open and in good standing. The only time Delta miles expire is when you or Delta closes the account without first redeeming unused rewards.

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Delta SkyMiles has a million miler program, through which you can earn lifetime elite status: One million miler earns you SkyMiles Silver Medallion status for life. Two million miler earns you SkyMiles Gold Medallion status for life. Four million miler earns you Platinum Medallion status for life.

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If you forgot to add your Delta SkyMiles number to your reservation and some time has gone by, you may still be able to get mileage credit. You have nine months from the date of your flight to request mileage credit. Generally, miles for most Delta flights post within 24 hours of your flight.

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What Is Delta 360° Status? Delta 360° status is a tier above and beyond the Diamond Medallion tier, which is Delta's traditionally highest Medallion level. By comparison, both United and American, the 2 biggest other legacy carriers in the U.S., have invitation-only programs, too.

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If you are a frequent Delta flyer — especially someone who values upgrades, bonus miles and free checked bags — reaching Platinum Medallion is quite rewarding given its value estimated at over $6,000.

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As a Million Miler, enjoy annual complimentary Medallion® Status and special bag tags.

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So Delta's highest public loyalty tier is in the neighborhood of only . 02% of their flyers. But by flying at least an order of magnitude more than everybody else, we use up 2-3% of their seat miles. So on any given plane you'd expect an average of 0-9 Diamonds, to a first approximation.

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Diamond status is Delta's highest status in the SkyMiles frequent flyer Medallion program. Diamond requires $20,000 spent every year, in addition to 125,000 miles flown or 140 segments. Benefits include: A choice of Choice Benefits to include global upgrades, regional upgrades, club access, and more.

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Here's an example of how Rollover MQMs work: You reach Platinum Medallion Status by earning 100,000 MQMs and $20,000 MQDs during the 2023 calendar year - giving you Status from the day you earn it through January 31, 2025.

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Delta Medallion status requirements
  1. Silver Medallion: 25,000 MQMs or 30 MQSs plus 3,000 MQDs.
  2. Gold Medallion: 50,000 MQMs or 60 MQSs plus 8,000 MQDs.
  3. Platinum Medallion: 75,000 MQMs or 100 MQSs plus 12,000 MQDs.
  4. Diamond Medallion: 125,000 MQMs or 140 MQSs plus 20,000 MQDs.


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Diamond status is Delta's highest status in the SkyMiles frequent flyer Medallion program. Diamond requires $20,000 spent every year, in addition to 125,000 miles flown or 140 segments. Benefits include: A choice of Choice Benefits to include global upgrades, regional upgrades, club access, and more.

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SkyMiles is more than just a frequent flyer program, it is a loyalty program. With SkyMiles partners, get closer to your next adventure by earning miles with the everyday products and services you enjoy. Earn miles on dining out, overnight stays, rideshares, shopping sprees and more with the brands you love.

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