Does Delta Platinum get upgrades?

In addition, Diamond and Platinum Medallion Members can select Upgrade Certificates as part of Delta-exclusive Choice Benefits. Here's everything you need to know about how these upgrades work so you can get the most out of your Status.



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Go Platinum and get rewarded for your loyalty. Enjoy Unlimited Complimentary Upgrades, waived same-day confirmed change fees, and benefits like a customizable Choice Benefit, a preferred rate on a CLEAR® Plus membership, Rollover MQMs and more.

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For Delta Comfort+® upgrades, Diamond and Platinum Medallion Members will be upgraded to Delta Comfort+® shortly after ticketing, if available.

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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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Plus, all Medallion® Members are eligible for Complimentary Upgrades, with Diamond and Platinum Medallion Members also having access to Global and Regional Upgrade Certificates through exclusive Choice Benefits.

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Delta SkyMiles Platinum and Platinum Business Basic and Additional Card Members (“Platinum Card Members”) have access to the Delta Sky Club at a per-visit rate of $50 per person when traveling on a same-day Delta or Delta partner airline flight.

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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.

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Silver Medallion Members earn 2 additional miles per dollar (for a total of 7), Gold Medallion Members earn an additional 3 miles per dollar (for a total of 8), Platinum Medallion Members earn 4 additional miles per dollar (for a total of 9), and Diamond Medallion Members earn 6 additional miles per dollar (for a total ...

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Delta Platinum Amex comparison. As you can see, the Delta SkyMiles Platinum card offers more (and better) benefits, and you can earn more SkyMiles per dollar spent with Delta and at hotels than with the Gold version of the card.

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Lifetime Delta Platinum Medallion status (four million miler) Those who cumulatively earn four million MQMs in the Delta SkyMiles program receive Platinum Medallion status for life. On top of that, members receive a special gift for passing the threshold, which is typically a Delta gift card.

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The credit limit for the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card varies significantly for each card member based on their income and credit history. Credit limits can range from $1,000 to over $20,000.

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

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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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Card type: Airline. Annual fee: $250. Welcome offer: Earn 50,000 bonus miles after you spend $3,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months. Terms Apply.

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If you've got the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card in your wallet, you can buy one-time Sky Club access for $50 per entry. You can also bring in up to two guests for another $50 each. However, starting on Jan. 1, 2024, this benefit is going away completely.

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With the Amex Platinum Card or Amex Business Platinum Card, you have access to the following types of lounges:
  • American Express Centurion lounges.
  • Delta Sky Club lounges.
  • Priority Pass Select lounges.
  • Escape Lounges — The Centurion Studio Partner.
  • Plaza Premium lounges.
  • Lufthansa lounges.


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What cards help you earn Delta status? The co-branded Delta cards can help you earn Delta status. Specifically, the personal and business versions of the Delta Platinum card, along with both versions of the Delta Reserve card, can help you earn additional MQMs through your annual credit card spend.

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