How much does Sky Priority cost?

Delta Sky Priority doesn't have a set cost, as it's accessible only through Medallion Membership status or by purchasing premium upgraded tickets. Medallion Membership status is earned through a combination of flying and spending. Gold Medallion Members are the lowest Medallion status with Sky Priority access.



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From faster check-in and boarding lanes to extra bags that come out before the rest, Sky Priority is a great asset. You can buy access with a premium cabin ticket or earn it with Medallion status from flying or Delta co-branded credit card spending. No matter how you get there, you'll be glad you did.

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Who is eligible for SkyPriority? SkyPriority is a series of special airport services offered to SkyTeam First and Business Class customers and SkyTeam Elite Plus members regardless of their class of travel. SkyPriority services are available across SkyTeam's global network and are not available to purchase.

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1. Fly in first or business class on Delta or one of its partners. Is access to a Delta Sky Club free with a first class ticket? No, Sky Club lounge access is only included in your ticket if you fly Delta One for domestic and international travel.

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TSA PreCheck vs. Clear. Overall, Clear's biometric identity verification process will get you to the front of the security line faster than TSA PreCheck.

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While TSA PreCheck is only available in the US, Delta Sky Priority also includes faster security lanes in foreign countries. The major differences between Delta Sky Priority and TSA PreCheck come down to their airport availability and pricing.

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Certain airports may have a dedicated check-in lane for Silver Medallion Members. At airports which do not have a dedicated Silver Medallion check-in lane, Silver Medallion Members are permitted to use the Sky Priority check-in lane.

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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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Delta SkyMiles Reserve and Reserve Business Basic and Reserve Additional Card Members (“Reserve Card Members”) receive complimentary access to Delta Sky Club when traveling on a same-day Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight.

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Travelers cannot upgrade from TSA PreCheck to Global Entry
A main reason is that the programs have distinct purposes. TSA PreCheck can help travelers pass through airport security checkpoints. Meanwhile, Global Entry is specifically for travelers arriving in the United States from another country.

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How Do I Get TSA Precheck for Free?
  1. Aeroplan® Credit Card.
  2. The Platinum Card® from American Express (Terms apply, see rates & fees)
  3. The Business Platinum Card® from American Express (Terms apply, see rates & fees)
  4. Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card.
  5. Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card.


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A $100 one-time fee is required with your Global Entry application and must be paid at time of application submission through the Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) system. You can pay by credit card or through an electronic bank transfer. The fee is non-refundable, even if an application is denied.

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9 ways to avoid airport lines
  1. Check in online. ...
  2. Ditch checked baggage for a carry-on. ...
  3. Skip the longer lines with TSA PreCheck® or Global Entry. ...
  4. Avoid peak travel days. ...
  5. Consider alternate airports. ...
  6. Get elite status for airlines. ...
  7. Understand TSA rules. ...
  8. Be prepared for COVID-19 requirements.


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To do so, click on Manage Trip for each reservation. Then, click on Add/Edit Passenger Information to add your PreCheck number.

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Beginning January 1, 2023, annual memberships (including renewals) to Delta Sky Club are available for purchase only by Medallion Members of the Delta SkyMiles Program.

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Paid access You are only able to purchase or renew a Delta Sky Club membership if you have Delta Silver Medallion elite status or higher. There are two paid membership tiers: Individual and Executive.

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Tipping is not required in airport lounges In the United States, for example, tipping most members of a wait staff and professionals who provide a service is customary. Despite this convention, tipping in a U.S. airport lounge is not required.

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If you need your carry-on bag during a long layover or prefer not to wait at a late-night baggage claim after a long day of flying, then purchasing a priority boarding upgrade may be well worth it. In essence, purchasing priority boarding is staking claim to readily accessible overhead bin space.

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With Preferred Seats, your flyers can select where they'd like to sit—aisle, exit row or window— near the front of the plane, at no extra cost. This is just one more complimentary perk your travelers receive simply by flying Delta.

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