Is Delta a SkyTeam?

Chances are you've heard of SkyTeam because of its U.S. member airline, Delta. But there's more to SkyTeam than just one prominent airline. Founded in 2000, the alliance consists of 18 member airlines servicing over 1,036 destinations worldwide.



Yes, Delta Air Lines is a founding member of the SkyTeam Alliance, having helped launch the global partnership in June 2000 alongside Air France, Aeromexico, and Korean Air. In 2026, Delta remains the dominant North American pillar of the alliance, providing seamless connectivity for travelers across its massive hub network in Atlanta, Detroit, and Minneapolis. Being part of SkyTeam means that Delta SkyMiles members can earn and redeem miles on over 18 partner airlines, including Virgin Atlantic, KLM, and SAS (which officially joined the alliance in late 2024). For travelers with "Medallion" status, SkyTeam provides SkyPriority benefits worldwide, such as priority check-in, boarding, and access to hundreds of partner lounges like the Air France Lounge in Paris or the Korean Air Lounge in Seoul. This alliance is the key to Delta's global reach, allowing a passenger to book a single ticket from a small regional airport in the U.S. to a remote destination in Asia or Africa with a unified baggage and check-in experience.

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Miles can be used for travel on Delta Air Lines, Delta Connection carriers (Endeavor Air, Inc., Republic Airways, and SkyWest) and on 30+ partner airlines. Learn about partner airline Award Travel. Looking for a round-trip ticket? You can book different experiences on the outbound and return flights.

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SkyMiles is more than just a frequent flyer program, it's a loyalty program. With so many easy ways to earn and use miles, you can go see the world and experience it like no one else.

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Delta is a member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, which comprises over a dozen airlines worldwide. You can earn and redeem miles when you travel with a SkyTeam airline.

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How to use SkyMiles. With award flights that can start at just 4,500 miles, you don't need to accumulate many SkyMiles to be able to fly for free. In addition to free flights on Delta Air Lines and its partners, you can use SkyMiles for seat upgrades and Delta Vacations packages.

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Being part of the SkyTeam alliance means that Medallion Members have access to unique benefits all around the world.

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Virgin Atlantic joined global airline alliance SkyTeam on 02 March 2023. It is SkyTeam's first and only UK member airline, opening up a global network of airlines for customers to earn and redeem points. The airline's Flying Club members can now utilise a raft of new benefits through SkyPriority services.

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Air France-KLM Flying Blue is the most useful SkyTeam frequent flyer program, in my opinion. A lot of us like to fly across the Atlantic, and Flying Blue has access to more Air France and KLM business class award space than partner programs.

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Whether it's your next business trip or a long-awaited getaway, we are here to help you prepare so you know what to expect on your next flight. SkyMiles members earn and use miles when flying with KLM. Medallion Members enjoy benefits like priority services, lounge access and more. Learn more about all the benefits.

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Basic Economy (E) fares are not eligible for paid or Medallion Complimentary Upgrades, regardless of Medallion or other elite status. Complimentary Upgrades are not available for selection by any passenger while onboard the aircraft regardless of Status or fare class.

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SkyMiles members earn and use miles when flying with Air France. Medallion Members enjoy benefits like priority services,lounge access and more.

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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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The lowest round-trip main cabin tickets cost 50,000 SkyMiles. But, it's easy to pay up to 90,000 SkyMiles if your travel dates are not flexible. To avoid this unpredictability, see if you can transfer your points to Virgin Atlantic. A round-trip main cabin ticket on Delta can cost 60,000 miles.

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Delta Air Lines is one of the largest commercial air carriers in the United States. Pilot domiciles include: ATL, DTW, LAX, MSP, NYC, SEA, and SLC.

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