Is it worth upgrading to Amex Delta Platinum?

The Delta Platinum Amex is worth it for frequent Delta flyers who want premium benefits and the opportunity to earn additional MQMs for Delta elite statuses (through 12/31/23). The $250 annual fee may seem steep, but the annual companion certificate benefit can easily offset this annual cost.



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Opening the Delta Gold Amex is a great way to boost your SkyMiles account without any upfront investment since the annual fee is $0 for the first year, then $99 (see rates and fees). If you can take advantage of the additional perks and benefits extended by the Delta Platinum Amex, however, you should go with it.

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The Delta Gold and Delta Platinum have identical earning rates, except the Platinum earns an additional mile per dollar on Delta purchases (3 miles per dollar as opposed to 2) and also earns 3 miles per dollar on purchases made directly with hotels (as opposed to the standard 1 mile per dollar with the Delta Gold).

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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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Finally, the Platinum Delta SkyMiles credit score requirement is good or better, which means applicants generally need a 700+ credit score for good approval odds. You can check your latest credit score for free on WalletHub to estimate your chances.

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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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Yes, the Amex Delta Platinum Card is made out of metal. The Amex Delta Platinum Card is made of stainless steel and weighs around 15 grams, compared to a traditional credit card made of plastic, which weighs only 5 grams.

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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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Discover Platinum Medallion Benefits. 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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The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card doesn't give you a free pass, but lets you buy single-use Delta Sky Club passes at a reduced rate per visit. You can also bring up to two...

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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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