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Use these Amex Offers to save up to $60 on your next Delta flight

Dec. 01, 2022
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Use these Amex Offers to save up to $60 on your next Delta flight
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American Express has sent out another round of targeted Amex Offers for Delta Air Lines frequent flyers.

This time, there are two Amex Offers. One provides $50 off $250 or more in spending with Delta, and one offers $60 off $300 or more in Delta purchases. While both offers require the flight to depart from a U.S. airport and be paid in U.S. dollars, the second offer requires a nonstop round-trip domestic flight with a departure from one of New York City's three airports.

Some American Express cardmembers with more than one card may see both offers on different cards. As we've seen with most previous Amex Offers, the rebate will post as a statement credit to your credit card bill.

The staffer with the first offer for $50 off $250 or more found it on his Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card. His spouse, who has her own Delta SkyMiles Blue credit card, has the same offer.

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While most cardholders will likely use this offer to save on airfare, the terms state that the credit is eligible for ancillary fees like upgrades, seat selection fees, baggage fees and Delta Sky Club memberships. Most importantly, charge $250 or more by Dec. 31 to get the $50 rebate. Here are some of the important terms:

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  • Your Delta flight(s) must be booked directly through delta.com, the Fly Delta app or U.S. reservation telephone line.
  • Flights must originate in the U.S., including U.S. territories, and purchases must be made in U.S. dollars to qualify.
  • Valid only for purchases where Delta Air Lines is the merchant of record, such as airfare, fare upgrades, seat selection fees, baggage fees, standby fees and Delta Sky Club memberships.
  • Not valid on inflight purchases, Delta Vacations, gift cards and other Delta affiliates.
  • Enrollment is required before you book your ticket.
  • You must book your ticket by Dec. 31, but the flight(s) can be for after that date.

The TPG staffer with the second Amex Offer is based in New York City. The offer is on The Platinum Card® from American Express.

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This offer has some more stringent terms:

  • Your Delta flight(s) must be booked directly through delta.com, the Fly Delta app or U.S. reservation telephone line.
  • Flights must originate from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at any U.S. airport.
  • Flights must be booked as nonstop, round-trip itineraries. To qualify, there can't be any connections.
  • Not valid for fare upgrades (unless booked at the initial purchase), seat selection fees, baggage fees, standby fees and Delta Sky Club memberships.
  • Not valid on inflight purchases, Delta Vacations, gift cards and other Delta affiliates.
  • Enrollment is required before you book your ticket.
  • You must book your ticket by Dec. 31, but the flight(s) can be for after that date.

Remember that when you book flights with the Amex Platinum, you earn 5 points per dollar for your flights (on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year). Additionally, the Amex Platinum offers Delta Sky Club access to the primary cardholder when flying on a Delta-operated flight, so make sure to stop by for a refreshment before your trip.

For frequent Delta travelers, these offers are essentially a cash rebate. Check your Amex Offers to see if your account has been targeted.

Additional reporting by Kyle Olsen.

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Editorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.

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3XEarn 3X Miles on Delta purchases and purchases made directly with hotels.
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  • Earn bonus Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) and an Medallion Qualifying Dollar (MQD) waiver when you hit specific spending thresholds with your card within a calendar year
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  • Statement credit for TSA PreCheck/Global Entry fee (up to $100)
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Cons

  • Doesn't make sense if you don't fly Delta
  • SkyMiles aren't the most valuable airline currency
  • Earn 90,000 bonus miles after you spend $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
  • Receive a Domestic Main Cabin round-trip companion certificate each year upon renewal of your Card. Payment of the government imposed taxes and fees of no more than $80 for roundtrip domestic flights (for itineraries with up to four flight segments) is required. Baggage charges and other restrictions apply. See terms and conditions for details.
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  • Earn 3X Miles on Delta purchases and purchases made directly with hotels.
  • Earn 2X Miles at restaurants worldwide including takeout and delivery in the U.S., and at U.S. supermarkets.
  • Earn 1X Mile on all other eligible purchases.
  • Enjoy a per-visit rate of $50 per person for Card Members and up to two guests to enter the Delta Sky Club when traveling on a Delta flight.
  • Fee Credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® after you apply through any Authorized Enrollment Provider. If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck.
  • Earn up to 20,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) with Status Boost® per year. After you spend $25,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, you can earn 10,000 MQMs up to two times per year, getting you closer to Medallion® Status. MQMs are used to determine Medallion® Status and are different than miles you earn toward flights.
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3XEarn 3X Miles on Delta purchases and purchases made directly with hotels.
2XEarn 2X Miles at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery in the U.S. and at U.S. supermarkets.
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  • Intro Offer
    Earn 90,000 bonus miles after you spend $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.

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  • Annual Fee

    $250
  • Recommended Credit
    Credit ranges are a variation of FICO© Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit card application.

    670-850
    Excellent/Good

Why We Chose It

Build your loyalty to Delta by applying for the carrier's mid-tier card option, the Delta SkyMiles Platinum card. The annual fee is quickly recouped by the card's travel perks, such as an application credit to Global Entry or TSA Precheck, annual companion certificate and so much more. Plus you can fast-track to elite status simply through card spend.

Pros

  • Earn bonus Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) and an Medallion Qualifying Dollar (MQD) waiver when you hit specific spending thresholds with your card within a calendar year
  • Receive a Domestic Main Cabin round-trip companion certificate each year
  • Statement credit for TSA PreCheck/Global Entry fee (up to $100)
  • First checked bag free

Cons

  • Doesn't make sense if you don't fly Delta
  • SkyMiles aren't the most valuable airline currency
  • Earn 90,000 bonus miles after you spend $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
  • Receive a Domestic Main Cabin round-trip companion certificate each year upon renewal of your Card. Payment of the government imposed taxes and fees of no more than $80 for roundtrip domestic flights (for itineraries with up to four flight segments) is required. Baggage charges and other restrictions apply. See terms and conditions for details.
  • Enjoy your first checked bag free on Delta flights. Plus enjoy Main Cabin 1 Priority Boarding and settle into your seat sooner.
  • New: Card Members get 15% off when using miles to book Award Travel on Delta flights through delta.com and the Fly Delta app. Discount not applicable to partner-operated flights or to taxes and fees.
  • Earn 3X Miles on Delta purchases and purchases made directly with hotels.
  • Earn 2X Miles at restaurants worldwide including takeout and delivery in the U.S., and at U.S. supermarkets.
  • Earn 1X Mile on all other eligible purchases.
  • Enjoy a per-visit rate of $50 per person for Card Members and up to two guests to enter the Delta Sky Club when traveling on a Delta flight.
  • Fee Credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® after you apply through any Authorized Enrollment Provider. If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck.
  • Earn up to 20,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) with Status Boost® per year. After you spend $25,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, you can earn 10,000 MQMs up to two times per year, getting you closer to Medallion® Status. MQMs are used to determine Medallion® Status and are different than miles you earn toward flights.
  • No Foreign Transaction Fees.
  • $250 Annual Fee.
  • Terms Apply.
  • See Rates & Fees