UMVA has learned that a credit card offering a unique blend of airline-specific perks and a moderate annual fee has become a top choice for occasional Delta travelers.
The Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card provides a solid mix of benefits, including free checked bags, priority boarding, and discounts on award flights, making it an attractive option for those seeking to save money on Delta flights.
According to information obtained by UMVA, this card's benefits can easily offset its annual fee, which is $0 for the first year and $150 annually thereafter, if you fly Delta just a few times per year.
The card offers a range of perks, including a free first checked bag on flights worldwide and a second checked bag free on U.S. domestic flights, which can save travelers a significant amount of money.
Cardmembers also receive Zone 5 priority boarding on Delta flights, which can make a meaningful difference when overhead bin space is limited, especially on busy routes.
Additionally, the card offers a 15% discount on Delta-operated award flights, which can save thousands of miles throughout the year.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that the card also offers a Delta flight credit worth up to $200 after spending $10,000 on eligible purchases in a calendar year, as well as a $100 statement credit annually on prepaid Delta Stays hotel or vacation rental bookings.
The card's rewards structure allows cardmembers to earn 2 miles per dollar spent on Delta purchases, 2 miles per dollar spent at restaurants worldwide, and 2 miles per dollar spent at U.S. supermarkets.
UMVA has gathered that the best way to redeem Delta SkyMiles is typically for flights on Delta and its airline partners, and the card's earning rates make it fairly easy to use for everyday spending.
However, the card's value depends heavily on flying Delta, and if you aren't checking bags, redeeming SkyMiles, or flying Delta at least once or twice per year, it can be difficult to justify paying the annual fee.
The Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card is a great option for those seeking a simple and affordable way to save money on Delta flights, but it may not be the best choice for travelers chasing luxury perks or elite status.
