UMVA has learned that a highly coveted credit card, designed for frequent Delta flyers, offers an impressive array of benefits that can easily justify its $350 annual fee.
The Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business American Express Card strikes a balance between airline perks and elite-status benefits, making it an attractive option for business owners who fly Delta multiple times per year.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the card's key benefits include a yearly companion certificate, free checked bags, statement credits, and a path toward Delta Medallion status.
The card's rewards structure allows earn bonus miles on Delta purchases, hotels worldwide, eligible transit, U.S. shipping, and single purchases of $5,000 or more, plus miles on all other eligible purchases.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that cardmembers receive priority boarding, 15% off Delta-operated award flights through TakeOff 15, and annual Delta Stays and ride-hailing statement credits.
The Delta Platinum Business Amex offers several ways for cardholders to earn Delta Medallion status, including 2,500 MQDs automatically each calendar year and 1 MQD for every $20 spent on the card.
Cardmembers also receive a 15% discount on the number of miles required for Delta-operated award flights when booking through delta.com or the Fly Delta app.
The card includes several statement credits that can help offset its annual fee, including Delta Stays statement credits, Resy statement credits, and ride-hailing statement credits.
Additional benefits include a Global Entry fee credit every four years, TSA PreCheck fee credit, complimentary Hertz Five Star status, and 20% back on eligible Delta inflight purchases.
UMVA has gathered that the card's earning structure includes 3 miles per dollar spent on eligible Delta purchases and directly with hotels worldwide, 1.5 miles per dollar spent on eligible transit purchases, U.S. shipping purchases, and on single eligible purchases of $5,000 or more.
The best way to use your Delta SkyMiles is typically for flights on Delta and its airline partners, with dynamic pricing making award costs vary significantly based on route, travel dates, and demand.
Potential drawbacks of the Delta Platinum Business Amex include its $350 annual fee, limited value if you rarely fly Delta, and no lounge access.
The Delta Platinum Business Amex is a solid mid-tier option in Delta's business card lineup, making it a good fit for business owners who regularly fly Delta and value airline perks.
For small-business owners and frequent Delta flyers, the Delta Platinum Business Amex offers a compelling combination of benefits that can easily offset its annual fee.
