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Delta SkyMiles: Complete Guide to Earning, Redeeming and Elite Status

The Points Guy's regularly updated guide to Delta SkyMiles, citing a June 2026 valuation of 1.2 cents per mile and detailing current MQD earning mechanics via Amex cards and partner flights

CHECK BEFORE ACTINGThis offer was last reported 132 days ago, on June 27, 2026. Registration deadlines and bonus windows close. We do not track whether this one is still live, so check the program's own page before acting on it.

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  • Earning: Miles can be earned through flying, Amex Membership Rewards transfers, shopping portals, and dining programs.
  • Credit Cards: Specific mention of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Amex Card welcome offer (up to 100,000 bonus miles) and MQD earning rates for Reserve and Platinum card tiers (1 MQD per $10 or $20 spent).
  • Partners: Lists SkyTeam alliance members (China Airlines, China Eastern, etc.) and notes non-alliance partners.
  • Elite Status: Describes the four Medallion tiers (Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond) plus invite-only Delta 360. MQDs are earned via flight spend and Amex card spend

This is a recurring, regularly updated guide to the Delta SkyMiles program. Key details include: - Valuation: TPG values SkyMiles at 1.2 cents each as of June 2026.

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