Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card
American Express Delta SkyMiles Gold CardThis channel: up to 80,000 Delta miles + a $250 statement credit
Make $3,000 in eligible net purchases within 6 months from account opening. The actual miles offered are disclosed after application submission and before approval and card acceptance; they may be below the maximum and are not guaranteed for everyone. Eligible net purchases on primary and additional cards are combined, but only the primary cardholder receives the reward. Refunds are deducted; fees, interest, cash advances, travelers checks, prepaid cards, gift cards, person-to-person transfers and cash equivalents are excluded. Rewards post about 8–12 weeks after qualification, potentially in installments; the account must not be closed or past due when they post. Card-delivery/merchant-submission delays may shorten the period; insufficient credit may require a payment first. Abuse or returns used to obtain rewards may result in reclaimed rewards and account closure. Previous holders of Delta Gold, Platinum, Reserve or earlier versions may be ineligible. Amex also considers balance transfers and cardholding/account-opening/closing history. You will be notified of welcome-offer ineligibility before application processing and may withdraw. This offer is limited to this advertising channel and is nontransferable. It ends 2026/11/04 at 23:59 MST and may be changed/withdrawn earlier.
12-MONTH WELCOME OFFER HISTORY
Past-year welcome offer history and recorded ranges
High combined value (80k miles + $250 credit)
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Decision considerations
The past 365 days followed an 80k → 50k → tiered 90k → 80k → tiered 90k → 80k cycle. The current offer is 80,000 miles plus a $250 statement credit through 2026/11/04, with a combined estimated value of $1,210. This exceeds the two miles-only tiered 90k promotions in 2026 (estimated at $1,080), the highest combined reward value in nearly 1 year.
| Period | Welcome offer | Spending requirement | Status and notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/09/14–2025/10/29 | 80,000 Delta miles | $3,000 in the first 6 months | Limited-time fall promotion: earn 80,000 miles after $3,000 in spending within the first 6 months. |
| 2025/10/30–2026/01 | 50,000 Delta miles | $2,000 in the first 6 months | Standard baseline offer: earn 50,000 miles after $2,000 in spending within the first 6 months. |
| 2026/01–2026/04 | Tiered reward of up to 90,000 miles | $5,000 in the first 6 months | Two-tier reward: earn 70k miles after $3k in spending and another 20k miles after an additional $2k, for $5,000 in total spending. |
| 2026/04–2026/06/03 | Up to 80,000 miles | $2,000 in the first 6 months | Personalized spring offer: up to 80,000 miles after $2,000 in spending within the first 6 months; not guaranteed. |
| 2026/06/04–2026/07 | Tiered reward of up to 90,000 miles | $5,000 in the first 6 months | Delta tiered offer announced on 6/4: earn 70k miles after $3k in spending and another 20k after an additional $2k, for $5,000 in total spending. |
| 2026/07–2026/08/26 | Up to 80,000 miles | $2,000 in the first 6 months | Personalized summer offer: up to 80,000 miles after $2,000 in spending within the first 6 months; not guaranteed. |
| 2026/08/27–present (browsing as of )Original record: 2026/08/27–2026/09/13 (recorded check date)Current record | Up to 80,000 miles + a $250 statement credit+$250 credit | $3,000 in the first 6 months | Official increased promotion on 8/27, announced through 11/04: up to 80,000 miles (estimated at $960), plus a $250 statement credit and no annual fee in the first year. The combined $1,210 value is the highest in nearly 1 year. |
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Compared with Delta Blue: why consider an upgrade to Gold?
| Benefit | Amex Delta Gold | Amex Delta Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Limited-time welcome offer | ✓ Up to 80,000 miles + a $250 statement credit (estimated value about $1,210) | ✗ Only 10,000 miles (estimated value about $120) |
| First and second checked bags | ✓ Free first checked bag for up to 8 travel companions; the primary cardholder also receives a free second bag on domestic flights (round-trip savings of up to $110 per person) | ✗ Checked bags are at your expense |
| $120 rideshare credit | ✓ Up to $10 in monthly U.S. rideshare credits after renewal (Uber/Lyft and other eligible services) | ✗ No rideshare benefit |
| TakeOff 15 (redeem at 85 percent of the required miles) | ✓ 15% fewer miles for redemptions on Delta-operated flights | ✗ No such discount |
| Delta Stays hotel credits | ✓ Up to $100 in annual hotel statement credits | ✗ No hotel credit |
| U.S. supermarket spending | ✓ Earn 2x miles | ✗ Only 1x miles |
| First-year annual fee | ✓ $0 (no annual fee in the first year; $150 from the following year) | ✓ $0, with no ongoing annual fee |
Rewards and everyday benefits
- 2X Miles on Delta PurchasesDirect card purchases on the Delta Air Lines website or app earn 2 Delta miles per dollar.
- 2X Miles at Restaurants WorldwideRestaurant spending worldwide, including U.S. takeout and delivery, earns 2 Delta miles per dollar.
- 2X Miles at U.S. SupermarketsU.S. supermarket card purchases earn 2 Delta miles per dollar, doubling your miles from everyday grocery shopping.
- $100 Delta Stays Credit (NEW)Receive up to $100 in statement credits per calendar year for prepaid hotel or vacation-rental bookings through delta.com/stays.
- $200 Delta Flight Credit (Upgraded)Spend $10,000 on this card in a calendar year to receive a $200 Delta flight credit, reducing your airfare costs.
- 20% Back on In-Flight PurchasesFood and beverage purchases made with this card onboard Delta flights receive up to a 20% statement credit.
- $120 Rideshare Credit (NEW)After holding the card for a year and paying the renewal annual fee, receive up to $10 in monthly statement credits for eligible U.S. rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, up to $120 annually. Enrollment is required.
- First & Second Checked Bag Free (Upgraded)On Delta-operated flights, the cardholder and up to 8 travel companions receive a free first checked bag. The primary cardholder also receives a free second checked bag on Delta-operated U.S. domestic flights (normally $55 each way, saving an additional $110 round trip).
- Zone 5 Priority BoardingReceive Zone 5 priority boarding on Delta flights, helping you secure overhead-bin space for your carry-on.
- Car Rental Loss and Damage InsuranceCar rental collision coverage: secondary CDW coverage protects eligible noncommercial rentals against theft or collision. Paid enrollment in Premium Car Rental Protection is also available for primary coverage.
- Baggage Insurance PlanBaggage insurance: checked or carry-on baggage lost, damaged or stolen while traveling on a common carrier may be covered when the entire fare is paid with this card.
- Global Assist® HotlineGlobal Assist Hotline: receive complimentary medical, legal or administrative referrals during international travel emergencies. Any resulting service costs are your responsibility.
- TakeOff 15 (15% Award Discount)Redeem Delta miles for Delta-operated flights on the official website or app and receive a 15% miles discount at checkout, with no limit on uses.
- Pay with MilesPay with Miles: each 5,000 miles offsets $50 in airfare when booking on the Delta website, offering flexible fare savings.
- Miles HeadstartMiles advance: request an advance of Delta miles from American Express when urgently redeeming an award ticket, then replenish the miles through subsequent spending.
- Purchase ProtectionPurchase protection: eligible purchases may qualify for reimbursement for theft or accidental damage within 90 days of purchase, subject to terms; ordinary loss is excluded. Limits are $1,000 per item and $50,000 per card per calendar year, with $500 per event for natural disasters. Eligible payment amounts, replacement costs and exclusions also apply. Not all purchases are covered.
- Extended WarrantyExtended warranty: the original written manufacturer warranty must be valid in the United States. The original warranty and applicable service contracts combined must not exceed 60 months. Eligible purchases may receive up to 12 additional months, with limits of $10,000 per item and $50,000 per card per calendar year. Payment amounts, replacement costs and exclusions apply. This is not general accidental-damage coverage. Separate duration rules apply if the original warranty or service contract ends early.
- Venue Collection & Amex Special Ticket AccessAccess event ticket presales and dedicated entry or dining discounts at selected stadiums. Eligible purchases may receive a 10% credit, up to $250 annually.
Frequently asked questions and card tips
The card suits travelers taking at least 1-2 Delta Air Lines trips each year. A free checked bag on one round trip (saving $70) plus the annual $100 Delta Stays hotel credit already exceeds the $150 annual fee. Together with TakeOff 15, which requires only 85 percent of the usual redemption miles, it is a strong option for frequent Delta miles earners or redeemers.
This benefit is exclusive to Gold and higher-tier cardholders. Log in to your Delta account and search delta.com or the app for award tickets on Delta-operated flights. Checkout automatically charges 85 percent of the required miles, a 15% reduction. There is no limit on uses or cap, improving the utility and value of your miles.
Each calendar year, book a prepaid hotel or vacation rental through delta.com/stays and pay with Delta Gold to receive up to $100 in statement credits. This practical benefit is nearly equivalent to cash back and can be valuable for frequent travelers who book accommodation.
The first-year annual fee is $0, then $150 from the second year. You can experience the premium benefits in the first year without an annual fee, including free checked bags, redemptions at 85 percent of the required miles and hotel credits. If the card is no longer worthwhile or needed in the following year, contact customer service within 30 days of the second-year fee being charged to downgrade to no-annual-fee Delta Blue.
Free second checked bag: the primary cardholder receives a free second checked bag on Delta-operated U.S. domestic flights (normally $55 each way or $110 round trip). Travel companions retain the free-first-bag benefit. $120 rideshare credit: enrollment through the Amex website is required. After a year of cardholding and payment of the renewal annual fee, receive up to $10 in monthly U.S. rideshare credits, such as Uber or Lyft, up to $120 annually.
Over the past 365 days, Delta Gold showed a clear cycle alternating tiered high-mileage promotions (90k after $5k in spending) with standard or personalized offers (50k–80k after $2k–$3k). From 2026/8/27 through 11/04, Amex introduced a different increase: up to 80,000 miles plus a $250 statement credit after $3,000 in spending, with the $150 first-year annual fee waived. Its combined estimated value of $1,210 exceeds the spring and summer tiered 90k offers requiring $5,000 in spending, representing the highest reward value over the past year with a more accessible spending requirement.
