{"id":61586,"date":"2023-12-13T22:30:17","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T22:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/13\/delta-skymiles-reserve-amex-card-review-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2023-12-13T22:30:17","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T22:30:17","slug":"delta-skymiles-reserve-amex-card-review-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/13\/delta-skymiles-reserve-amex-card-review-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta SkyMiles Reserve Amex card review &#8211; The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div><a id=\"delta-sky-miles-reserve-american-express-card-overview\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Delta SkyMiles\u00ae Reserve American Express Card overview<\/h2>\n<p>The <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta SkyMiles\u00ae Reserve American Express Card<\/a><\/span> provides complimentary Sky Club access when flying on Delta, as well as the ability to earn elite status through spending on the card. It&#8217;s best suited for frequent flyers who want Delta-specific perks, including lounge access, a boost toward elite status and a domestic companion certificate after each account anniversary. <strong>Card rating*: \u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u00bd<\/strong><\/p>\n<h6><em>*Card rating is based on the opinion of TPG&#8217;s editors and is not influenced by the card issuer.<\/em><\/h6>\n<hr class=\"jsx-3272990499\"\/>\n<p>Whether traveling for work or leisure, having <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/airport-lounge-access\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">airport lounge access<\/a> allows you to be <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/working-from-home-the-road-tips\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">more productive while traveling<\/a> and provides a place to relax before or between flights (and grab a quick drink or snack).<\/p>\n<p>While <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/airport-lounge-access\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">plenty of travel credit cards<\/a> provide airport lounge access, if you mainly fly with Delta, you&#8217;ll want to get into its <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-delta-sky-club-access\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Delta Sky Club lounges<\/a>. Luckily, one of the primary benefits of the <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card<\/a><\/span> is complimentary access to Delta Sky Clubs when flying Delta.<\/p>\n<p>So, suppose you were thinking about springing for a Sky Club membership. In that case, you&#8217;d probably be better off paying the Delta Reserve&#8217;s $550 annual fee (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rates and fees<\/a>) instead and enjoying both lounge access and other advantages.<\/p>\n<p>However, in September, Delta announced major (negative) changes to its <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-delta-skymiles\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SkyMiles loyalty program<\/a>. So make sure to read <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-skymiles-changes\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">our guides to how they are changing elite status requirements<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-skyclub-access-changes\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lounge access benefits<\/a> before deciding to apply for one of their credit cards.<\/p>\n<p>This card has a recommended <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/how-credit-scores-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">credit score<\/a> of at least 670.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a closer look at the Delta Reserve Amex and its benefits so you can decide whether it&#8217;s the right card for you.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"delta-reserve-amex-welcome-offer\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Delta Reserve Amex welcome offer<\/h2>\n<p>The <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta Reserve Amex<\/a><\/span> is currently offering 60,000 bonus miles after you spend $5,000 in purchases on your new card in your first six months of account opening.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__70lh2&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__zGkU5&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__AEA5s\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__cnneL\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TPG&#8217;s valuations<\/a> peg <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-delta-skymiles\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Delta SkyMiles<\/a> at 1.2 cents each, making 60,000 bonus miles worth $720.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.75%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/New_Amex-Delta-Skymiles-Reserve_CCSL.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Some applicants won&#8217;t be <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/credit-card-application-restrictions\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">eligible for this welcome offer<\/a>. Specifically, due to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/amex-once-per-lifetime-restrictions\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex&#8217;s one-bonus-per-card-per-lifetime rule<\/a>, you typically won&#8217;t qualify if you currently have this card or have had previous versions. Amex may also consider the number of <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">American Express cards<\/a> you&#8217;ve opened and closed, as well as other factors, when determining whether to offer you a welcome bonus.<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/amex-new-welcome-bonus-qualification-tool\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex will tell you if you aren&#8217;t eligible for the welcome offer<\/a> after submitting your application but before <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/2013\/09\/which-credit-report-agencies-banks-use-to-pull-your-credit-report-and-why-it-matters\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex pulls your credit<\/a>. So, if you&#8217;re hoping to snag the welcome bonus, pay attention to any messages or warnings that show up after you apply.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/credit-score-delta-cards\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">What credit score do you need to get Delta SkyMiles cards?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"delta-reserve-amex-benefits\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Delta Reserve Amex benefits<\/h2>\n<p>The <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta Reserve Amex<\/a><\/span> offers several useful perks for frequent Delta flyers.<\/p>\n<h3>Lounge access<\/h3>\n<p>With the <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta Reserve Amex<\/a><\/span>, primary and additional cardmembers get complimentary access to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-delta-sky-club-access\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Delta Sky Club lounges<\/a> when traveling on a same-day, Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight. Cardmembers can also pay a fee of $50 per person per location for Sky Club access when traveling on a Delta partner airline flight not marketed or operated by Delta.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:75%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/05\/1_IMG_20200303_095014.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">ALBERTO RIVA\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Delta Reserve Amex will also get you into <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/the-ultimate-guide-to-amex-centurion-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">American Express Centurion Lounges<\/a> for free when flying Delta with a ticket purchased on a U.S.-issued <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">American Express card<\/a>. You can bring up to two guests into the Centurion Lounge with you for a fee of $50 per person per location.<\/p>\n<p>Cardmembers also get two <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/how-to-use-delta-sky-club-guest-passes-delta-reserve\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">one-time Sky Club guest passes<\/a> upon account opening and each year upon account renewal. You can also pay $50 per person per location to bring up to two guests or immediate family (spouse or domestic partner and children under 21 years of age) with you into the Sky Club.<\/p>\n<p><em>Effective 2\/1\/25, Reserve Card Members will receive 15 Visits per year to the Delta Sky Club; to earn an unlimited number of visits each year starting on 2\/1\/25, the total eligible purchases on the Card must equal $75,000 or more between 1\/1\/24 and 12\/31\/24, and each calendar year thereafter.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Annual companion certificate<\/h3>\n<p>Another major benefit of the Delta Reserve Amex is the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/save-family-money-delta-companion-ticket\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">companion certificate<\/a> cardmembers receive each year after their account anniversary. The companion certificate is valid for one round-trip ticket in first class, Delta Comfort+ or Main Cabin for a companion when you purchase one adult round-trip. You just have to pay the taxes and fees on the second ticket.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/08\/20230823_Delta-One-A330-900neo-seat-with-door-closed-1_ERosen_98.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">ERIC ROSEN\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Travel must occur within the 48 contiguous United States unless you live in Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands. You can only book tickets in the following fare classes, too:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>First-class<\/strong>: I and Z.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Comfort+:<\/strong> W and S, but only when L, U, T, X or V classes of service are available in the main cabin.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Main Cabin<\/strong>: L, U, T, X and V.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Depending on what you redeem your companion ticket for, you could use it to save hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year, especially if you fly first class.<\/p>\n<h3>Elite status qualification<\/h3>\n<p>Effective Jan. 1, 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-skymiles-changes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delta will remove the MQD waiver and MQM<\/a> earning benefits earned toward elite status and replace them with a unified approach toward elite status, Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQD).<\/p>\n<p>As all Medallion earning activities are consolidated into MQD, Delta Reserve Amex cardholders will earn 1 MQD for every $10 spent with no limit on how many MQDs can be earned through credit card spending.<\/p>\n<p>This is a major drawback from previous elite status benefits found on the card, as it used to offer an <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/chasing-delta-elite-status-coronavirus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MQD waiver<\/a> for elite status based on spending activity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-upgrades-on-delta\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The ultimate guide to getting upgraded on Delta<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Other perks<\/h3>\n<p>The <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta Reserve Amex<\/a><\/span> extends many other travel-related perks, including first <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/how-to-avoid-checked-baggage-fees\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">checked bag free<\/a> for you and up to eight companions, Main Cabin 1 priority boarding, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/delta-credit-card-award-discount\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">15% off award redemptions for Delta flights<\/a>, 20% back as a statement credit on inflight purchases, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/global-entry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Entry\/TSA PreCheck<\/a> fee credit up to $100, and no foreign transaction fees (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>The Delta Reserve also includes extensive <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/american-express-shopping-protections\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shopping protections<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/american-express-cards-travel-protections\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">travel coverage<\/a> when you use your card for certain purchases.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"earning-miles-on-the-delta-reserve-amex\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Earning miles on the Delta Reserve Amex<\/h2>\n<p>As you might assume from its name, the Delta Reserve Amex <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/how-to-earn-miles-delta-skymiles\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">earns Delta SkyMiles<\/a> as follows when you make eligible purchases with the card:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 miles per dollar on eligible purchases made directly with Delta<\/li>\n<li>1 mile per dollar on all other eligible purchases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:56.3%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/02\/shutterstock_1872861322.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">MY AGENCY\/SHUTTERSHOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>But even with 3 miles per dollar on airfare, you may not want to spend much on the <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta Reserve Amex<\/a><\/span> after you&#8217;ve earned the welcome bonus because, based on <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TPG&#8217;s valuation of Delta miles at 1.2 cents each<\/a>, you&#8217;ll get about a 3.6% return on Delta purchases and a 1.2% return on everything else.<\/p>\n<p>You can do better, especially if you consider other <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">American Express cards<\/a> that earn <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/redeeming-american-express-membership-rewards-maximum-value\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Membership Rewards points<\/a> that you can transfer to Delta.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/why-amex-platinum-might-be-best-card-delta-flyers\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">4 reasons why the Amex Platinum might be the ideal credit card for Delta flyers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"redeeming-miles-on-the-delta-reserve-amex\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Redeeming miles on the Delta Reserve Amex<\/h2>\n<p>Delta&#8217;s dynamic pricing can make it frustrating to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/how-to-redeem-delta-skymiles\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">redeem Delta SkyMiles<\/a>. The effects of variable pricing can be mild in some cases, like this month of round-trip flights between New York (JFK) and Chicago-O&#8217;Hare (ORD). Delta highlights the lowest economy class fare of 15,000 miles in this example, but many other dates have significantly higher pricing.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/Delta-A220-300-Zach-Griff-35.jpeg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">ZACH GRIFF\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>And when you start talking about premium-cabin awards, prices can skyrocket. When booking through other loyalty programs, You can do better than these one-way awards between LAX and London-Heathrow (LHR).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:59.49790794979079%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-03-at-4.07.50-PM.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">DELTA.COM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you have the flexibility to do so, you&#8217;d be better off saving your Delta miles for one of the carrier&#8217;s frequent flash award sales. In the past, we&#8217;ve seen deals for <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/deals\/delta-award-sale-2000\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">domestic awards from 2,000 SkyMiles<\/a> each way and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/nyc-bogota-skymiles-deal\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">New York to Bogota, Colombia, in business class from 12,000 SkyMiles<\/a> each way.<\/p>\n<p>You can also use your SkyMiles to fly on <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/searching-skyteam-availability\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">international SkyTeam partner airlines<\/a> such as <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/reviews\/flight-review-air-france-business-class-on-the-787-9-from-new-york-to-paris\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Air France<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/reviews\/korean-air-747-8-business-class\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Korean Air<\/a>, as well as select non-alliance partners like <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/reviews\/virgin-atlantic-a330-economy\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Virgin Atlantic<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/reviews\/westjet-premium-economy-787\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">WestJet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You can redeem Delta SkyMiles for many things other than flights, too \u2014 including <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/redeem-miles-alcohol-skyclub\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">premium alcoholic beverages in Sky Clubs<\/a> as well as hotels and rental cars. However, note that some redemption options provide relatively low value.<\/p>\n<p>TPG&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/author\/hstreck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hannah Streck<\/a> often uses her Delta SkyMiles to book award tickets and utilizes the 15% off Delta flights to stretch her stash of miles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/sweet-spots-delta-skymiles\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">9 Delta SkyMiles sweet spots worth saving up for<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"which-cards-compete-with-the-delta-reserve-amex\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Which cards compete with the Delta Reserve Amex?<\/h2>\n<p>Most <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta Reserve Amex<\/a><\/span> cardmembers carry it for two reasons: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-delta-sky-club-access\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Delta Sky Club access<\/a> and an extra boost toward <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-delta-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">earning Delta elite status<\/a>. When it comes to these perks, the Delta Reserve Amex has three primary competitors:<\/p>\n<p>For additional options, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">full list of the best travel cards<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-air-lines-amex-status-match\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Delta elite status match offered to targeted Amex cardholders<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"is-the-delta-reserve-amex-worth-it\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Is the Delta Reserve Amex worth it?<\/h2>\n<p>This card is best for Delta loyalists who want complimentary <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-delta-sky-club-access\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Delta Sky Club access<\/a>, and elitelike benefits when flying Delta or redeeming miles. If you fit that bill, this card could be worth it. However, if you want to maximize your frequent flyer miles earnings, you&#8217;d be better off getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/a-guide-to-earning-transferable-points\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">card that earns transferable points<\/a>, like the <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-platinum-card-from-american-express\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Amex Platinum<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"bottom-line\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t need a ton of Delta-specific perks, another card might be better for you. And you&#8217;ll definitely want to make sure you fly enough to justify the hefty annual fee. If you fly often, however, and if you&#8217;re a Delta loyalist, then the Reserve is a tough proposition to beat.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"jsx-3272990499\"\/>\n<p><strong>Apply here: <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr class=\"jsx-3272990499\"\/>\n<p><em>For rates and fees of the Delta Reserve Amex, click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Amex Platinum, click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-platinum-card-from-american-express-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Delta Platinum Amex, click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-platinum-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Delta Reserve Business Amex, click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-business-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/delta-reserve-amex-credit-card-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Delta SkyMiles\u00ae Reserve American Express Card overview The Delta SkyMiles\u00ae Reserve American Express Card provides complimentary Sky Club access when flying on Delta, as well as the ability to earn elite status through spending on the card. It&#8217;s best suited for frequent flyers who want Delta-specific perks, including lounge access, a boost toward elite status [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":61587,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-61586","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-travel"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61586","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=61586"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61586\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/61587"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=61586"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=61586"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=61586"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}