Delta Air Lines® and American Express® today introduced new travel benefits for eligible Delta SkyMiles® Card Members, along with refreshed Card designs across the full portfolio and welcome offers for new Card Members, adding more value with no increase to the annual fee.
Starting today, Basic Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum and Reserve Consumer and Business Card Members will receive a complimentary second checked bag on domestic Delta-operated flights. Nearly two-thirds (63%) of travelers* say they spend more time deciding what to pack than planning their actual trip and 41% of small business travelers** say they would pack more outfit options if they had a second free checked bag — underscoring how thoughtful benefits can help make the travel experience easier at every stage of the trip.
Additionally, enrolled Delta SkyMiles Gold and Gold Business Card Members will have access to the $120 annual Rideshare Credit after Card renewal, unlocking up to $10 in monthly statement credits on eligible U.S. rideshare purchases with select providers. Together, these updates are designed to make travel more rewarding at every step — from getting to the airport to packing for a trip — while helping eligible Card Members get more from their Card.
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Delta SkyMiles® American Express partnership, the new benefit enhancements are complemented by updated Card designs, including a new Slate Grey option for Reserve and Reserve Business Cards.
Plus, Companion Certificates can now be redeemed toward the eligible flight portion of a Delta Vacations package. Delta SkyMiles Platinum Card Members enjoy a Companion Certificate on a Delta Main domestic, Caribbean, or Central American round-trip flight each year after Card renewal, while Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card Members enjoy a Companion Certificate valid for a Delta First, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort or Delta Main round-trip flight across the same geographies each year after Card renewal.1
“Over 30 years, Delta’s partnership with American Express has grown into one of the industry’s strongest because it’s grounded in what customers value — premium experiences and real, everyday benefits,” said Dwight James, Senior Vice President – Customer Engagement & Loyalty for Delta and CEO – Delta Vacations. “Together, we’ll keep evolving the Card experience in ways that make travel feel simpler and deliver real value to our Members in the moments that matter.”
“This is what our partnership with Delta does best: bringing together our strengths to deliver more value across the full travel journey,” said Jon Gantman, Executive Vice President – Cobrand Products & New Product Development at American Express. “From getting to the airport to stepping on the plane, we’ve worked together to add meaningful benefits like rideshare credits and a second checked bag — so our shared Card Members get more value along the way, without increasing annual fees.”
Beginning today, new Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members can earn additional miles through limited-time offers when they apply and are approved by July 15, 2026:
Terms and conditions apply. Learn more about the Delta SkyMiles American Express Cards and the Delta SkyMiles Business American Express Cards.
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