Best Delta card for infrequent flyers
The Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card is a great choice for people who may not fly Delta but still want to save money when they do. (Partner offer)
At a glance
- 2X Earn 2X Miles on Delta purchases, at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery in the U.S. and at U.S. supermarkets.
- 1X Earn 1X Mile on all other eligible purchases.
- Earn 40,000 bonus miles after you spend $2,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
- Enjoy a $0 introductory Annual Fee for the first year, then $99.
At a glance
- 2X Earn 2X Miles on Delta purchases, at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery in the U.S. and at U.S. supermarkets.
- 1X Earn 1X Mile on all other eligible purchases.
- Earn 40,000 bonus miles after you spend $2,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
- Enjoy a $0 introductory Annual Fee for the first year, then $99.
- Enjoy your first checked bag free on Delta flights.
- Card Members get 15% off when using miles to book Award Travel on Delta flights through delta.com and the Fly Delta app. Discount not applicable to partner-operated flights or to taxes and fees.
- Earn 2X Miles on Delta purchases, at U.S. Supermarkets and at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery in the U.S.
- Earn 1X Mile on all other eligible purchases.
- $100 Delta Flight Credit: After you spend $10,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, receive a Credit to use toward future travel.
- Want even more flexibility? Take up to $50 off the cost of your flight for every 5,000 miles you redeem with Pay with Miles when you book on delta.com.
- Receive a 20% savings in the form of a statement credit on eligible Delta in-flight purchases after using your Card.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- With Send & Split®, you can send money and split your Card purchases with any other Venmo or PayPal user, directly from the Amex App. Enroll today.
- Terms Apply.
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Our Take
TPG Editor's Rating
Overview
If you’re not looking for premium perks such as lounge access or earning status with Delta through spending, this card is a good option. It allows you to earn SkyMiles toward award travel and to save money with perks such as your first checked bag free and discounts on inflight purchases. The card’s low annual fee won’t break the bank, either.
Pros
- First checked bag free for you and up to eight companions
- Main Cabin 1 priority boarding
- 20% back in the form of a statement credit on inflight purchases (not including Wi-Fi)
Cons
- Doesn't make sense if you don't fly Delta
- There are better Delta cards if you want lounge access or a boost to earn elite status
Who is this card good for?
You don’t have to be a Delta loyalist to benefit from this card. With a $0 intro annual fee for the first year, then $99, you can easily take advantage of benefits that will outweigh the cost of the card. Perks such as your first checked bag free, and 20% back on inflight purchases are great ways to save money.
Earning Rewards
The Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card earns 2x miles at U.S. supermarkets, restaurants and on Delta purchases. It also earns 1x miles on other eligible purchases, making it one of the best airline credit cards.