Delta sent out an email to SkyMiles Medallion members today outlining a supposedly "new" way to upgrade to first class with miles (even though it has been around for a while). I've received a few emails about it expressing confusion, so figured I'd provide a quick rundown. Basically at the time you purchase a ticket,…
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Indeed. I saw this email and thought that they must think I'm stupid. I can always get 2cpm, even with Skypesos and their horrible availability. *Hint: redeem for AS flights!
This may actually be a useful option for DL medallions who are Skypesos rich but still want the Mqm's and MQD's( specially silver and gold ). Using Skypesos for award travel means no Mqm's. Even though it is a horrible value, pay with points used to be only possible with an Amex Delta card. Could this be the start of pay with points/miles a la Northwest before ? Interesting. Thanks Ben!
@Winston has a great point. I am sitting on a huge pot of miles (and with a 4 months pregnant wife, will not be taking any big international trips for a while!). With less work travel for me this year, redeeming miles for extra MQM's and MQD's may be the difference between Gold & Platinum. Definitely something to think about...
@ Winston & @ Nick E -- based on the terms quoted by Lucky, you get MQD on cash amount of ticket purchased. So the main benefit you'd get is MQM which is based on cabin flown.
DL is such a scam, they want 20cents a mile on earn for status and give us 1 cent for redeem? Forget the mileage game and fly the most convenient schedule. Even in times of irregular operations I get more respect as a Y flyer than as a Diamond anymore, or a 1K which I was, or even an AA EX PL I am giving up. When they dont have your biz but they want it they put out, when they have you locked into these programs they treat you like mushrooms if they can get away with it. Free agent all the way for my $$$
They will offer this option up through check in. Of course, Delta US First Class doesn't include any food or video entertainment. However when your spouse has exceptionally long legs, sometimes it is good to be the nice wife.