Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Summary

A balanced card for frequent travelers who want an annual companion certificate and a status head start.

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Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Our Rating Mid-Tier Status Card

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Welcome Offer 80,000 after $4k in 6mo + 20,000 after addl $2k in 6mo

100,000 Bonus Miles

Earn up to 100,000 bonus miles with tiered spend

Annual Fee$350

APR19.49% to 28.49% variable

Why We Like This Card

Annual companion certificate and status boost

Pros & Cons

Pros

Companion Certificate; First Checked Bag Free; MQD Headstart

Cons

No lounge access; higher annual fee than Gold

Card Highlights

$2,500 MQD Headstart; $150 Delta Stays Credit; $120 Resy Credit

Card Details

The Good

• $2,500 MQD Headstart
• Annual Companion Certificate (Main Cabin)
• First Checked Bag Free
• $150 Delta Stays Credit
• $120 Resy Credit
• $120 Rideshare Credit
• TakeOff 15% Discount
• Global Entry/TSA Credit
• Hertz Five Star Status
• MQD Boost ($1 per $20)

Things to watch out for

• $350 annual fee is a jump from previous years
• No Sky Club access (even for a fee)
• Companion cert only valid after renewal
• Status boost is slower than the Reserve card

Our take

The Delta Platinum is the sweet spot for travelers who don’t need lounge access but value the annual Companion Certificate. The $2,500 MQD Headstart is a significant leg up for anyone aiming for Silver or Gold Medallion status without excessive flying.

The combination of a $150 Delta Stays credit and a $120 Resy credit helps mitigate the $350 annual fee, making the net cost very manageable for those who use these services.

However, the removal of the Sky Club “pay-per-visit” option means this card is strictly for earning miles and status, rather than airport luxury.