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Delta and American Express Roll Out Limited‑Time SkyMiles Bonuses Including First Reserve Consumer Flight Certificates

The campaign uses large, time‑bound incentives to push new card signups and higher card spending.

Overview

  • The offers launched Aug. 27 and run through Nov. 4, 2026, as a limited promotion across the Delta SkyMiles American Express card portfolio.
  • For the first time the Delta SkyMiles Reserve consumer card awards two round‑trip Comfort Flight Certificates plus 50,000 bonus miles after $10,000 in purchases in six months, with certificates valid for U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands travel booked at least 21 days ahead and taxes or fees up to $80 per passenger.
  • The Reserve Business card carries a record 200,000‑mile welcome bonus that requires $20,000 in spending in the first six months to earn the full award.
  • Other limited offers include elevated bonuses on Gold, Platinum and Business Platinum cards and short‑term member perks such as a complimentary premium snack on select long flights through Oct. 31 and a 20% statement credit on eligible in‑flight purchases.
  • Card value depends on personal use because the biggest offers require high spending and Reserve cards have sizable annual fees, so consumers must weigh advance‑purchase rules, certificate fees, and whether recurring benefits will offset costs for frequent Delta flyers.