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Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card

4.2 / 5
Delta SkyMiles · Personal card

The two-free-bags change in 2026 made this an easy call for Delta households. Earning rates are modest, so pair it with a stronger everyday card.

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At a glance

Welcome bonus
80,000 miles
Spend $3,000 in 6 months
Annual fee
$150 (waived first year)
Waived first year
Purchase APR
19.49% to 28.49%
No intro APR
FX fee
None
Rates accurate as of Issuer terms Offer expires November 4, 2026
Editorial

Our take

The two-free-bags change in 2026 made this an easy call for Delta households. Earning rates are modest, so pair it with a stronger everyday card.

Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • First and second checked bags free on Delta
  • First year fee waived
  • 15% off award flights
  • No foreign transaction fee

Cons

  • 2x categories are narrow and SkyMiles run cheap
  • No lounge access
  • Almost no travel protections
Earnings

Earn rates

CategoryRateNotes
Delta purchases2x miles
Restaurants2x milesWorldwide, including US takeout and delivery.
US supermarkets2x miles
All other purchases1x miles
Benefits

Key benefits

Two free checked bags

First and second checked bags free for you and other eligible Delta Amex cardholders on your reservation, on domestic Delta flights. Second bag added June 2026.

$200 Delta Flight Credit

After $10,000 in purchases in a calendar year.

TakeOff 15

15% off Delta award flight pricing.

Fit

Who this is best for

  • Delta flyers who check bags
  • Families flying Delta together
  • Casual SkyMiles collectors
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Delta Gold welcome bonus?
Earn as high as 80,000 bonus miles plus a $250 statement credit after spending $3,000 in eligible purchases in the first 6 months. Offer ends November 4, 2026.
Does the Delta Gold charge an annual fee?
Yes. The annual fee is $150, waived for the first year.
Does the Delta Gold have a foreign transaction fee?
No. The Delta Gold charges no foreign transaction fee, so it works well for international purchases.
What APR does the Delta Gold charge?
The purchase APR is 19.49% to 28.49% variable.
Who is the Delta Gold best for?
Delta flyers who check bags. Families flying Delta together. Casual SkyMiles collectors.
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Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card

Spend $3,000 in 6 months
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Rates accurate as of October 6, 2026. Issuer terms.