Calculate Value
Value Breakdown
Dollar Value
$3,875.00
Based on average redemption value of 1.55¢ per mile
Alliance Comparison
Skyteam Average: 1.20¢ per mile
+29.2% vs alliance average
Alliance Partners
Air France
SkyteamValue: 1.20¢ per mile
3,000.00 USD value
Smart Recommendations
Best Time to Book
Book your Delta Airlines award flights for transcontinental routes, like New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX), during the first two weeks of January for the best availability, as many travelers are returning home after the holidays and demand is lower.
Sweet Spot
Flying from New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT) round-trip in business class typically costs around $5,000, but can be redeemed for just 250,000 Delta SkyMiles, providing exceptional value.
Routing Trick
You can book a round-trip from New York (JFK) to Paris (CDG) via Atlanta (ATL) and then return from CDG to Atlanta and back to New York, saving approximately 10,000 miles compared to booking a direct round-trip from JFK to CDG, as it utilizes Delta's routing rules allowing for an open-jaw itinerary.
Avoid These Fees
Avoid flying with Delta Airlines on domestic routes, as they often impose a $150 fee for changing or canceling award tickets, which can significantly increase your overall travel costs.
Alternative Airlines
Spirit
387,500 miles (+137,500 miles)
Frontier
352,273 miles (+102,273 miles)
Air France
Skyteam322,917 miles (+72,917 miles) (Alliance Partner)