Delta Airlines /

500,000 Miles

Skyteam 1.55¢ per mile ≈ $7,750.00 value

Calculate Value

Value Breakdown

Dollar Value

$7,750.00

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

Skyteam

Value: 1.20¢ per mile

6,000.00 USD value

Smart Recommendations

Best Time to Book

Book award flights for peak summer travel routes, such as New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX), in late January or early February to maximize availability and minimize mileage costs.

Sweet Spot

You can redeem 50,000 Delta SkyMiles for a one-way flight from the U.S. to Europe, which typically costs around $800 in cash, offering exceptional value for your miles.

Routing Trick

Book a Delta flight from New York (JFK) to Tokyo (NRT) via Los Angeles (LAX) instead of flying direct; this routing can save you approximately 10,000 miles compared to a direct ticket while earning additional miles on the segments.

Avoid These Fees

Avoid flying with Delta Airlines on domestic routes, particularly from New York to Los Angeles, as they often impose a $150 fee for changes and a $200 fee for checked baggage on certain fare classes.

Alternative Airlines

Spirit

775,000 miles (+275,000 miles)

Frontier

704,545 miles (+204,545 miles)

Air France

Skyteam

645,833 miles (+145,833 miles) (Alliance Partner)