Yes, you can absolutely use Delta SkyMiles to pay for part of a ticket through a program called Pay with Miles.
Understanding Pay with Miles
Pay with Miles is a valuable benefit that allows you to use your accumulated SkyMiles to reduce the cost of eligible flights, either partially or in full. This option is specifically available to holders of select Delta SkyMiles Credit Cards.
Key aspects of Pay with Miles:
- Partial or Full Payment: You have the flexibility to use miles to cover a portion of your ticket's price or the entire cost, depending on your miles balance and the ticket price.
- Eligibility: While it's a benefit primarily for specific Delta SkyMiles Credit Card members, it's widely available as a payment option.
- Availability: This payment method is consistently available on all Delta operated flights.
- Minimum Requirement: To utilize Pay with Miles, you must have at least 5,000 miles in your SkyMiles account. Miles can typically be redeemed in increments of 5,000.
How Pay with Miles Works
When booking an eligible Delta operated flight online, during the payment process, you will typically see an option to "Pay with Miles." If you meet the criteria (select Delta SkyMiles Credit Card holder and at least 5,000 miles), you can choose how many miles you wish to apply towards your ticket cost. The remaining balance, if any, would then be paid with a credit card or another accepted payment method.
For example:
- If a ticket costs $250 and you have 10,000 miles, you might be able to use 5,000 miles to reduce the price by a certain amount (e.g., $50, making your out-of-pocket cost $200).
- If you have enough miles, you could potentially cover the entire cost.
Benefits of Using Miles Partially
Using miles to pay for part of a ticket offers several advantages:
- Flexibility: It allows you to use your miles even if you don't have enough for a full redemption.
- Reduced Out-of-Pocket Expense: Lower the cash cost of your flight, saving money.
- Accessibility: As long as you meet the minimum mile requirement and have the right credit card, it's a straightforward option for Delta operated flights.
Summary of Pay with Miles Eligibility & Usage
To quickly summarize the conditions for using SkyMiles partially:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Availability | All Delta operated flights |
| Minimum Miles Required | 5,000 SkyMiles |
| Benefit For | Holders of select Delta SkyMiles Credit Cards |
| Payment Flexibility | Use miles for all or part of eligible flight price |
