Delta Air Lines for 2026 is updating Choice Benefits, the perks it offers Platinum and Diamond status members in its SkyMiles loyalty program, the carrier announced Tuesday. The Medallion Qualifying Dollar thresholds to earn 2027 Medallion Status, however, will remain the same.
Beginning Feb. 1, 2026, Diamond and Platinum status members will have the ability to gift Gold or Silver status, respectively, to four other people, up from two, according to Delta. Bonus miles for Diamond members will increase to 40,000 from 35,000, while those for Platinum members will increase to 35,000 from 30,000. Delta travel vouchers also will increase to $550 from $350 for Diamond members and $350 from $300 for Platinum members.
SkyMiles members have through Dec. 31 to secure status levels for the next year.