Delta SkyMiles members looking to maximize their rewards and accelerate their Medallion Status can benefit significantly from Delta’s partnerships. One such valuable partner is Cape Air, offering SkyMiles members opportunities to earn miles and Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs) on select flights. This guide will detail how you can leverage the Delta SkyMiles partners program, specifically with Cape Air, to enhance your travel rewards.
Cape Air flights eligible for SkyMiles earning include those arriving to or departing from key locations such as Boston Logan International (BOS), San Juan, PR (SJU), St. Thomas, USVI (STT), St. Croix, USVI (STX), and Billings, MT (BIL). The crucial requirement is that these flights must be purchased through Delta channels. This means while the flights are operated and marketed by Cape Air, they must be ticketed by Delta (indicated by a Delta ticket stock number).
Earning miles on these eligible Cape Air flights works similarly to earning miles on Delta-marketed flights. SkyMiles members will accrue miles based on the ticket price. For every U.S. dollar spent on the base fare and carrier-imposed surcharges (excluding government-imposed taxes and fees), members earn a base rate of 5 miles. The earning potential increases for Medallion members. Silver Medallion members earn a total of 7 miles per dollar, Gold Medallion members earn 8, Platinum Medallion members earn 9, and Diamond Medallion members earn an impressive 11 miles per dollar spent. This bonus is calculated based on your Medallion status at the time of travel.
Just as importantly, these Cape Air flights also allow you to earn Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs), bringing you closer to achieving or maintaining Medallion Status. The accrual of MQDs on eligible Cape Air flights follows the same rules as Delta-marketed flights. MQDs are earned based on your spending on the base fare and carrier-imposed surcharges of Delta-ticketed flights.
To ensure your miles are credited automatically, it’s essential to add your SkyMiles number to your reservation before you travel. This can be done during the booking process on delta.com or through any Delta authorized sales channel. The qualifying electronic ticket for these Cape Air flights must be issued on Delta (006) ticket stock. Make sure your SkyMiles account number is included in Delta’s reservation record during booking.
What if you forgot to add your SkyMiles number before your trip? Don’t worry, you can still request retroactive credit. If your SkyMiles number wasn’t added prior to travel, you have up to 9 months from the completion of your flight to request mileage credit retroactively. This can typically be done through your SkyMiles account activity page on the Delta website. However, adding your number beforehand ensures a seamless process, with miles credited automatically after your travel is completed.
It’s important to note that mileage is credited to the SkyMiles account of the individual traveler, regardless of who purchased the ticket. SkyMiles accounts are individual, and mileage from different accounts cannot be pooled or combined. Each member must earn their own mileage credit. Mileage accrual is only applicable for travel actually flown by the SkyMiles member on scheduled service flights.
However, not all tickets are eligible for mileage accrual on Cape Air flights. Tickets that are excluded include bulk fares, consolidator vacation or tour package fare products, as well as Award Tickets or Pay with Miles tickets. Always verify the fare rules when booking to ensure mileage eligibility.
Delta Air Lines holds the final authority in the interpretation of the SkyMiles program rules and these partner earning guidelines. The SkyMiles program is governed by a comprehensive set of rules that apply to membership, mile accrual, redemption, and travel benefits. These rules are subject to change at any time, without prior notice. For a detailed understanding of the program rules, members are encouraged to review the Membership Guide & Program Rules available on the Delta Air Lines website.
In conclusion, by understanding the Delta SkyMiles partners program and specifically how it applies to Cape Air, SkyMiles members can strategically maximize their mileage earnings and progress towards Medallion Status. Remember to book through Delta channels, ensure your ticket is issued on Delta (006) ticket stock, and always add your SkyMiles number to your reservation to take full advantage of this partnership.
