The unexpected upgrades surfaced this month.

A look at the complex systems to attain qualifying status for both airlines.

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated with details about bonus Medallion Qualifying Dollars (MQD) for eligible Delta credit card holders. In an email to Delta SkyMiles members, Delta CEO Ed ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Achieving Delta Sky Priority status levels up your travel experience with shorter lines and white glove treatments. (Getty Images) ...

Some lucky loyalty program members are being gifted status from airlines, even if they didn't requalify organically.

Here’s everything you need to know about Delta's loyalty program. Courtesy of Delta Delta Air Lines offers a frequent flier program called SkyMiles that's designed to reward loyal passengers with ...

Editor’s Note: This article was updated on Jan. 10, 2024 with a statement from Delta Air Lines. Delta loyalists, check your email. The airline may have gifted you upgraded elite status. CNN ...

After a torrent of criticism from some of its most valuable customers, Delta Air Lines is softening the blow of changes that will make it harder to reach elite status in its frequent flier program in ...

Elite airline status is the holy grail for air travelers and Delta Air Lines just made achieving it harder. The Atlanta-based carrier late Wednesday announced upcoming changes to its branded American ...

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