Earn More Toward Medallion® Status and More Miles with Delta Vacations

Go Beyond the Flight with Delta Vacations and discover how to earn even more toward your Medallion Status on your vacation package. Plus, earn up to 10,000 bonus miles, in addition to flight miles, on every getaway.
 
 

How To Earn Toward Medallion Status

SkyMiles® Members who book a Delta Vacations package earn $1 Medallion Qualification Dollar (MQD) per $1 spend on their Total Package Price.

Here’s a breakdown of how you will earn MQDs:

  • All passengers in your booking will earn MQDs for the flight portion of the package based on Exception Fares.
  • In addition to the MQDs earned on the flight portion of the package, as the primary passenger who books the package you will also receive MQDs on nonflight portions of the package, such as hotels, rides, cars, and activities. The amount of MQDs you earn for this nonflight portion equals the difference between the Total Package Price and the combined MQDs awarded to all passengers for the flight portion.

How To Earn Bonus Miles


You can earn up to 10,000 bonus miles per person on every vacation experience you book on top of the miles you earn for your flight.

EARN
1,000
BONUS MILES

per person on bookings of
up to $4,999

EARN
5,000
BONUS MILES

per person on bookings of
$5,000 - $9,999

EARN
10,000
BONUS MILES

per person on bookings of
$10,000+


 

EARN MQDs ON A DELTA VACATIONS GETAWAY


Get inspired by some of our featured destinations and see how quickly it can all add up.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

CANCUN (6,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $7,129 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip W fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight direct from Atlanta to Cancun, and booked a 6-night stay in a swim-up suite at The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, for travel in October 2024 (nonpeak) for 2 travelers;
  • Travelers upgraded to a private nonstop transfer with an SUV; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Private Tulum Cenote and Lunch, Private Chichen Itza Experience, Luxury Sailing and Catamaran, and Traveler's Table.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

LOS CABOS (20,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $ 22,216 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip J fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight from New York (JFK) to Los Cabos with one layover, and booked a 6-night stay in a Governor Suite Ocean View at Grand Velas Los Cabos, for travel in October 2024 (nonpeak) for 2 travelers;
  • Travelers upgraded to a private transfer; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Art & Beer Tasting in San Jose, Fantastic Land & Sea Tour, ATV Tour Double Rider, Private Deep Sea Fishing, Private City Tour, Electric Bike Beach Experience, and Snorkeling Tour.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

HONOLULU (17,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $27,021 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip C fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight Omaha to Honolulu with one layover, and booked a 9-night stay in 2 Ocean View King rooms at Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, for travel in November 2024 (nonpeak) for 4 travelers;
  • Travelers rent a full-size all-terrain SUV; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Snorkel Experience and Picnic, Paradise Cove Luau, and Fireworks Dinner Cruise.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

MAUI (18,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $25,499 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • 2 travelers purchased roundtrip C fares and 2 travelers purchased roundtrip D fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight from Minneapolis to Maui with one layover, and booked an 8-night stay in 2 Tower Deluxe Ocean View rooms with breakfast included at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, for travel in November 2024 (nonpeak) for 2 travelers;
  • Travelers book a private van transfer; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Standard flower lei greeting, Best of Maui Tour, and Royal Lahaina Luau.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

NEW ZEALAND (18,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $22,305 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip I fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight direct from Los Angeles to Auckland, and booked a 12-night stay in a Harbour View Standard room with breakfast included at voco Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel, for travel in November 2024 (nonpeak) for 2 travelers;
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Hobbiton From Shires Rest, Big Foody Flavours of Our City, Lake Taupo Scenic Cruise, Ultimate Canopy Rotorua, Zealandia Twilight Tour, Fullers Waiheke Bus Hop-On/Off, and Skyline ROT Gondola & Luge.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

PARIS (29,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $32,013 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip C fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight direct from Minneapolis to Paris, and booked an 11-night stay in a Junior Suite with breakfast included at Villa Marquis Member of Meliã Collection, for travel in October 2024 (nonpeak) for 4 travelers;
  • Travelers rent a premium sedan; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Eiffel Tower Dinner and Cruise, Versailles with Guide Tour, Mont Saint Michel Guided Tour, Disneyland 1 Day 2 Park Ticket, Bruges Tour, La Marina Lunch Cruise, Secret Food Tour Pastry, Moulin Rouge Show, and Chateaux Country Tour.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

LAS VEGAS (7,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $8,489 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip C fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight direct from New York (JFK) to Las Vegas, and booked a 5-night stay in a Gold King room at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, for travel in October 2024 (nonpeak) for 2 travelers;
  • Travelers rent a premium elite SUV; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including West Rim Platinum Van Tour and Savors of the Strip Food Tour.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

Disclaimer: The example listed above is for illustration purposes only and has been estimated using the listed assumptions in the terms and conditions. Flight fares, hotel rates, car rental and private transfer rates, activities rates, general availability for all components, and other factors subject to change may affect a Member's ability to reach Status as listed in the example above. MQD earn is subject to the terms & conditions listed below.  For more information on examples, see terms & conditions.

LONDON (14,000 MQDs)

*Assumes:

  • The total package price is approximately $21,446 (excluding taxes, insurance, and other fees, as specified in the Delta Vacations terms & conditions for MQD earn);
  • All travelers purchased roundtrip W fares on a Delta marketed and operated flight direct from Los Angeles to London, and booked an 11-night stay in 2 Always Me rooms with breakfast included at ME London, for travel in November 2024 (nonpeak) for 4 travelers;
  • Travelers rent an intermediate SUV; and
  • Travelers pre-booked activities through Delta Vacations, including Harry Potter Walking Tour, London Hop-on/Hop-off 24 Hour, Hampton Windsor Private Tour, and Go City London Explore Pass.
  • This illustration is focused on total MQDs potentially earned by the lead booker; to see how many MQDs would be earned by the other travelers on the booking, please see https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles.

How To Earn Miles On Your Flight


When you vacation with us, you'll earn at least what you would normally earn on your Delta flight, just slightly different because you are booking a package. For your flight, you'll earn miles one of two ways: miles when you fly or miles when you fly with exception fares. Whichever of these two ways is the greater amount for your trip, you will earn that with Delta Vacations.

How To Earn Even More Miles With Your
Delta SkyMiles® American Express Card


Use your Delta SkyMiles® American Express Card with Delta Vacations to earn even more bonus miles. Terms apply, Go to footer note.
 

Delta SkyMiles® American Express Card
Bonus Miles Earned (Per Dollar Spent on Card)
Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card 2 miles
Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card 2 miles
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card 3 miles
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card 3 miles

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Earn Toward Medallion Status with Delta Vacations Terms and Conditions

  • SkyMiles Members will earn one (1) Medallion Qualifying Dollar (MQD) per US$1 (or equivalent foreign currency) of the Total Package Price for every completed Delta Vacations package when booked with Delta Vacations online, via our vacation experts, or through an authorized third-party agency. “Total Package Price” means the total value of the package in USD or equivalent foreign currency spent on Eligible Flights, base hotel rental rate, base car rental rate, car transfer rate, cost of activities booked, but excluding taxes, fees, insurance, room service, other booking charges, amounts paid directly to the hotel, car or activity provider, or any element of the booking which is paid or reduced by vouchers or discount codes. “Eligible Flights” means Delta-marketed flights in Main Cabin or above (flight numbers that include the “DL” airline code), flights marketed by Core Global Airline Partners that have a Delta ticket number (ticket number beginning with “006”) and SkyTeam-marketed flights operated by a SkyTeam member airline that have a Delta ticket number (ticket number beginning with “006”), in each case which is booked through Delta Vacations direct via our Customer Engagement Center, or through an authorized travel advisor. Eligible Flights expressly excludes flights marketed by airlines that are not Delta Core Global Airline partners or SkyTeam members. Qualifying car rental bookings include rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company.
  • SkyMiles Members will be awarded the MQDs as follows:
    • All passengers listed in the Delta Vacations booking will earn on the flight portion of the package based on the following:
      • Flight Option #1: If the sum of all passengers’ Exception Fares is greater than or equal to the Total Package Price, then the number of flight MQDs earned by each passenger = (Total Package Price / total # of passengers on the booking itinerary)
      • Flight Option #2: If the sum of all passengers’ Exception Fares is less than the Total Package Price, then the number of flight MQDs earned by each passenger = MQD’s for such passenger’s flight calculated using the Exception Fare policy.
  • In addition to the MQDs earned on the flight component (if applicable), the passenger who books the package will earn MQDs on the nonflight portion of the Total Package Price based on the following:
    1. If the flight MQDs for all passengers were calculated using flight option 1 above: No additional nonflight MQDs earned.
    2. If the flight MQDs for all passengers were calculated using flight option 2 above: The number of additional nonflight MQDs earned by the lead booker = Total Package Price – (sum of all passengers’ Exception Fares).
    3. If no flight is attached to the booking, only the lead booker earns nonflight MQDs equivalent to the Total Package Price.
  • This calculation does not apply to packages of 8 people or more (“Group Packages”). On Group Packages, each passenger will only be eligible to earn MQDs on the flight portion of the package using the Exception Fares policy.
  • Generally, posting of MQDs and miles to a SkyMiles Member’s account depends on when Delta receives information related to the qualifying purchase. For Delta Vacations miles and MQDs, please allow up to 8 weeks after completion of a Delta-marketed flight for flight miles and MQDs to be deposited in SkyMiles account and 8 weeks after completion of eligible car rental or hotel stay for miles and MQDs to be deposited in SkyMiles account. No MQDs will be awarded for any portion of the package not consumed by the passengers in the booking.