Transfer American Express Membership Rewards to Delta SkyMiles
Current transfer ratio: 1:1. Use your Amex MR points for Delta One awards on Delta Air Lines, plus partner airlines bookable through Delta SkyMiles.
See Delta Air Lines sweet spots →How the transfer works
Membership Rewards transfers to Delta SkyMiles at a 1:1 ratio. Transfers typically complete within minutes for most programs (some, like British Airways and Virgin Atlantic via Chase, can take up to 24 hours).
Cards that earn Membership Rewards:
- Amex Platinum
- Amex Gold
- Business Platinum
- Business Gold
Best uses for Delta SkyMiles miles
- Delta One to Europe using Virgin Atlantic or Air France miles
- Flash sales from the West Coast to Asia
- Domestic first class low-mileage saver awards
Popular Delta Air Lines routes
Step-by-step transfer guide
- Find award availability first. Use AwardLocker to confirm Delta Air Lines saver space exists on your dates before transferring. Points transfers are almost always non-reversible.
- Link your accounts. On Amex MR's website, link your Delta SkyMiles loyalty number under transfer partners.
- Initiate the transfer. Move the exact number of miles you need. Most transfers post within minutes.
- Book immediately. Award space can disappear — call Delta Air Lines or book online the moment points arrive.
Frequently asked questions
Is American Express Membership Rewards to Delta SkyMiles a 1:1 transfer?
The current ratio is 1:1. Transfer ratios can change — always confirm the current ratio in your Amex MR account before transferring.
How long does the transfer take?
Most Delta SkyMiles transfers from Amex MR complete within minutes. Some programs can take up to 24 hours — always find award space first, then transfer.
Are there transfer bonuses to Delta Air Lines?
Amex MR runs periodic transfer bonuses (typically 20-40% extra points) to select partners. Set a saved search in AwardLocker for your target route so you're ready to book when a bonus appears.
Find Delta Air Lines availability first
Never transfer points until you've confirmed award space. AwardLocker shows live Delta Air Lines availability across every route.
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