Delta SkyMiles status match: does it match your status?
As of 16 August 2026, Delta SkyMiles runs a challenge (Open) accepting elite status from programmes including American Airlines AAdvantage, United MileagePlus, with a 90-day trial and no fee (stated complimentary). Source: Delta Air Lines.
This offer has not been re-verified in over 60 days. Verify current terms directly with Delta SkyMiles before applying.
Offer terms
Delta matches Platinum, Gold or Silver Medallion status from one of 16 partner airlines for a complimentary 90-day trial, beginning within 24 hours of enrollment confirmation. To extend, earn Medallion Qualification Dollars on Delta flights during the trial: 1,250 for Silver, 2,500 for Gold, 3,750 for Platinum. You must have been an enrolled SkyMiles member 30+ days and flown one Delta-marketed non-basic-economy flight in the last 3 years. Enrollment closes 2026-12-31; extended status runs through 2028-01-31.
To keep it: MQDs on Delta flights during the 90-day trial: Silver $1,250, Gold $2,500, Platinum $3,750.
Fee: Delta states the matched trial status is complimentary.
Last verified 16 August 2026. Source: Delta Air Lines.
Who this accepts
| Held status | Granted |
|---|---|
| American Airlines AAdvantage (Executive Platinum) | Platinum Medallion · Full pair page |
| American Airlines AAdvantage (Platinum) | Gold Medallion · Full pair page |
| United MileagePlus (Premier Gold) | Gold Medallion · Full pair page |
Reported outcomes
0 approved reports so far. We show detailed statistics once a target has at least 5.
1 data point logged directly from the programme's own published processing time, kept separate from community figures above.
Frequently asked questions
- How does the Delta SkyMiles status match work?
- Delta matches Platinum, Gold or Silver Medallion status from one of 16 partner airlines for a complimentary 90-day trial, beginning within 24 hours of enrollment confirmation. To extend, earn Medallion Qualification Dollars on Delta flights during the trial: 1,250 for Silver, 2,500 for Gold, 3,750 for Platinum. You must have been an enrolled SkyMiles member 30+ days and flown one Delta-marketed non-basic-economy flight in the last 3 years. Enrollment closes 2026-12-31; extended status runs through 2028-01-31.
- What does Delta SkyMiles require to keep the match?
- MQDs on Delta flights during the 90-day trial: Silver $1,250, Gold $2,500, Platinum $3,750.
- What should I know before applying?
- One enrollment per member every 3 years; you cannot have matched or received complimentary Medallion status in 2023 through 2026.
- Is this offer guaranteed?
- Delta SkyMiles makes the final decision on eligibility, the tier granted, and any fee, evaluated case by case. Miles Mosaic does not guarantee any outcome.