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SkyMiles Earning Calculator

Use this calculator to estimate how many SkyMiles you'll earn on your next Delta flight. SkyMiles earning is primarily based on the base fare of your ticket and your Medallion Status.

Base Fare (excluding taxes & fees):

Your Medallion Status: None Silver Medallion Gold Medallion Platinum Medallion Diamond Medallion

Fare Class: Standard (Main Cabin, Comfort+, First Class, Delta One) Basic Economy (E)

Understanding SkyMiles Earning

Delta SkyMiles is the loyalty program of Delta Air Lines, allowing members to earn and redeem miles for flights, upgrades, and other travel-related benefits. Earning SkyMiles on flights is primarily determined by two key factors: the base fare of your ticket and your Medallion Status.

How Miles Are Calculated

For most Delta flights, SkyMiles are earned based on the dollar amount you spend on the base fare of your ticket, excluding taxes and fees. The standard earning rate for general members is 5 miles per U.S. dollar spent.

The Impact of Medallion Status

Your Medallion Status significantly boosts your earning potential. Elite members receive bonus miles on top of the base earning rate:

General Member: 5 miles per dollar
Silver Medallion: 7 miles per dollar (40% bonus)
Gold Medallion: 8 miles per dollar (60% bonus)
Platinum Medallion: 9 miles per dollar (80% bonus)
Diamond Medallion: 11 miles per dollar (120% bonus)

Fare Class Considerations

While most fare classes (Main Cabin, Comfort+, First Class, Delta One) earn miles based on the dollar spent, it's crucial to note that Basic Economy (E) tickets typically earn no SkyMiles, nor do they count towards Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs), Medallion Qualification Segments (MQSs), or Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs).

Using the Calculator

To use the SkyMiles Earning Calculator:

Enter Base Fare: Input the base fare of your ticket. This is the cost of the flight itself, before any government taxes or fees are added. You can usually find this breakdown on your e-ticket receipt.
Select Medallion Status: Choose your current Delta Medallion Status from the dropdown menu.
Select Fare Class: Indicate whether your ticket is a standard fare (Main Cabin, etc.) or a Basic Economy ticket.
Calculate: Click the "Calculate SkyMiles" button to see your estimated earnings.

Examples of SkyMiles Earning

Example 1: General Member, Standard Fare
Base Fare: $400
Status: None
Fare Class: Standard
Calculation: $400 x 5 miles/dollar = 2,000 SkyMiles
Example 2: Diamond Medallion, Standard Fare
Base Fare: $400
Status: Diamond Medallion
Fare Class: Standard
Calculation: $400 x 11 miles/dollar = 4,400 SkyMiles
Example 3: Gold Medallion, Basic Economy Fare
Base Fare: $350
Status: Gold Medallion
Fare Class: Basic Economy
Calculation: $350 x (8 miles/dollar if not Basic Economy) x 0 (for Basic Economy) = 0 SkyMiles

Remember that promotional offers, credit card bonuses, and other factors can also influence your total SkyMiles earnings, but this calculator focuses on the standard flight earning structure.

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