Delta Air Lines Implements Major Changes to Lounge Access and Elite Status Requirements

Delta Air Lines is implementing changes to its Sky Club access and elite status requirements. Starting February 1, 2025, American Express Platinum and Platinum Business cardholders will have six visits per year, unless they spend $75,000 on the card annually. Delta SkyMiles Reserve and Reserve Business cardholders will receive 10 visits per year, with the same spending requirement. Delta's Platinum cardholders will no longer have lounge access unless they purchase a membership or have elite status. Additionally, Delta is transitioning to a spending-based system for earning elite status, with passengers earning status based on the amount of money spent rather than miles flown.