How to Maintain Your Delta Gold Status: A Complete Guide

Learn how to keep your Delta Gold status by accruing Medallion Qualification Miles, Segments, and Dollars effectively.

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To keep your Delta Gold status, you need to accrue enough Medallion Qualification Miles (MQM) or Medallion Qualification Segments (MQS) and meet the Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQD) requirement within the calendar year. Fly frequently with Delta and its partner airlines, or consider opening a Delta SkyMiles credit card for extra MQMs. Be strategic about your travel planning to maximize qualifying miles and segments.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are Medallion Qualification Miles? Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs) are the miles you need to earn to achieve and maintain your Delta Medallion status.
  2. Can I earn MQMs with a Delta credit card? Yes, opening a Delta SkyMiles credit card can help you earn additional MQMs towards your Medallion status.
  3. What is the Medallion Qualification Dollars requirement? The Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQD) requirement is the amount you must spend on Delta flights to maintain your status.
  4. What strategies can I use to keep my Delta Gold status? Fly frequently with Delta and its partners, take advantage of credit card benefits, and plan trips to maximize your MQMs and MQS.

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