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Saving 20% on Delta Purchases Made Onboard During Flights with Delta American Express Cards

Chris Carley by Chris Carley
October 27, 2019
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Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, Finlandia vodka, Coca-Cola, fruit and cheese platters, and assorted other snacks are seen onboard a Delta flight from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). ©RenesPoints.com

That day we earned a lot of 20% rebates using our Delta Amex for onboard snack and beverage purchases...

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A nice perk of Delta American Express cards  (even the Blue one)– is a 20% savings on in-flight purchases made during Delta flights.

But does everything you buy during a Delta flight qualify as an “in-flight purchase”? (Hint: no.)

So let’s learn a little more about this perk — and if there are any better options to consider.

How Does the 20% Statement Credit for Delta In-Flight Purchases Work?

Use any Delta American Express card to pay for an eligible purchase onboard a Delta Air Lines or Delta Connection operated flight.

Your statement will soon reflect a 20% credit for that purchase. Delta says to allow 8-12 weeks for the credit to post. In my experience, it’s usually a few days.

Delta Amex Card statement credit for a purchase made during a Delta Air Lines flight.

So I Don’t Get a 20% Discount at the Time of Purchase?

No.

You pay full price at the time of purchase. The 20% is taken off your Delta Amex card’s statement.

What Purchases Are Eligible for the 20% Statement Credit?

  • Food (Premium snacks like Flight Fuel, the sandwich wraps, etc.)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Audio headsets
  • Pre-purchased meals (Anyone know about this? Please share in the Comments section.)

Delta Air Lines onboard Crave Flight Fuel Box.

What Isn’t Eligible for Statement Credit?

  • In-flight wireless internet access (i.e. Gogo WiFi)
  • Charitable contributions
  • Pretty much anything other than food, beverage, or headsets

Do I Receive Statement Credit for In-Flight Purchases Made During on Partner Airlines if I Bought My Ticket Through Delta?

Sorry, no.

What If I’m Flying Delta — But Purchased My Ticket Through a Partner Airline?

Yes! That’ll work fine. Cheers!

What If I Purchase Something — Such as a Future Flight — with the Fly Delta App or Delta.com During a Flight? Shouldn’t That Count as an In-Flight Purchase?!

If only. I appreciate that line of thinking, though. 🙂

Do I Receive SkyMiles for In-Flight Delta Purchases?

Sure do!

Billboard-branded headphones distributed during Delta Air Lines flights. They are complimentary for first class and Comfort+ passengers. Main cabin / coach passengers may buy them for $2.

Are There Better Credit Cards to Use for Delta In-Flight Purchases?

Now that Delta gift cards are absolutely truly officially not eligible for the American Express Platinum and Gold cards’ annual airline incidental credits, I’ll probably opt for those instead — simply because I already hold one of each and want to get some value for my buck. (We’re testing some other purchases right now and will soon have a post detailing our findings.)

Call me crazy, but I think free is better than 20% off.

Keep in mind, too, that the personal American Express Platinum card earns 5X on purchases made directly with any airline.

Questions? Comments?

Ask or sound off in the Comments section!

–Chris

Other Delta Amex Topics We’ve Covered This Month

Now is a fantastic opportunity to apply for Delta Amexes because many have great welcome bonuses — and you can lock in a year at their current annual fees.

We’ve covered several related topics during the past several weeks including:

  • My Thoughts on the New Delta American Express Benefits, Fees, and More!
  • 10 Things to Know About Bonus MQM on the Updated Delta Amex Cards
  • What You Need to Know About the Delta Amex MQD Waiver
  • Delta Main Cabin 1 Boarding: How Valuable is This Delta Amex Perk?
  • Sky Club Access for Delta American Express Cards: Which Cards are Now Eligible?
  • Saving Money with the Delta Amex Free First Checked Bag Benefit
  • “No Status” Upgrades for Delta Reserve Cardholders?
  • Is Centurion Lounge Access with a Delta Reserve Card Really That Great?
  • Saving 20% on Delta Purchases Made Onboard During Flights with Delta American Express Cards
  • A Mileage Run Without Getting On a Plane? Yes!
  • Scoring More First Class Upgrades: How Delta American Express Cards Can Help
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Los Angeles, California - April 18, 2014: A Delta Air Lines Boeing 757-200 with the registration N655DL takes off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in California. Delta Air Lines is the world's largest airline with 733 planes and some 160 million passengers in 2012. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

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  1. Bill G. says:
    4 years ago

    Remember if you’re flying a small regional jet, CRJ-200s, purchases on those are cash-only so no 20% credit for you.

    Reply
  2. Barry Graham says:
    1 year ago

    I recently received 20% off Wi-Fi for the first time ever.

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