Originally Posted by
DeltaNYC
This is the biggest plus for me. Makes hitting status easier. Lounge access is also nice (esp. at LHR T5).
Yes, I'd agree that extra Tier Points would be the main reason for doing this.
Otherwise, £69 on such a short flight - I guess it's just about marginal. If there are 2 of you that's £138.....
PS you are not restricted to one glass of Champagne. With a cooperative crew, you can have as many drinks as you like within the ~50 minutes in flight