Originally Posted by
metalblaze
I am looking at a ticket priced at approx. $700. I have about $185 airline credit left to avail. So, should I buy a DL GC for $515, and put the remainder ($185) in the Amex Plat?
Yes. Or buy a changeable ticket in the ~$450-$515 range and then change it to the actual ticket you want. Just make sure the amount charged to the Plat in the 2nd step is under $250.