Challenge: I am traveling to London with my spouse and 3-year-old. I have a combo of Delta SkyMiles and E-Credits (both transferable & nontransferable). I am trying to figure out the most efficient way to purchase and cover the most cost.

Flight Information:

• · Flight: TPA to LHR
• · Airline: Delta Airlines/Virgin Atlantic (A330-300)
• · Ticket Cost: $2,018/ticket or 140,000 SkyMiles + $313
• · Total $ Cost: $6,054
• · Class: Premium
• · Tickets Needed: 3

Delta SkyMiles/E-Credits:

• · SkyMiles: 140,048
• · E-Credits ($4,016.40): $666.40 (Non-transferable) / $3,350 (Transferable)

Questions:

1. I would like to have the family’s boarding passes all on my delta app; or worse case use my wife’s SkyMiles account for hers and the 3-year-old on mine.
   1. Can I add my spouses and 3 year-olds boarding pass to my delta app?
   2. If not, is it worth creating a Delta SkyMiles account for the 3-year-old?
2. How do I cover the most $ expense (out of pocket) by using my Delta SkyMiles and E-Credits?
3. I also have Capital One points that I can purchase one ticket through not sure how quick that gets over to my Delta App. MY Capital One points would cover 50% of a ticket.
4. If I buy the tickets all on my account at the same time I know everyone gets my status perks. If my spouse is on as a "My travel companion" with her skymiles # does she get SkyMiles?
5. Any additional advice or help is greatly appreciated.