AMEX Delta Companion certificate Consolidated Thread
Aug 6, 2017, 1:16 am
#1801
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHX & AGP
Programs: AA Lifetime PLT, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Gold
Posts: 11,463
Definite "no" on combining Amex cert with flight credit (or really any payment method other than Amex).
However, a DL Amex is not required, despite what the T&Cs say. I have used a non-DL Amex on many companion cert redemptions in the past (and certainly will continue to do so with the 5X on the unbranded Plat card). You must use an Amex, but you can use any Amex you want.
However, a DL Amex is not required, despite what the T&Cs say. I have used a non-DL Amex on many companion cert redemptions in the past (and certainly will continue to do so with the 5X on the unbranded Plat card). You must use an Amex, but you can use any Amex you want.
Aug 13, 2017, 9:02 am
#1803
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Nashville, TN
Programs: 2018: Delta Diamond Medallion, Hilton Honors Diamond
Posts: 104
Aug 15, 2017, 2:56 pm
#1804
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: San Diego, CA
Programs: AA Plat, Hilton Diamond *Wood Gold, Hertz PC
Posts: 368
Been trying to use SM to book LAX/AMS on one of the direct KLM flights in July 2018. Delta website only showing DL fights regardless of the dates - zero partner flights for any date even with show partner flights selected.
When I search on KLM from my Flying Blue account I see lots of availability including some classic awards. From what I read DL isn't going to match the mileage requirements listed on KLM.
Setting aside the amounts, is there any way to get KLM partner flights to show up online or if I call are they going to see anything?
When I search on KLM from my Flying Blue account I see lots of availability including some classic awards. From what I read DL isn't going to match the mileage requirements listed on KLM.
Setting aside the amounts, is there any way to get KLM partner flights to show up online or if I call are they going to see anything?
Aug 15, 2017, 3:09 pm
#1805
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: HNL
Programs: DL PM/1MM, BW DE (lifetime), HH DE, Marriott PE (lifetime), National Emerald Executive
Posts: 7,205
Been trying to use SM to book LAX/AMS on one of the direct KLM flights in July 2018. Delta website only showing DL fights regardless of the dates - zero partner flights for any date even with show partner flights selected.
When I search on KLM from my Flying Blue account I see lots of availability including some classic awards. From what I read DL isn't going to match the mileage requirements listed on KLM.
Setting aside the amounts, is there any way to get KLM partner flights to show up online or if I call are they going to see anything?
When I search on KLM from my Flying Blue account I see lots of availability including some classic awards. From what I read DL isn't going to match the mileage requirements listed on KLM.
Setting aside the amounts, is there any way to get KLM partner flights to show up online or if I call are they going to see anything?
Only way to see and book those with DL is through the Dullta app...until they break it and take the online award visibility there away also. For now though, use the Fly Delta app on your phone to book awards, as online on dullta.com all non-DL flights are blocked.
I smell another massive SlyMiles devaluation coming, such as blocking of SkyTeam airline awards or even higher pricing for those that DL is affraid to show online. I hope that I'm wrong, but if past is any guide, I'm afraid that I may be right.
Aug 15, 2017, 4:12 pm
#1806
Join Date: Feb 2013
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, MLife Gold, Marriott Gold, HHonors Gold, Caesars Diamond, Amex Plat
Posts: 5,952
Can anyone tell me about a class change for an award ticket on partner? I'm about to book 5 economy tix on GA using Skymiles (they only ever seem to have 1 J on this flight). If some J open up, is it possible to pay the point difference and not have to pay a change fee? Or is this a full on rebooking situation? In which case would not be worth the $150.
Aug 15, 2017, 4:59 pm
#1807
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: HNL
Programs: DL PM/1MM, BW DE (lifetime), HH DE, Marriott PE (lifetime), National Emerald Executive
Posts: 7,205
Can anyone tell me about a class change for an award ticket on partner? I'm about to book 5 economy tix on GA using Skymiles (they only ever seem to have 1 J on this flight). If some J open up, is it possible to pay the point difference and not have to pay a change fee? Or is this a full on rebooking situation? In which case would not be worth the $150.
Many DL agents will insist on there being current availability for all flights, i.e. to completely cancel and refund your original ticket and book a new one from the ground up. Don't let them do that (if needed, HUACA). Insist that they keep the existing PNR and just change the flight(s) being changed, but let others remain as they are. Still will be $150 fee, but your PNR will stay the same and the other flights seat assignments will remain valid.
Aug 15, 2017, 5:58 pm
#1808
Join Date: Feb 2013
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, MLife Gold, Marriott Gold, HHonors Gold, Caesars Diamond, Amex Plat
Posts: 5,952
Redeposit and rebook, so the $150 redeposit fee will apply. No way around it, other than being DM or PM.
Many DL agents will insist on there being current availability for all flights, i.e. to completely cancel and refund your original ticket and book a new one from the ground up. Don't let them do that (if needed, HUACA). Insist that they keep the existing PNR and just change the flight(s) being changed, but let others remain as they are. Still will be $150 fee, but your PNR will stay the same and the other flights seat assignments will remain valid.
Many DL agents will insist on there being current availability for all flights, i.e. to completely cancel and refund your original ticket and book a new one from the ground up. Don't let them do that (if needed, HUACA). Insist that they keep the existing PNR and just change the flight(s) being changed, but let others remain as they are. Still will be $150 fee, but your PNR will stay the same and the other flights seat assignments will remain valid.
Aug 15, 2017, 6:47 pm
#1809
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: HNL
Programs: DL PM/1MM, BW DE (lifetime), HH DE, Marriott PE (lifetime), National Emerald Executive
Posts: 7,205
It is still redeposit and rebook when changing, but it is keeping the same record (confirmation #) and the unchanged flights intact, vs. cancel all and then try to book it anew, as too many new Delta res agents will want to do, that usually makes it not available or much higher cost. Your best bet is to get through to an older and more experienced agent, who can do this day-to-day frequent task normally and competently.
Aug 16, 2017, 7:20 pm
#1810
Join Date: Feb 2013
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, MLife Gold, Marriott Gold, HHonors Gold, Caesars Diamond, Amex Plat
Posts: 5,952
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Got it. Thanks for the tip re agent. Spouse is fine with Y; he is not the points and miles and trip hoarder that I am. Besides, he doesn't appreciate Y as much as I do. Sticks his nose in a book and puts his headphones on. 
Good luck. Hope it works out for you, esp. if you are in J and the spouse is in Y.
It is still redeposit and rebook when changing, but it is keeping the same record (confirmation #) and the unchanged flights intact, vs. cancel all and then try to book it anew, as too many new Delta res agents will want to do, that usually makes it not available or much higher cost. Your best bet is to get through to an older and more experienced agent, who can do this day-to-day frequent task normally and competently.
It is still redeposit and rebook when changing, but it is keeping the same record (confirmation #) and the unchanged flights intact, vs. cancel all and then try to book it anew, as too many new Delta res agents will want to do, that usually makes it not available or much higher cost. Your best bet is to get through to an older and more experienced agent, who can do this day-to-day frequent task normally and competently.
Aug 18, 2017, 5:53 pm
#1811
Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 306
Westjet Awards Not Bookable Online?
Has anyone had any luck using Skymiles for Westjet flights in recent weeks? I was able to see plenty of availability back in July and easily made a booking, but since then something has changed. I tried a couple dozen test searches on different routes and dates but couldn't find anything at all.
Aug 19, 2017, 9:14 am
#1812
Join Date: May 2013
Location: RMS
Programs: DL Plat, UA Gold, Bonvoy Titanium, Hilton Credit Card Diamond
Posts: 8,789
Has anyone had any luck using Skymiles for Westjet flights in recent weeks? I was able to see plenty of availability back in July and easily made a booking, but since then something has changed. I tried a couple dozen test searches on different routes and dates but couldn't find anything at all.
Aug 20, 2017, 1:37 am
#1813
Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 306
This was discussed upthread earlier this week. It appears little to no partner inventory is currently displaying. See posts #797 and 798. I hope this is an IT glitch and not foreshadowing of another "enhancement."
In case it helps anyone, I eventually found a way to view Westjet flights. They won't show if the search originates on the main search page, but they will show if the search is made through the "Modify Search" side menu (pictured below). So you have to do some other random search first to get to a page with the side menu and then do your actual search.
Aug 22, 2017, 9:20 am
#1814
Join Date: Mar 2017
Programs: Delta, IHG
Posts: 69
I currently have the Delta Platinum and am eyeing to get the Delta Reserve and keep both. I have a family of four, and eventually I would have 2 companion certs. Does anyone know if I can stack these certs on the same reservation (assuming I book main cabin for all) and also get the benefits of the Reserve card, such as Sky Priority for security, on each ticket?
Aug 22, 2017, 9:23 am
#1815
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Minneapolis
Programs: DL DM
Posts: 2,236
I currently have the Delta Platinum and am eyeing to get the Delta Reserve and keep both. I have a family of four, and eventually I would have 2 companion certs. Does anyone know if I can stack these certs on the same reservation (assuming I book main cabin for all) and also get the benefits of the Reserve card, such as Sky Priority for security, on each ticket?