Allie Hubers Many Delta flyers are confused about how to track their Sky Club visits and which card to use for access.
With new limits on lounge entries tied to certain American Express cards, travelers are often unsure how many visits they have left and which card is best to use at check-in. This has led to frustration at lounge entrances, especially when unexpected charges occur or access is denied.
As of February 1, 2025, Delta, in partnership with American Express, has implemented specific access guidelines for Sky Club visits. The new change was upsetting, frustrating, and disappointing for many, although the limitation is meant to address overcrowding in the lounges.
I just visited the Delta Sky Club in Atlanta for the first time since the new check-in process has been implemented. I have multiple credit cards that are eligible for lounge access. As a frequent traveler, I was also confused about how the airline knew the amount of visits I was eligible for across multiple cards.
To address this, Delta has updated its Sky Club check-in process. Now, when scanning in, the system displays which card is being used and how many visits that card has remaining.
This visibility aims to reduce confusion, but many travelers still struggle to manage their visits effectively. If you have multiple eligible cards, knowing how they interact can help you maximize your lounge access and avoid unnecessary fees.
How does Delta track Sky Club visits?
At Sky Club entrances, the check-in screen now shows the specific card used for entry and the number of visits remaining. This is crucial for travelers with multiple eligible cards, as you might accidentally use a card with fewer visits left when another still has free entries available.
When I checked in for the lounge, I was prompted with the following question: “Based on your Delta Wallet, you have the following American Express Cards that grant Sky Club access. Please select which Card you would like to use for your visit today.”
I was able to see my two main cards that I use for Delta flights, including the Reserve card tied to my account.
Most importantly, there was an option for “Other” that included the option to swipe an eligible card. Presumably, this is where you can swipe other cards that you have in possession that qualify for Sky Club access.
Based on reports online, if you check in with the agent, they will ask you which card specifically you want to use and they can also see how many visits you have left.
New Delta Sky Club visit limits
Delta has placed strict limits on Sky Club visits for premium cardholders. Before, you had unlimited access to Delta’s lounges. Now, each cardholder receives a limited number of visits per year within the 24-hour travel period:
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card – 15 visits per Medallion Year (Feb. 1 – Jan. 31). After exceeding this limit, visits cost $50 each.
- The Platinum Card® from American Express – 10 visits per Medallion Year, with extra visits also priced at $50 each.
If you hold both cards, or you hold authorized user cards on eligible accounts, you can stack your visits. For example, if you hold both cards, you are eligible for 25 visits per year.
A “visit” includes entry to one or more Sky Clubs within a 24-hour period or using the “Grab and Go” feature.
How to track your Sky Club visits
To help manage these limits, Delta and American Express have introduced tracking tools:
- Fly Delta app – If you have a Delta SkyMiles® Reserve card, the app now displays your remaining visits in the “SkyMiles” section under “Delta Sky Club® Tracker.”
- American Express account – Platinum Card holders can log into their Amex account and find the “Delta Sky Club® Access” section on the app under Membership. Select “View all” and scroll to the bottom. This is where you can track used and remaining visits.
If you carry both the Delta Reserve and Amex Platinum, you can combine visits, giving you up to 25 visits per Medallion Year.
Additionally, if you spend $75,000 on an eligible card within a calendar year, you qualify for unlimited Sky Club access.
