Delta Air Lines, like many other carriers, has extended the expiration date for credits from canceled flights multiple times over the past few years. However, this leniency is coming to an end. If you are a Delta customer, it is important to check if you have any unused credits and learn how to use them before it’s too late.
To check if you have any unused Delta eCredits, the first step is to log in to your Delta SkyMiles account. If you are using a desktop computer, click on your name in the top right-hand corner and select “Profile” at the bottom of the pop-up. Under “My Profile” on the left-hand side, click on “Certificates, eCredits & Vouchers.” On the mobile app, tap on “Account,” then “My Wallet,” and finally “Certificates & eCredits.” Alternatively, if you are unsure if you have eCredits attached to your SkyMiles account, you can enter your contact information (phone number and last name) at this link (https://www.delta.com/redeem-ecredit/) to see if you have any available eCredits.
Once you have checked if you have any unused eCredits, it is crucial to understand how to use them before they expire. Unfortunately, it seems unlikely that these credits will be extended again. While you could always contact Delta and request an extension, the chances of that being granted are small. Instead, you should look ahead into 2024 and book a flight that you may want to take. Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway to New York City or a trip to see fall foliage next fall, choose a flight that aligns with your travel plans. As the date approaches and your plans firm up, you should be able to contact Delta and request a change to the ticket if you no longer want the flight you originally booked.
Another strategy is to look at trips you’ve already confirmed for 2024 and see if it makes sense to cancel and rebook using the expiring eCredit. For example, if you booked a $400 flight for April 2024 back on September 14, 2023, and used your favorite travel credit card (since you forgot about your expiring eCredit), you could cancel the original reservation for a new eCredit and then rebook the flight using the expiring one. The new eCredit will then expire on September 14, 2024, essentially swapping the expiring eCredit for a new one that’s valid for several more months.
To book a flight using your eCredit, follow the steps above to access your account and select the expiring eCredit. Then, click “Continue,” which will take you to the normal search page for flights. You’ll see a banner at the top detailing the credit you’re using. Alternatively, you can simply search for a flight and apply your eCredits at checkout. In the payment section, you’ll find the “Use eCredits” link.
In conclusion, many Delta eCredits that were previously extended are expiring at the end of this year. To avoid losing any funds, be sure to log in to your account and check if you have any credits expiring on December 31, 2023. If you do, book a trip for 2024 that you think you’ll take, and if your plans change, you can call Delta to try and modify your reservation for an alternate date. Remember that eCredits are nontransferable and must be used by the traveler for whom the ticket was originally booked. Additionally, they can only be used for revenue fares, and award tickets and upgrades are not eligible.
So, take the time to review your Delta eCredits and make the most of them before they expire. Plan your future travel wisely and enjoy the flexibility that these credits provide.