Delta confirmed to The Points Guy that Medallion qualification requirements will not change for 2026. The MQD thresholds remain 5,000 for Silver, 10,000 for Gold, 15,000 for Platinum, and 28,000 for Diamond for those seeking 2027 status. SkyMiles members earn 1 MQD per $1 spent on the ticket price for Delta‑marketed flights, including eligible partner-operated flights. Select Delta American Express cards provide a 2,500 MQD annual head start, with Platinum cards earning 1 MQD per $20 in purchases and Reserve cards earning 1 MQD per $10. Delta’s Sky Club access limits introduced this year remain in effect, and competitors such as United and Alaska have recently tightened their own status requirements.
