It is great to see airline loyalty programs team up with other companies to offer perks and points. We learned last week that Delta SkyMiles is partnering with a delivery service. SkyMiles members can earn miles for grocery deliveries, while SkyMiles elite members can receive a complimentary premium membership.

SkyMiles members can link their accounts to start taking advantage of benefits now that the partnership is live.

Earn Delta SkyMiles for Instacart purchases

SkyMiles can now be earned for purchases with Instacart thanks to a new partnership. Delta SkyMiles members who link their account can make money.

  • 1x miles per dollar spent with Instacart in the United States, excluding taxes, fees, and tips
  • 1.5x miles per dollar spent with Instacart Express, which is Instacart’s subscription service

I value Delta SkyMiles at 1.1 cents each, so to me that's like anIncremental 1.1-1.65% return on spending. It's not a game-changer, but it's better than nothing, and something that Instacart users might as well take advantage of.

Instacart Express for Delta SkyMiles Medallion members

Delta SkyMiles Medallion elite members can also receive a free trial to Instacart Express, which allows them to earn miles for purchases.

  • SkyMiles Silver and Gold Medallion elite members can receive a free three month Instacart Express trial
  • SkyMiles Platinum and Diamond Medallion members can receive a free 12 month Instacart Express trial

For those who don't know, Instacart Express is the premium membership that provides free delivery on orders over $35, plus other savings benefits. If you don't want to keep your membership, you'll want to cancel before it's auto renewed.

Bottom line

A new partnership has been launched by Delta SkyMiles. SkyMiles members can earn 1.5x miles per dollar spent with Instacart, and Medallion elite members can take advantage of a free trial.

This partnership is different because it is outside of the travel space. I guess the logic is that road warriors are away from home a lot and might have a greater appreciation for having their groceries delivered due to lack of time at home.

Will you take advantage of this partnership?

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