Delta Air Lines award cancellation fees.
Verified July 2026 · Currency: SkyMiles
TL;DR
Delta charges a $150 SkyMiles redeposit fee for award ticket cancellations. Only Diamond and Platinum Medallion members receive a fee waiver, provided they cancel at least 72 hours before departure. Silver and Gold Medallion members pay $150. Basic Economy awards cannot be cancelled.
Fee structure
| Cabin | Timing | Fee | Elite benefit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any award ticket (72+ hours before departure) | Any award ticket (72+ hours before departure) | $150 | Diamond/Platinum: Free, Gold/Silver/non-elite: $150 | Redeposit fee applies; must cancel 72h+ before departure |
| Basic Economy tickets | Basic Economy tickets | No cancellation allowed | All members: No cancellation | Non-refundable |
| Within 72 hours of departure | Within 72 hours of departure | No refund | All members: Non-refundable within 72h | Miles and taxes forfeited |
Partner Award Cancellations
Delta's policy extends to many partners:
Important notes
- $150 redeposit fee applies to all members except Diamond and Platinum Medallion
- Diamond and Platinum Medallion fee waiver requires cancellation at least 72 hours before departure
- Silver and Gold Medallion members pay the full $150 redeposit fee
- Basic Economy awards cannot be changed or cancelled
- Miles never expire, even after cancellation
- 24-hour risk-free cancellation on all bookings
Frequently asked questions
Which Medallion tiers get free cancellations?
Only Diamond and Platinum Medallion members get the $150 redeposit fee waived, provided they cancel at least 72 hours before departure. Silver and Gold Medallion members pay the full $150.
What about Delta's lack of award charts?
While Delta uses dynamic pricing, the $150 cancellation fee means you should be confident in your booking before purchasing, unlike airlines with free cancellations.
Are taxes refunded automatically?
Taxes are refunded to your original payment method, which can take 7-10 business days to process.
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