Delta is the latest airline to devalue partner awards (United recently devalued partner awards again). As first noticed by Thrifty Traveler partner awards have increased by as much as 40%. Some sample increases:
- Economy awards from the U.S. to Europe on Air France, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic. Previously 25,000 miles each way, now 35,000 miles.
- Business awards from the U.S. to Europe on Air France, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic. Previously 75,000 miles, now 90,000 miles each way.
