Delta Air Lines Offers Rare SkyMiles Deal to Riyadh

A remarkable opportunity for SkyMiles holders has emerged as Delta Air Lines offers a chance to redeem 25,400 miles round trip to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. To take advantage of this deal, one must be a holder of a Delta SkyMiles American Express Card, which grants a discount of 15 percent off redeeming SkyMiles for award tickets. Without the card, the redemption would cost 30,000 miles.

The author recently booked a Basic Economy award ticket from Atlanta to Riyadh in March 2027 for 25,400 miles, with availability open on multiple dates and taxes totaling $76.89. The flight operates three times per week during most months.

It's essential to note that deals like this tend to be short-lived, so it's crucial to act quickly before they disappear. Moreover, the US State Department has listed Saudi Arabia as Level 3, Reconsider travel, with Riyadh situated near Iran, which is currently at war with the US and has attacked Saudi Arabia.