Earn Delta Miles for Uber Rides: New Partnership Replaces Lyft

Delta Air Lines’ loyalty program has hitched a new ride — literally. As of July 2025, travelers can earn Delta SkyMiles through Uber rides and Uber Eats orders, thanks to a partnership that officially launched on April 24, 2025. This collaboration replaces Delta’s former tie-up with Lyft and introduces a new way for frequent flyers to rack up points on everyday purchases.

Unlike the old Lyft partnership, which allowed members to earn miles on nearly every U.S. ride, the Uber-Delta alliance rewards only select ride types and food orders. Still, it can be a valuable way to grow your SkyMiles balance — especially if you regularly use Uber for airport transportation or order meals through Uber Eats.

How to earn Delta SkyMiles with Uber

To get started, you must link your Uber and Delta SkyMiles accounts in the Uber app. Once linked, you’ll automatically earn miles on eligible transactions — but only if Delta is set as your selected Earning Partner within the app.

Here’s a breakdown of how much members earn:

• Airport rides: Earn 1 mile per dollar spent on UberX rides to and from airports.

• Premium rides: Earn 2 miles per dollar spent on premium rides, such as Uber Comfort or Uber Black.

• Uber Reserve: Earn 3 miles per dollar spent via Uber Reserve, which is a scheduled ride service that allows you to request trips in advance.

• Uber Eats orders: Earn 1 mile per dollar spent on restaurant and grocery orders of $40 or more via Uber Eats (the company’s delivery arm).

Not all rides or orders qualify

If you fly Delta and use Uber or Uber Eats, this partnership is a quick way to earn some extra miles, but there are some limitations.

Regular UberX rides that don’t begin or end at an airport won’t earn you any miles. Similarly, only Uber Eats restaurant and grocery orders totaling at least $40 (before taxes, tips, and fees) qualify for mileage accrual. Alcohol, cannabis, and non-grocery retail orders are excluded.

If you split the fare with another person, you’ll only earn miles on the portion you personally paid.

How to link your Delta and Uber accounts

1. Be a Delta SkyMiles Member: If you're not already, you can join for free on Delta’s website.

2. Open the Uber app: Navigate to your Account Settings, scroll to the Rewards section, and select Delta SkyMiles. Tap Next to link your accounts.

3. Set Delta as your Earning Partner: Uber also partners with Marriott Bonvoy, Air Canada Aeroplan, Qantas Frequent Flyer and Flying Blue (the loyalty program of Air France and KLM). You can only earn points with one loyalty partner, so if you want to earn Delta SkyMiles, make sure you set your preferences in the Uber app.

4. Scan a QR Code (optional): Uber and Delta have distributed QR codes online and at airports that directly open the linking screen in the Uber app.

After linking your Delta and Uber accounts, you’ll be able to earn miles on eligible purchases.

NerdWallet values one Delta mile at 1.2 cents each, so don’t count on your Uber usage to net you a free Delta One flight anytime soon. Still, it’s a simple way to add more miles to your stash.

If you use Uber for business travel, you can link your Uber for Business profile and your Delta SkyMiles account to continue earning miles on eligible rides and meals — even when someone else is footing the bill.

Maximize Delta miles with American Express

The miles you earn through Uber and Delta are stackable. That means that you can also earn Delta miles on those same purchases when you use Delta-branded credit cards, which earn Delta miles for everyday spending.

You can also use other credit card benefits with this partnership. One card that offers an Uber benefit is The Platinum Card® from American Express. Cardholders receive up to $15 monthly in Uber Cash, plus a bonus of up to $35 in December to use on U.S. rides and Uber Eats orders. Terms apply.

Similarly, the American Express® Gold Card offers a monthly $10 in Uber Cash for U.S. rides and Uber Eats orders. With either card, enrollment is required and you must add your card as a payment method in the Uber app and use it on Uber purchases to get the credit. Terms apply.

Is this better than the old Lyft partnership?

Not necessarily. Delta's previous arrangement with Lyft allowed SkyMiles members to earn 1 mile per dollar spent on every U.S. ride — not just airport rides. That means if you're a price-sensitive Uber user, you probably won't get as much value out of this new partnership.

However, there are still other ways to earn travel rewards with Lyft that can be just as rewarding, if not more. Depending on your travel habits and preferences, it may make more sense to earn points and miles with a Lyft rewards partner than an Uber one, such as Delta.

What else to expect from Delta in 2025 and 2026

Delta unveiled the Uber partnership during its keynote at CES 2025, alongside several other news drops, including:

• Delta Concierge: Later this year, Delta will launch an AI-powered digital assistant in the Fly Delta app called Delta Concierge. It’s set to offer personalized travel assistance, such as alerts regarding upcoming passport expiration or visa requirements.

• YouTube partnership: Starting this summer, SkyMiles members will be able to access YouTube Premium (ad-free) during their flights.

• Improved in-flight entertainment: Beginning in 2026, Delta will roll out a cloud-based in-flight entertainment system featuring 4K HDR QLED screens, which basically just means a better, brighter picture on your seat back screen. The airline will also introduce Bluetooth connectivity and enhanced features like a “Do Not Disturb” mode and announcement translations.