Head to head

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card vs. World of Hyatt Credit Card

On the criteria below, World of Hyatt Credit Card wins 3 of 3. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Amex

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Chase

At a glance

World of Hyatt Credit Card wins 3 of 3 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

World of Hyatt Credit Card leads on first-year math, annual fee, and earning ceiling, while Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card only ties the rest.

Pick the World of Hyatt Credit Card if year-one math is your priority; take the World of Hyatt Credit Card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

0 vs 3
  • First-year math World of Hyatt Credit Card

    World of Hyatt Credit Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee World of Hyatt Credit Card

    World of Hyatt Credit Card is $255 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling World of Hyatt Credit Card

    World of Hyatt Credit Card earns more on its best category (4× vs 3×).

By the numbers

Annual fee
$350
$95
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,080
$1,080
First-year net
+$730
+$985
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Airfare, Hotels Resorts, Dining
Hotels Resorts, Dining, Transit
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
Yes
Yes
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Delta SkyMiles
World of Hyatt

Welcome-offer dollar values use each program's typical-tier valuation from our signup bonus calculator. See the methodology page for sourcing details.