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Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex vs Frontier Airlines World Mastercard

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex comes from American Express at $150/yr; the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard from Barclays at $99/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

These cards are close on the fundamentals (similar bonus value, similar fee). The right pick depends on which category you spend the most in and which transfer partners best fit your travel goals.

FeatureDelta SkyMiles Gold Business AmexFrontier Airlines World Mastercard
Annual fee$150$99
Sign-up bonus60,000 bonus milesNot advertised
Bonus value (est.)--
Min spend to unlock bonus--
IssuerAmerican ExpressBarclays
Card categorybusinesstravel
Best earning category (Travel)2x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
  • Free checked bag
  • $200 flight credit
  • 2x on Delta + shipping
  • First year free
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    Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex
    $150/yr · 60,000 bonus miles
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    Frontier Airlines World Mastercard
    $99/yr ·

    Editorial take: Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex

    A practical pick for small businesses that fly Delta. The free checked bag and priority boarding are the real perks; the 2x earning is merely okay.

    Editorial take: Frontier Airlines World Mastercard

    Common questions

    Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex or Frontier Airlines World Mastercard?
    Neither card has a publicly advertised sign-up bonus today. Watch for limited-time offers from each issuer.
    Is the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex's $150 annual fee worth it compared to the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard?
    At $150/yr, the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
    Can I have both the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex and Frontier Airlines World Mastercard?
    Yes, since they're from different issuers (American Express and Barclays) the application rules don't conflict. Many points enthusiasts hold both, they pair well when one earns flexible bank points and the other earns a different currency.
    Should I get the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex or the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard first?
    Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Delta SkyMiles Gold Business Amex: no published min spend. Frontier Airlines World Mastercard: no published min spend. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.

    Card details on this page reflect the most recent data we've verified against the issuer's own site. Sign-up bonuses and fees can change at any time, confirm the current offer on the issuer's page before applying.