AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite vs Delta SkyMiles Blue
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
$99/yr
6.0/10
VS
Delta SkyMiles Blue
$0/yr
7.0/10
Quick Answer
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite charges $99/yr with 1X base rewards. Delta SkyMiles Blue charges no annual fee with 1X base rewards. Delta SkyMiles Blue offers better overall value for most spenders when comparing fees, rewards, and benefits side by side.
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Winner by Category
Annual Fees
Delta SkyMiles Blue
Lower annual fee ($99 vs $0)
Rewards Earning
Delta SkyMiles Blue
3 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
0 benefits vs 0
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
Delta SkyMiles Blue wins for most people
The $99 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
Apply for AAdvantage Aviator Red World EliteRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
| American Airlines purchases | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
Delta SkyMiles Blue
| Delta purchases | 2.0X |
| Dining (including takeout & delivery) | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
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