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Delta Airlines is known for its exceptional customer service and seamless travel experience. As part of their commitment to customer satisfaction, Delta Airlines has established a comprehensive baggage policy that ensures the safe and efficient handling of passengers’ belongings. We will delve into the details of Delta Airlines’ baggage policy, including information on carry-on baggage, checked baggage, fees for excess baggage, overweight baggage, oversize baggage, and sports equipment.
Carry-On Baggage Policy
When traveling with Delta Airlines, passengers are allowed to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item, such as a purse, briefcase, or laptop bag, free of charge. The carry-on bag should not exceed the maximum size limit of 45 linear inches (22 x 14 x 9 in) or 115 centimeters (56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. It should fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
It’s important to note that certain items, such as jackets, umbrellas, diaper bags, duty-free items, and assistive devices like wheelchairs and strollers, do not count towards your carry-on allowance. However, if you are seated in a bulkhead seat without under-seat storage, all carry-on baggage must be stowed in the overhead bin during take-off and landing.
Checked Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines allows passengers to check up to 10 bags, with a maximum weight of 50 pounds or 23 kilograms per bag. The maximum dimensions for checked bags are 62 inches or 157 centimeters (length + width + height). However, it’s important to note that fees for checked baggage may apply, depending on various factors such as the type of fare purchased, the destination, and the passenger’s status with Delta Airlines’ frequent flyer program.
For flights within the United States, the standard checked baggage fees are as follows:
- First checked bag: $30.00 USD
- Second checked bag: $40.00 USD
Please note that passengers traveling to or from Key West, Florida are limited to one checked bag.
For international flights, the checked baggage fees vary depending on the destination. Here are some examples:
- Travel between the U.S. or Canada and Bermuda, Caribbean, Central America, Guyana, and the U.S. Virgin Islands:
1.First checked bag: $30.00 USD
2.Second checked bag: $40.00 USD
- United States or Canada to/from Mexico:
1.First checked bag: $30.00 USD
2.Second checked bag: $55.00 USD
- United States or Canada to/from Europe and North Africa:
1.First checked bag: Free
2.bag Second checked: $100.00 USD
It’s important to check Delta’s website for specific baggage fees, as they may vary depending on the route and the passenger’s itinerary.
Excess Baggage Fees
If you exceed the allowed number of checked bags, Delta Airlines charges excess baggage fees. The fees for the third to tenth bags are as follows:
- United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, and Puerto Rico:
1.Third checked bag: $150.00 USD
2.Fourth to tenth checked bag: $200.00 USD per bag
- Explore Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean:
1.Third checked bag: $150.00 USD
2.Fourth to tenth checked bag: $200.00 USD per bag
- North/South/Central America and Europe or North Africa:
1.Third to tenth checked bag: $285.00 USD per bag
These fees are subject to change, so it’s essential to check Delta’s website for the most up-to-date information.
Overweight Baggage Fees
If your checked bag exceeds the standard weight limit of 50 pounds or 23 kilograms, Delta Airlines charges overweight baggage fees. The fees for overweight bags are as follows:
- 51 to 70 pounds or 24 to 32 kilograms: $100.00 USD extra per bag
- 71 to 100 pounds or 33 to 46 kilograms: $200.00 USD extra per bag
Please note that bags exceeding 100 pounds or 46 kilograms will not be accepted as checked baggage.
Oversize Baggage Fees
For bags that exceed the standard size limits, Delta Airlines charges oversize baggage fees. The fees for oversize bags are as follows:
- 63 to 115 linear inches or 160 to 292 centimeters: $200.00 USD extra per bag
Bags larger than 115 linear inches or 292 centimeters will not be accepted as checked baggage.
Sports Equipment
Delta Airlines allows passengers to bring sports equipment, such as skis, golf bags, fishing equipment, and hockey or lacrosse equipment, within their size and weight limits. However, associated fees may apply. It’s essential to check Delta’s website for specific information on sports equipment fees.
Additional Information: CPAP Devices
Passengers traveling with approved assistive devices, such as CPAP machines, must ensure that they have 150% of their actual flight time in battery life, regardless of how long the device will be used as a carry-on item. This ensures that the device can function throughout the entire duration of the flight.
