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    Delta Air Lines Baggage Allowance

    Personal item, carry-on & checked bag rules

    Official WebsiteBaggage Policy
    Last checked: April 19, 2026Primary source: Delta Air Lines baggage policyRules vary by fare/route/traveler type—always confirm for your booking.

    Baggage Allowances

    Baggage Allowances

    Adult traveler
    Domestic USA

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    —
    Delta Premium Select
    —
    First Class
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    —
    USA-Africa (Senegal/Ghana/Nigeria/South Africa)

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    USA-Africa (other)

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    USA-Asia (other)

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    1×Free23 kg
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    USA-Canada

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    —
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    —
    USA-Caribbean

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    —
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    —
    USA-Central America

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    —
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    —
    USA-Europe

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    USA-French Polynesia

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    USA-Japan

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    USA-Mexico

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    —
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    —
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    —
    USA-Middle East/India

    Personal

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Carry-on

    Basic Economy
    1×Free
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free
    Delta Premium Select
    1×Free
    First Class
    1×Free
    Delta One
    1×Free
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free

    Checked

    Basic Economy
    1×Free23 kg
    Main Cabin (Economy)
    1×Free23 kg
    Delta Premium Select
    2×Free23 kg
    First Class
    —
    Delta One
    2×Free32 kg
    Delta Comfort+
    1×Free23 kg
    Domestic USA
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for Domestic USA routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    —
    —
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for Domestic USA routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    —
    USA-Africa (Senegal/Ghana/Nigeria/South Africa)
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Africa (Senegal/Ghana/Nigeria/South Africa) routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Africa (Senegal/Ghana/Nigeria/South Africa) routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    USA-Africa (other)
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Africa (other) routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Africa (other) routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    USA-Asia (other)
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Asia (other) routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Asia (other) routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    USA-Canada
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Canada routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    —
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Canada routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    —
    USA-Caribbean
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Caribbean routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    —
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Caribbean routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    —
    USA-Central America
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Central America routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    —
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Central America routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    —
    USA-Europe
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Europe routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Europe routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    USA-French Polynesia
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-French Polynesia routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-French Polynesia routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    USA-Japan
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Japan routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Japan routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    USA-Mexico
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Mexico routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    —
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Mexico routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    —
    USA-Middle East/India
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Middle East/India routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeBasic EconomyMain Cabin (Economy)Delta Premium Select
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    2×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear
    Delta Air Lines baggage allowance for USA-Middle East/India routes by fare class and bag type
    Bag TypeFirst ClassDelta OneDelta Comfort+
    Personal
    1×Free
    1×Free
    1×Free
    Carry-on
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    1×Free
    56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Checked
    —
    2×Free
    32 kg
    158 cm linear
    1×Free
    23 kg
    158 cm linear

    Must fit overhead. On Delta Connection and very full flights, rollaboards often pink‑tagged and returned planeside

    What You Need to Know

    • Delta Air Lines allows one free personal item on all fares.
    • Carry-on bags can be up to 56 × 35 × 23 cm.
    • One checked bag (up to 23 kg) is included.
    • Allowances vary by route type (USA-Asia (other), USA-French Polynesia, Domestic USA, USA-Africa (Senegal/Ghana/Nigeria/South Africa), USA-Europe, USA-Central America, USA-Mexico, USA-Africa (other), USA-Canada, USA-Middle East/India, USA-Caribbean, USA-Japan)—check the table below for specifics.
    • Different rules may apply for children and infants—check the table for details.
    • This airline is known for strictly enforcing size and weight limits at the gate—pack carefully.
    • Extra or overweight bags incur fees: Domestic: $35 1st, $45 2nd; 3rd $150; 4–10th $200 each; Overweight $100/$200; Oversize $200 each way.

    Delta Air Lines Policy Details

    How Strictly Are Rules Enforced?

    This tells you how strictly this airline checks bag size and weight at the gate. Some airlines rarely check, others are very strict.

    Reports show lenient sizing most of the time; stricter on regional jets with pink-tag gate checks when bins fill

    Extra Bag Fees

    Domestic: $35 1st, $45 2nd; 3rd $150; 4–10th $200 each; Overweight $100/$200; Oversize $200 each way

    Upgrade Options

    Add first bag from $35 domestic; $75 Europe (Basic); $60 French Polynesia (Basic)

    Priority handling and 2 free bags in First/Delta One; extra free bags for Medallion and co‑branded cardholders

    Overwhelmed by all the information?

    Need an easier way to get an answer?

    Try our Smart Baggage Allowance Tool

    One checked bag (up to 23 kg) is included in standard fares.

    Frequently Asked Questions About Delta Air Lines Baggage

    Delta Air Lines allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 56 × 35 × 23 cm (approximately 22 × 13.8 × 9.1 inches). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with Delta Air Lines before your trip, as policies can change.

    Yes, Delta Air Lines includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 56 × 35 × 23 cm.

    If your carry-on exceeds Delta Air Lines's size limits of 56 × 35 × 23 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. Delta Air Lines may charge a fee: Domestic: $35 1st, $45 2nd; 3rd $150; 4–10th $200 each; Overweight $100/$200; Oversize $200 each way. Reports show lenient sizing most of the time; stricter on regional jets with pink-tag gate checks when bins fill

    On Delta Air Lines flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 56 × 35 × 23 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.

    Delta Air Lines allows one personal item that must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a purse, laptop bag, or small backpack. Contact Delta Air Lines directly for exact dimensions.

    Checked bags on Delta Air Lines are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. Each checked bag on Delta Air Lines can weigh up to 23 kg (51 lb). Additional bag fees on Delta Air Lines: Domestic: $35 1st, $45 2nd; 3rd $150; 4–10th $200 each; Overweight $100/$200; Oversize $200 each way.

    Delta Air Lines allows checked bags up to 158 cm (62 inches) in total linear dimensions. The maximum weight is 23 kg (51 lb).

    Delta Air Lines does not publicly specify a carry-on weight limit, but your bag must fit in the overhead bin. We recommend keeping it under 10 kg (22 lb) to be safe on Delta Air Lines flights.

    Yes, Delta Air Lines charges for checked baggage. Checked bags are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. Delta Air Lines baggage fees: Domestic: $35 1st, $45 2nd; 3rd $150; 4–10th $200 each; Overweight $100/$200; Oversize $200 each way

    To avoid extra baggage fees on Delta Air Lines: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (56 × 35 × 23 cm); maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your Delta Air Lines fare (Add first bag from $35 domestic; $75 Europe (Basic); $60 French Polynesia (Basic)). Planning ahead with Delta Air Lines can save you significant fees at the airport.

    Delta Air Lines vs. Industry Average

    Carry-on SizeAverage
    Delta Air Lines56 × 35 × 23 cm
    Industry Average56 × 36 × 23 cm
    Personal ItemAbove avg
    Delta Air LinesIncluded
    Industry AverageUsually included
    Checked BagAbove avg
    Delta Air LinesIncluded
    Industry AverageVaries by airline
    Checked Bag WeightAbove avg
    Delta Air Lines23 kg
    Industry Average23 kg
    MetricDelta Air LinesIndustry AverageRating
    Carry-on Size56 × 35 × 23 cm56 × 36 × 23 cmAverage
    Personal ItemIncludedUsually includedAbove avg
    Checked BagIncludedVaries by airlineAbove avg
    Checked Bag Weight23 kg23 kgAbove avg

    Packing Tips for Delta Air Lines

    Measure your bag before flying Delta Air Lines — maximum dimensions are 56 x 35 x 23 cm including wheels and handles.
    Use a luggage scale at home to weigh your bags before heading to the airport.
    Wear your heaviest clothing and shoes on the plane to save luggage weight.
    Pre-purchase extra baggage online with Delta Air Lines — it's always cheaper than paying at the airport.

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