Delta Air Lines2026 Baggage Policy

Airline Info

Region
North America
IATA / ICAO
DL/DAL
Country
United States
Website
delta.com

Allowance Overview

On Delta Air Lines, Main Basic is the cheapest fare. You can bring 1 small bag and 1 cabin bag for free. Cabin bags have no specified weight limits.

Baggage size limits

There is no published size limit for the small bag. Items like purse, briefcase, small backpack, belt bag, bumbag, camera bag, diaper bag and laptop bag count as your small bag and go under the seat in front of you, while cabin bags go in the overhead locker. When a size limit is published, measure the bag from the furthest points, including handles and wheels.

  • Small Bag

    Max dimensions
    Size not specified

  • Cabin Bag

    Max dimensions
    56 × 35 × 23 cm

  • Hold Bag

    Max linear dimensions
    158 cm

Fare

Delta Air Lines offers 6 fares across all routes. Main Basic is the cheapest fare. Baggage allowances for Main and Comfort change by route, so check the table for the exact details. When included, small bags and cabin bags do not have a published weight limit. Make sure you can lift and stow them yourself.

FAQ

References

The baggage policies detailed above are sourced directly from the airline's official documentation. Policies are subject to change; we recommend verifying the latest limits with the airline before booking.

  1. 1.Baggage Policy and Fees | Delta Air Lines
  2. 2.Carry-On Baggage | Delta Air Lines
  3. 3.Baggage Embargoes & Destination Restrictions | Delta Air Lines
  4. 4.Excess & Overweight Baggage Policy | Delta Air Lines
  5. 5.Special Baggage Items | Delta Air Lines
  6. 6.Baggage FAQs | Delta Air Lines
  7. 7.Onboard Experience Overview | Delta Air Lines
  8. 8.Delta Main Basic (Basic Economy) | Delta Air Lines
  9. 9.Delta Main | Delta Air Lines
  10. 10.Delta Comfort | Delta Air Lines
  11. 11.Delta First | Delta Air Lines
  12. 12.Delta Premium Select | Delta Air Lines
  13. 13.Delta One® | Delta Air Lines
  14. 14.Customizable Travel Experiences | Delta Air Lines
  15. 15.Contract of Carriage: U.S. | Delta Air Lines
  16. 16.Domestic General Rules TariffPDF