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Nov 27, 2023, 6:27:20 AM11/27/23
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The main highlights of Delta Airlines’ baggage policy are provided below. Delta Airlines baggage fees are explained thereafter.
Checked baggage allowance
The free checked baggage allowance per Delta Airlines baggage policy varies by route and fare class:
Basic Economy passengers are not entitled to any free checked baggage allowance—they must purchase it.
Economy Class passengers can carry 1 free checked bag on a few international flights.
Delta One, Delta Premium Select, and First Class passengers are entitled to carry 2 bags on all flights.
The total weight of a checked bag must not exceed:
On Economy Class 50lb/23kg per bag
On Delta One, Premium Select, and First-Class 70lb/32kg per bag
The combined linear dimensions of a checked bag should not be more than 158cm/62in.
The maximum number of checked bags you can carry—after paying excess baggage fees—is restricted to:
On Delta-operated flights 10 bags
On Delta Connection fights 4 bags
On flights from/to Key West, Florida 1 bag
If you’re a Delta SkyMiles Medallion member or a Delta SkyMiles® American Express Cardmember, your first standard bag is free.
Carry-on baggage allowance
Per Delta Airlines baggage policy, the free carry-on baggage allowance is:
1 standard carry-on item (up to 56 x 35 x 23cm/22 x 14 x 9in)
1 personal item (such as a purse, laptop bag, camera bag, or briefcase)
There’s no weight restriction for carry-on items, except on flights departing from:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport: 22lb/10kg
Beijing Capital International Airport: 22lb/10kg
Singapore Changi International Airport: 15lb/7kg
Delta Airlines Baggage Policy
Table of Contents
Delta Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Fees—Economy Class
Delta Airlines Domestic Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines Infant Baggage Policy
Delta Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants/Children
Delta Airlines Excess Baggage Fees—Additional Bags
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Overweight Bags
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Oversized Baggage
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Unticketed Infants and Children
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants and Children
Delta Airlines Additional Baggage Allowance—Sky Miles and Sky Team Members
Delta Airlines Baggage Policy for Military Personnel
Purchasing Additional Baggage on Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines Sports Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines Sporting Equipment Guidelines
Special Baggage Items
Special Baggage Booking
Medical Devices—Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs)
How to Pay Delta Airlines Baggage Fees?
Delta Airlines Musical Instruments Policy
How to Handle Baggage Problems on Delta Airlines?
What to Do If You Lose an Unchecked Item?
Missing Items from Checked Baggage
Delta Airlines Baggage Tracker
How to Submit a Claim with Delta Airlines?
List of Prohibited Items on Delta
Food and Alcohol
Frequently Asked Questions on Delta Airlines Baggage Policy, Fees
Delta Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance
What is Delta Airlines’ hand baggage policy?
Per Delta Airlines hand baggage policy (carry-on baggage policy), you’re allowed to carry 1 standard carry-on bag and 1 personal item such as a laptop bag, diaper bag, etc., for free, as long they fit under your front seat or in the overhead bin.
You’re also allowed to bring onboard the following additional items for free: an umbrella or a jacket, food or drink items purchased after you clear the security checkpoint, and special assistive items such as a wheelchair, crutches, cane, strollers, and child restraint seats.
Delta Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance
Basic Economy Main Cabin (Economy) Delta One, Delta Premium Select, First
No. of Bags 1 standard carry-on bag 1 personal item
Max. Size Standard carry-on bag56 x 35 x 23cm22 x 14 x 9in
Personal item Purse, laptop bag, camera bag, or briefcase
Max. Weight No maximum weight requirement* No maximum weight requirement* No maximum weight requirement*
* There’s no weight limit for carry-on/hand baggage items except on flights departing from: Shanghai (Pudong International Airport): 22lb/10kg Beijing (Capital International Airport): 22lb/10kgSingapore (Changi International Airport): 15lb/7kgYou can carry only 1 personal item on the following flights: Delta Connection flights Flights with up to 50 seats All carry-on/hand baggage items must either fit under the seat in front of you or inside the overhead bin. The following items can be carried free in addition to the above-mentioned items: 1 jacket and/or umbrella Food or drink items purchased after the security check point Duty-free merchandise Special items like strollers, child safety seats, wheelchairs, and assistive mobility devices like crutches If there’s no space available when you board, your carry-on bag will be gate-checked free of cost and returned when you deplane. This does not apply to mobility devices.
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Policy
Per Delta Airlines’ checked baggage policy, all checked bags must comply with the maximum weight and size requirements, which are:
Delta One, Delta Premium Select, and First Class (all routes)
2 free checked bags of up to 70lb/32kg per bag
Economy Class (some international destinations)
1 free checked bag of up to 50lb/23kg per bag
Basic Economy Class
No free checked bags
Must be purchased
The maximum linear dimensions of a checked bag must not exceed 158cm/62in.
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Fees—Economy Class
What is Delta Airlines flight baggage policy for Economy Class?
According to Delta Airlines flight baggage policy for Basic Economy, Main Cabin, and Delta Comfort+ passengers, the baggage fees on domestic and international flights are route-dependent, as shown in the table below.
Basic Economy, Main Cabin, Delta Comfort+
Travel to/from First Bag Second Bag
United States incl. Puerto Rico United States incl. Puerto Rico USD 30 USD 40
United States Canada USD 30 USD 50
United States, Canada United States Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Central America, Bermuda, and Guyana USD 30 USD 40
United States, Canada Mexico USD 30 USD 55
United States, Panama, El Ecuador, Salvador United States, Panama, Ecuador, El Salvador USD 30—Basic Economy
Others—Free
United States, Canada, Mexico Sudan, Iraq, United States, Canada, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan FREE USD 75
United States, Canada, Mexico UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Yemen, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman FREE FREE
Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean South America
(excl. Guyana) FREE FREE
United States, South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) United States, South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) USD 60—Basic Economy
Others—Free USD 100 (BE Only);
Free (MC/DC+)
Canada, South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) Canada / South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) FREE FREE
United States, Canada Tahiti (PPT) USD 60—Basic Economy
Others—Free USD 100
Mexico Tahiti (PPT) FREE USD 100
United States, Colombia United States, Colombia USD 30—Basic Economy
Others—Free USD 60
Canada, Colombia Canada, Colombia FREE FREE
United States, Canada Brazil (excl. some G3-operated flights) FREE FREE
Canada, Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean
(excl. Brazil) Israel FREE USD 100
United States Israel USD 60—Basic Economy Others—FREE USD 100
United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America, the Caribbean (excl. Brazil) Australia, the Philippines, New Zealand FREE FREE
United States, Canada, Mexico, South America, Central America, the Caribbean Asia FREE FREE
United States, Canada, Mexico, South America, Central America, the Caribbean South Africa, West Africa FREE FREE
United States, Canada, Mexico India FREE FREE
United States, Canada Europe, North Africa USD 60—Basic Economy Others—FREE USD 100
South America, Central America, the Caribbean (excl. Brazil) Europe, North Africa FREE USD 100
South America, Central America, the Caribbean (excl. Brazil) Middle East (excl. Israel) FREE USD 75
Mexico, Central America & Caribbean Mexico, Central America & Caribbean USD 30 USD 40
Europe India FREE USD 75
Mexico, Central America & Caribbean Mexico, Central America & Caribbean FREE USD 40
Europe India FREE USD 75
Japan Palau, Saipan, Guam FREE USD 40
Mexico Europe Basic Economy—USD 60Others—FREE USD 100
Caribbean, Central America, South America (excluding Brazil) India FREE USD 75
United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America (excl. Brazil), the Caribbean, First point of origin in India FREE FREE
First point of origin in Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Angola, Namibia, Nigeria, Ghana United States, Canada FREE Basic Economy—USD 70Others—FREE
Note Passengers travelling from/to Key West, Florida are allowed to carry only 1 checked bag. Passengers can carry up to 10 checked bags per passenger on Delta- and Delta Shuttle-operated flights and up to 4 checked bags on Delta Connection flights. Additional baggage allowance SkyMiles Medallion, Sky Team Elite, and Elite Plus Members are entitled to carry 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).Silver Medallion members holding a SkyMiles credit card from American Express are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member.
Delta Airlines Domestic Baggage Policy
According to Delta Airlines domestic baggage policy for flights within the United States:
Passengers travelling on a Basic Economy fare must purchase their baggage allowance for USD 30 and USD 40 for the first and the second bag respectively.
Passengers travelling on Delta Premium Select Class are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 2 bags of up to 50lb/23kg each.
Passengers travelling on First Class/Delta One Class are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 2 bags of up to 70lb/32kg each.
SkyMiles Medallion, SkyTeam Elite, and Elite Plus members are entitled to carry 1 additional bag for free.
Delta Airlines Infant Baggage Policy
What is Delta Airlines’ infant baggage policy?
Infants and children travelling free of charge on Delta don’t have any baggage allowance. If you’re carrying any baggage for your child, it will form a part of the accompanying adult’s baggage allowance.
Delta Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants/Children
What is Delta Airlines baggage allowance for ticketed infants and children?
If your child is travelling on an international ticket that is 10% of the adult fare, your child is entitled to a baggage allowance of:
1 checked bag up to 20lb/10kg in weight and 114.3cm/45in in combined dimensions
1 fully collapsible stroller/pushchair (as checked baggage)
If you’re travelling with a lap infant on a Basic Economy ticket on a transatlantic flight, your child is not entitled to any free baggage allowance.
If your child is flying on a ticket worth at least 50% of the adult fare, your child is entitled to the standard baggage allowance of the accompanying adult.
Delta Airlines Excess Baggage Fees—Additional Bags
What is Delta Airlines’ excess baggage policy/extra baggage policy?
According to Delta Airlines excess baggage policy/extra baggage policy, the baggage fees for excess/additional bags range from USD 100 – 285 per bag depending on your route, as shown in the table below:
Delta-marketed/GOL-operated flights: Brasília International Airport Miami, Orlando, USD 100 USD 100/bag
North/Central/South America North Africa or Europe USD 285 USD 285/bag
Asia Everywhere else USD 200 USD 200/bag
United States, Canada, Mexico Tahiti USD 285 USD 285/bag
Brazil Everywhere else USD 200 USD 200/bag
Others USD 200 USD 200/bag
Free Additional Baggage Allowance SkyMiles Medallion, SkyTeam Elite, and Elite Plus Members are entitled to carry 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies for up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation (with the member) but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Silver Medallion members holding a SkyMiles American Express credit card are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member.
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Overweight Bags
Delta Airlines baggage fees for overweight bags by destination are as follows:
Route Overweight Fees 51–70lb Overweight Fees 71–100lb
Within the United States and Canada (incl. the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico) USD 100 USD 200
North/Central/South America 🡨🡪 North Africa or Europe USD 100 Not permitted
North America 🡨🡪 Honduras, El Salvador, or San Pedro Sula USD 150 Not permitted
From/to/within the Caribbean, Central/South America, and Mexico USD 100 USD 200
From/to/within Asia USD 100 USD 200
From/to/within Australia and New Zealand USD 100 Not permitted
Others USD 100 USD 200
Free Additional Baggage Allowance SkyMiles Medallion, SkyTeam Elite, and Elite Plus members can bring 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies for up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation (with the member) but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Silver Medallion members holding a SkyMiles American Express credit card are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member. Weight Restrictions per Bag Per Delta Airlines baggage weight policy, the maximum weight per bag must not exceed:100lb/45.36kg per bag On flights within the United States and Canada (incl. the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico).70lb/32kg per bag On flights between Central/North/South America —Europe/North Africa. On flights to/from/within New Zealand and Australia. On flights to/from/through South Africa, Europe, and UAE.
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Oversized Baggage
What is Delta Airlines’ oversize baggage policy?
According to Delta Airlines’ oversize baggage policy, most bags exceeding 158cm/62in in combined linear dimensions will be considered oversized. The oversized baggage fees are route-dependent and are charged in addition to the standard, overweight, and excess baggage fee. However, bags exceeding 203cm/160cm in combined linear dimensions will not be accepted.
Delta Airlines Oversized Baggage Fees
Route Oversized Bag 160–203cm (63–80in)
Within/between United States, Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico USD 200
Within/between United States, Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico USD 175
From/to/between Australia, the Middle East, Asia, India USD 300
North/Central/South America 🡨🡪North Africa, Europe USD 300
United States (incl. U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico), Canada🡨🡪Central/South America, Mexico, the Caribbean USD 150
North America 🡨🡪 Other African countries USD 175
From/to Brazil USD 100
Note Bags exceeding 203cm/80in in combined linear dimensions will not be accepted.
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Unticketed Infants and Children
Children travelling without a ticket are not entitled to any baggage allowance. This means you must carry your child’s baggage within your baggage allowance. However, they are entitled to a bassinet, an infant/booster seat, and a breast pump, and an associated cooler bag.
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants and Children
Children travelling on international flights (at 10% of the accompanying adult fare) are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 1 checked bag not exceeding 22lb/10kg in weight and 45in in combined dimensions (L + W + H) inches, plus 1 fully collapsible push-chair or stroller which must be checked in.
Lap infants travelling on Transatlantic (TATL) Basic Economy fares are not entitled to any free checked baggage allowance.
Children travelling on tickets equaling or exceeding 50% of the adult fare are entitled to the standard baggage allowance of the accompanying adult.
Delta Airlines Additional Baggage Allowance—Sky Miles and Sky Team Members
Sky Miles Medallion, Sky Team Elite, and Elite Plus Members are allowed to travel with 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies for up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation (with the member) but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Silver Medallion members holding a Sky Miles American Express credit card are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member.
Delta Airlines Baggage Policy for Military Personnel
Delta Airlines Additional Baggage Allowance—Active-Duty Military Personnel
Per Delta Airlines military baggage policy, military personnel travelling on active duty or personal travel are entitled to the following free baggage allowance:
Travel Class On Military Orders On Personal Travel
Basic Economy, Main Cabin, Delta Comfort 5 bags x 100lb/45kg each80in per bag (L + W + H) 2 bags x 50lb/23kg each80in per bag (L + W + H)
First Class, Delta Premium Select, Delta One 5 bags x 100lb/45kg each80in per bag (L + W + H) 3 bags x 70lb/32kg each62in per bag (L + W + H)
Purchasing Additional Baggage on Delta Airlines
You can buy additional baggage starting 24 hours before departure when online check-in starts.
Under the Delta Airlines baggage policy, you can pay your baggage fee:
Online via My Trips
Via the mobile app (Fly Delta)
At the airport
Delta Airlines Sports Baggage Policy
Per Delta Airlines’ sports baggage policy:
You can travel with most sporting equipment on your trip, subject to the standard checked baggage fees applicable to your cabin class, travel region, and baggage allowance.
Sports baggage is subject to overweight baggage fees on equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg. Sports baggage is also subject to excess baggage fees and oversized baggage fees.
All sporting equipment must be packed in protective containers specifically designed for it.
Normal baggage allowance and handling fees will apply to any sporting equipment not mentioned below.
Sporting equipment exceeding 292cm/115cm in linear dimensions (L + W + H) or 100lb/45kg will not be accepted.
The sports fee will be charged in the currency applicable to the exit airport.
Delta Airlines Sporting Equipment Guidelines
The following sporting equipment can be carried as per the weight, size, and other restrictions laid out under the Delta Airlines baggage policy for sporting equipment:
Antlers
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Antlers exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Restrictions
The tips must be protected, skull wrapped securely, and free of residue.
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Will be permitted on Delta Connection flights subject to space availability.
Archery Equipment
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Accepted only as checked baggage.
Items exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Must be securely packed in a container designed specifically for it.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Bicycles
Includes non-motorized, single-seat racing or touring bicycles.
Accepted only as checked baggage on most flights, except on Delta Connection flights.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Bicycles exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Must be securely packed in a container designed specifically for bicycles.
Subject to a signed limited liability release form by the passenger if the bicycle is not properly packed, but not if properly packed in a hard-shell case specifically designed for the purpose.
Delta will not accept any liability for damage due to overpacking.
Boogie/Skim Boards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Boogie/skim boards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Canoes/Kayaks
Only folding kayaks are accepted—canoes and kayaks are not allowed.
Fees per folding kayak
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Subject to a signed limited liability release form by the passenger.
Fishing Equipment
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Accepted only as checked baggage if packed securely.
Fishing poles can be brought in the cabin as standard carry-on items if not exceeding 22 x 14 x 9in in size.
Fishing equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Golf Equipment
Only 1 golf bag per passenger is allowed as a standard checked baggage item.
The equipment must be packed securely and must meet the weight and size requirements.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Golf Bag Requirements—As Checked Baggage
Includes 1 golf bag, 1 set of golf clubs, golf balls and tees, and 1 pair of golf shoes
Golf bags exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Golf bags exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Golf bags exceeding the baggage allowance will incur additional or overweight baggage fees.
Golf clubs must be packed in a hard-shell case; if packed in a soft-sided golf bag, a limited release form must be signed.
Hockey & Lacrosse Equipment
Accepted only as checked baggage only.
Can include 1 equipment bag comprising 2 hockey/lacrosse sticks taped together.
Items exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Hockey and lacrosse equipment exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Hockey and lacrosse equipment exceeding the baggage allowance will incur additional or overweight baggage fees.
Javelins
Accepted as checked baggage except on flights from/to/via Amsterdam or Dublin.
The javelin’s length must not exceed 120in.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Javelin equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Javelin equipment exceeding 305cm/120in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Kiteboards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Not accepted on ExpressJet flights; could be limited on Delta Connection or regional carriers.
Kiteboards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Kiteboards exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Kneeboards/Wakeboards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Kneeboards and wakeboards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Kneeboards and wakeboards exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Must be securely packed in a container designed specifically for it.
Parachutes
Sports parachutes will be accepted only as carry-on baggage items.
Must not contain any restricted or prohibited item, such as pressurized oxygen cylinders.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Scuba Equipment
Includes 1 dive bag comprising scuba equipment but not an empty dive tank.
Empty dive tank must be checked in and must not exceed 100lb/46kg or 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H).
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Scuba equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Scuba equipment exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
The scuba equipment’s outside linear dimensions should not be more than 292cm/115in or they will not be accepted.
Shooting Equipment
Shooting equipment is allowed as checked baggage only.
The firearm must be declared to a Delta representative and security personnel before the check-in counter.
The firearm must be presented (unloaded) along with a signed Firearms Unloaded declaration.
Must be securely packed and locked in a hard-sided container/gun case specifically designed for it. Handguns must be locked and packed in a hard-sided gun case, and thereafter inside a soft-sided bag (unlocked), along with a Conditional Acceptance Tag.
Must carry destination/transit country’s entry permits with you.
Ammunition must either be packed securely in the original manufacturer’s packaging or a wooden/metal/fiber box with a separate section for cartridges.
Must comply with all federal, state, and local laws on the possession and transportation of firearms. For details, refer to the TSA website.
The carriage of firearms to the United Kingdom requires a permit.
Passengers flying out of Brussels are not permitted to carry weapons (incl. hunting, sporting, toy, or antique rifles in checked bags.
The passenger must be an adult, i.e., 18 years or older.
Checked firearms must be collected from the Baggage Service Office after arriving at the final destination.
The following types of ammunition are prohibited:
Gun powder such as Black Powder or Pyrodex.
Ammunition with incendiary or explosive projectiles.
Ammunition exceeding 11lb/5kg (incl. case) per passenger.
Pistols and pistol accessories must be packed in one case and can include a small tool case, noise suppressors, telescopes, and up to 11lb/5kg of ammunition (incl. case).
Rifles and shotguns must be packaged as follows:
1 hard-sided case comprising not more than 4 shotguns, rifles, tools, and shooting materials.
The case must be lockable and locked, and designed to prevent the firearm from unauthorized access.
Cases that can be opened easily will not be accepted.
One hard-sided case comprising not more than 5 handguns, tools, and 1 scope.
1 sturdy container/case comprising 1 bow, quiver of arrows, and a maintenance kit.
Up to 11lb/5kg of ammunition (incl. case).
If checking in more than 1 gun case, additional charges will apply.
Skateboards
Can be carried as checked or carry-on baggage items.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Must be packed in a bag if carried as a checked baggage item.
Skateboards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Skateboards exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or they will not be accepted.
Ski/Snowboard
Allowed as checked baggage.
1 item includes 1 ski/pole bag, 1 snowboard bag, 1 boot bag per passenger.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
If the total weight exceeds 50lb/23kg, overweight baggage fees will be charged.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or the ski/snowboard will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be charged an additional or overweight baggage fee.
Surfboards
Includes up to 2 boards per bag.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
If the total weight exceeds 50lb/23kg, overweight baggage fees will be charged.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or the surfboard will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be charged an additional or overweight baggage fee.
Surfboards exceeding 72in in length will not be accepted on Delta Connection flights, and the terms and conditions may vary.
Vaulting Poles
Vaulting poles are not permitted either as checked baggage or cargo on any Delta or Delta Connection flight.
Windsurfing Boards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region. Windsurfing boards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or it will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will incur additional or overweight baggage fees
Up to 2 boards are allowed per bag.
Will not be accepted on Delta Connection flights or MD-88 aircraft.
Contact Delta Reservations for more information
Special Baggage Items
Per the Delta Airlines baggage policy, special items (see below) must be declared to a Delta Gate Agent. Special Baggage items refer to:
Uniquely sized or shaped bags.
Bags containing items that require extra attention and care.
Bags that weigh more than 50lb/23kg or more than 158cm/62in in size (L + W + H).
Equipment for medical assistance, children’s articles, musical instruments, or sporting gear.
Special Baggage items include:
Items for children and infants
Child safety seats
Strollers and car seats
Other carry-on baby items such as:
Infant or booster seat
Bassinet
Breast pump with cooler bag
Bulky, fragile, and similar items
Can include valuable items such as cash, bonds, and securities, jewelry, works of art, medication, hearing aids, etc. which cannot be easily replaced.
Other examples include Christmas trees, computers, cremated remains, fragile/limited liability release items, media bags, TV sets, wines, etc.
Should not be carried in checked bags.
May require a Limited Liability Waiver.
May be carried on a paid passenger seat.
Must not exceed 100lb/45kg.
Must not obstruct access to emergency exits, aisle, or cabin.
Must not block any passenger’s view of aircraft signage, such as No Smoking, Seatbelt On/Off, etc.
Must not contain non-permissible items.
Must be capable of being secured with a seatbelt.
Must be securely packed to avoid injury to other passengers.
Must be secured on a seat (preferably) adjacent to the owner.
Wheelchairs and medical supplies
Breathing apparatus for emergency rescue services must not exceed 150lb/68kg and must be booked at least 24 hours before departure.
Wheelchairs must be booked no less than 2 days (48 hours) in advance.
Battery-operated wheelchairs must comply with carrier requirements. Before travel, you must fill out a Wheelchair Handling Form.
Medications must be carried as carry-on items.
Checked baggage allowance
The free checked baggage allowance per Delta Airlines baggage policy varies by route and fare class:
Basic Economy passengers are not entitled to any free checked baggage allowance—they must purchase it.
Economy Class passengers can carry 1 free checked bag on a few international flights.
Delta One, Delta Premium Select, and First Class passengers are entitled to carry 2 bags on all flights.
The total weight of a checked bag must not exceed:
On Economy Class 50lb/23kg per bag
On Delta One, Premium Select, and First-Class 70lb/32kg per bag
The combined linear dimensions of a checked bag should not be more than 158cm/62in.
The maximum number of checked bags you can carry—after paying excess baggage fees—is restricted to:
On Delta-operated flights 10 bags
On Delta Connection fights 4 bags
On flights from/to Key West, Florida 1 bag
If you’re a Delta SkyMiles Medallion member or a Delta SkyMiles® American Express Cardmember, your first standard bag is free.
Carry-on baggage allowance
Per Delta Airlines baggage policy, the free carry-on baggage allowance is:
1 standard carry-on item (up to 56 x 35 x 23cm/22 x 14 x 9in)
1 personal item (such as a purse, laptop bag, camera bag, or briefcase)
There’s no weight restriction for carry-on items, except on flights departing from:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport: 22lb/10kg
Beijing Capital International Airport: 22lb/10kg
Singapore Changi International Airport: 15lb/7kg
Delta Airlines Baggage Policy
Table of Contents
Delta Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Fees—Economy Class
Delta Airlines Domestic Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines Infant Baggage Policy
Delta Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants/Children
Delta Airlines Excess Baggage Fees—Additional Bags
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Overweight Bags
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Oversized Baggage
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Unticketed Infants and Children
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants and Children
Delta Airlines Additional Baggage Allowance—Sky Miles and Sky Team Members
Delta Airlines Baggage Policy for Military Personnel
Purchasing Additional Baggage on Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines Sports Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines Sporting Equipment Guidelines
Special Baggage Items
Special Baggage Booking
Medical Devices—Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs)
How to Pay Delta Airlines Baggage Fees?
Delta Airlines Musical Instruments Policy
How to Handle Baggage Problems on Delta Airlines?
What to Do If You Lose an Unchecked Item?
Missing Items from Checked Baggage
Delta Airlines Baggage Tracker
How to Submit a Claim with Delta Airlines?
List of Prohibited Items on Delta
Food and Alcohol
Frequently Asked Questions on Delta Airlines Baggage Policy, Fees
Delta Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance
What is Delta Airlines’ hand baggage policy?
Per Delta Airlines hand baggage policy (carry-on baggage policy), you’re allowed to carry 1 standard carry-on bag and 1 personal item such as a laptop bag, diaper bag, etc., for free, as long they fit under your front seat or in the overhead bin.
You’re also allowed to bring onboard the following additional items for free: an umbrella or a jacket, food or drink items purchased after you clear the security checkpoint, and special assistive items such as a wheelchair, crutches, cane, strollers, and child restraint seats.
Delta Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance
Basic Economy Main Cabin (Economy) Delta One, Delta Premium Select, First
No. of Bags 1 standard carry-on bag 1 personal item
Max. Size Standard carry-on bag56 x 35 x 23cm22 x 14 x 9in
Personal item Purse, laptop bag, camera bag, or briefcase
Max. Weight No maximum weight requirement* No maximum weight requirement* No maximum weight requirement*
* There’s no weight limit for carry-on/hand baggage items except on flights departing from: Shanghai (Pudong International Airport): 22lb/10kg Beijing (Capital International Airport): 22lb/10kgSingapore (Changi International Airport): 15lb/7kgYou can carry only 1 personal item on the following flights: Delta Connection flights Flights with up to 50 seats All carry-on/hand baggage items must either fit under the seat in front of you or inside the overhead bin. The following items can be carried free in addition to the above-mentioned items: 1 jacket and/or umbrella Food or drink items purchased after the security check point Duty-free merchandise Special items like strollers, child safety seats, wheelchairs, and assistive mobility devices like crutches If there’s no space available when you board, your carry-on bag will be gate-checked free of cost and returned when you deplane. This does not apply to mobility devices.
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Policy
Per Delta Airlines’ checked baggage policy, all checked bags must comply with the maximum weight and size requirements, which are:
Delta One, Delta Premium Select, and First Class (all routes)
2 free checked bags of up to 70lb/32kg per bag
Economy Class (some international destinations)
1 free checked bag of up to 50lb/23kg per bag
Basic Economy Class
No free checked bags
Must be purchased
The maximum linear dimensions of a checked bag must not exceed 158cm/62in.
Delta Airlines Checked Baggage Fees—Economy Class
What is Delta Airlines flight baggage policy for Economy Class?
According to Delta Airlines flight baggage policy for Basic Economy, Main Cabin, and Delta Comfort+ passengers, the baggage fees on domestic and international flights are route-dependent, as shown in the table below.
Basic Economy, Main Cabin, Delta Comfort+
Travel to/from First Bag Second Bag
United States incl. Puerto Rico United States incl. Puerto Rico USD 30 USD 40
United States Canada USD 30 USD 50
United States, Canada United States Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Central America, Bermuda, and Guyana USD 30 USD 40
United States, Canada Mexico USD 30 USD 55
United States, Panama, El Ecuador, Salvador United States, Panama, Ecuador, El Salvador USD 30—Basic Economy
Others—Free
United States, Canada, Mexico Sudan, Iraq, United States, Canada, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan FREE USD 75
United States, Canada, Mexico UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Yemen, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman FREE FREE
Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean South America
(excl. Guyana) FREE FREE
United States, South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) United States, South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) USD 60—Basic Economy
Others—Free USD 100 (BE Only);
Free (MC/DC+)
Canada, South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) Canada / South America (excl. Guyana, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil) FREE FREE
United States, Canada Tahiti (PPT) USD 60—Basic Economy
Others—Free USD 100
Mexico Tahiti (PPT) FREE USD 100
United States, Colombia United States, Colombia USD 30—Basic Economy
Others—Free USD 60
Canada, Colombia Canada, Colombia FREE FREE
United States, Canada Brazil (excl. some G3-operated flights) FREE FREE
Canada, Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean
(excl. Brazil) Israel FREE USD 100
United States Israel USD 60—Basic Economy Others—FREE USD 100
United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America, the Caribbean (excl. Brazil) Australia, the Philippines, New Zealand FREE FREE
United States, Canada, Mexico, South America, Central America, the Caribbean Asia FREE FREE
United States, Canada, Mexico, South America, Central America, the Caribbean South Africa, West Africa FREE FREE
United States, Canada, Mexico India FREE FREE
United States, Canada Europe, North Africa USD 60—Basic Economy Others—FREE USD 100
South America, Central America, the Caribbean (excl. Brazil) Europe, North Africa FREE USD 100
South America, Central America, the Caribbean (excl. Brazil) Middle East (excl. Israel) FREE USD 75
Mexico, Central America & Caribbean Mexico, Central America & Caribbean USD 30 USD 40
Europe India FREE USD 75
Mexico, Central America & Caribbean Mexico, Central America & Caribbean FREE USD 40
Europe India FREE USD 75
Japan Palau, Saipan, Guam FREE USD 40
Mexico Europe Basic Economy—USD 60Others—FREE USD 100
Caribbean, Central America, South America (excluding Brazil) India FREE USD 75
United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America (excl. Brazil), the Caribbean, First point of origin in India FREE FREE
First point of origin in Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Angola, Namibia, Nigeria, Ghana United States, Canada FREE Basic Economy—USD 70Others—FREE
Note Passengers travelling from/to Key West, Florida are allowed to carry only 1 checked bag. Passengers can carry up to 10 checked bags per passenger on Delta- and Delta Shuttle-operated flights and up to 4 checked bags on Delta Connection flights. Additional baggage allowance SkyMiles Medallion, Sky Team Elite, and Elite Plus Members are entitled to carry 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).Silver Medallion members holding a SkyMiles credit card from American Express are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member.
Delta Airlines Domestic Baggage Policy
According to Delta Airlines domestic baggage policy for flights within the United States:
Passengers travelling on a Basic Economy fare must purchase their baggage allowance for USD 30 and USD 40 for the first and the second bag respectively.
Passengers travelling on Delta Premium Select Class are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 2 bags of up to 50lb/23kg each.
Passengers travelling on First Class/Delta One Class are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 2 bags of up to 70lb/32kg each.
SkyMiles Medallion, SkyTeam Elite, and Elite Plus members are entitled to carry 1 additional bag for free.
Delta Airlines Infant Baggage Policy
What is Delta Airlines’ infant baggage policy?
Infants and children travelling free of charge on Delta don’t have any baggage allowance. If you’re carrying any baggage for your child, it will form a part of the accompanying adult’s baggage allowance.
Delta Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants/Children
What is Delta Airlines baggage allowance for ticketed infants and children?
If your child is travelling on an international ticket that is 10% of the adult fare, your child is entitled to a baggage allowance of:
1 checked bag up to 20lb/10kg in weight and 114.3cm/45in in combined dimensions
1 fully collapsible stroller/pushchair (as checked baggage)
If you’re travelling with a lap infant on a Basic Economy ticket on a transatlantic flight, your child is not entitled to any free baggage allowance.
If your child is flying on a ticket worth at least 50% of the adult fare, your child is entitled to the standard baggage allowance of the accompanying adult.
Delta Airlines Excess Baggage Fees—Additional Bags
What is Delta Airlines’ excess baggage policy/extra baggage policy?
According to Delta Airlines excess baggage policy/extra baggage policy, the baggage fees for excess/additional bags range from USD 100 – 285 per bag depending on your route, as shown in the table below:
Delta-marketed/GOL-operated flights: Brasília International Airport Miami, Orlando, USD 100 USD 100/bag
North/Central/South America North Africa or Europe USD 285 USD 285/bag
Asia Everywhere else USD 200 USD 200/bag
United States, Canada, Mexico Tahiti USD 285 USD 285/bag
Brazil Everywhere else USD 200 USD 200/bag
Others USD 200 USD 200/bag
Free Additional Baggage Allowance SkyMiles Medallion, SkyTeam Elite, and Elite Plus Members are entitled to carry 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies for up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation (with the member) but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Silver Medallion members holding a SkyMiles American Express credit card are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member.
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Overweight Bags
Delta Airlines baggage fees for overweight bags by destination are as follows:
Route Overweight Fees 51–70lb Overweight Fees 71–100lb
Within the United States and Canada (incl. the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico) USD 100 USD 200
North/Central/South America 🡨🡪 North Africa or Europe USD 100 Not permitted
North America 🡨🡪 Honduras, El Salvador, or San Pedro Sula USD 150 Not permitted
From/to/within the Caribbean, Central/South America, and Mexico USD 100 USD 200
From/to/within Asia USD 100 USD 200
From/to/within Australia and New Zealand USD 100 Not permitted
Others USD 100 USD 200
Free Additional Baggage Allowance SkyMiles Medallion, SkyTeam Elite, and Elite Plus members can bring 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies for up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation (with the member) but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Silver Medallion members holding a SkyMiles American Express credit card are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member. Weight Restrictions per Bag Per Delta Airlines baggage weight policy, the maximum weight per bag must not exceed:100lb/45.36kg per bag On flights within the United States and Canada (incl. the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico).70lb/32kg per bag On flights between Central/North/South America —Europe/North Africa. On flights to/from/within New Zealand and Australia. On flights to/from/through South Africa, Europe, and UAE.
Delta Airlines Baggage Fees—Oversized Baggage
What is Delta Airlines’ oversize baggage policy?
According to Delta Airlines’ oversize baggage policy, most bags exceeding 158cm/62in in combined linear dimensions will be considered oversized. The oversized baggage fees are route-dependent and are charged in addition to the standard, overweight, and excess baggage fee. However, bags exceeding 203cm/160cm in combined linear dimensions will not be accepted.
Delta Airlines Oversized Baggage Fees
Route Oversized Bag 160–203cm (63–80in)
Within/between United States, Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico USD 200
Within/between United States, Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico USD 175
From/to/between Australia, the Middle East, Asia, India USD 300
North/Central/South America 🡨🡪North Africa, Europe USD 300
United States (incl. U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico), Canada🡨🡪Central/South America, Mexico, the Caribbean USD 150
North America 🡨🡪 Other African countries USD 175
From/to Brazil USD 100
Note Bags exceeding 203cm/80in in combined linear dimensions will not be accepted.
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Unticketed Infants and Children
Children travelling without a ticket are not entitled to any baggage allowance. This means you must carry your child’s baggage within your baggage allowance. However, they are entitled to a bassinet, an infant/booster seat, and a breast pump, and an associated cooler bag.
Delta Airlines Baggage Allowance for Ticketed Infants and Children
Children travelling on international flights (at 10% of the accompanying adult fare) are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 1 checked bag not exceeding 22lb/10kg in weight and 45in in combined dimensions (L + W + H) inches, plus 1 fully collapsible push-chair or stroller which must be checked in.
Lap infants travelling on Transatlantic (TATL) Basic Economy fares are not entitled to any free checked baggage allowance.
Children travelling on tickets equaling or exceeding 50% of the adult fare are entitled to the standard baggage allowance of the accompanying adult.
Delta Airlines Additional Baggage Allowance—Sky Miles and Sky Team Members
Sky Miles Medallion, Sky Team Elite, and Elite Plus Members are allowed to travel with 1 additional bag free of charge if traveling on Comfort+, Main Cabin, or Basic Economy Class fares between the United States/Canada and any international destination. This applies for up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation (with the member) but does not apply to flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Silver Medallion members holding a Sky Miles American Express credit card are entitled to a second free bag (i.e., up to 2 free bags not exceeding 70lb/32kg each) for flights within the United States and Canada. This applies to up to 8 travel companions travelling on the member’s reservation with the member.
Delta Airlines Baggage Policy for Military Personnel
Delta Airlines Additional Baggage Allowance—Active-Duty Military Personnel
Per Delta Airlines military baggage policy, military personnel travelling on active duty or personal travel are entitled to the following free baggage allowance:
Travel Class On Military Orders On Personal Travel
Basic Economy, Main Cabin, Delta Comfort 5 bags x 100lb/45kg each80in per bag (L + W + H) 2 bags x 50lb/23kg each80in per bag (L + W + H)
First Class, Delta Premium Select, Delta One 5 bags x 100lb/45kg each80in per bag (L + W + H) 3 bags x 70lb/32kg each62in per bag (L + W + H)
Purchasing Additional Baggage on Delta Airlines
You can buy additional baggage starting 24 hours before departure when online check-in starts.
Under the Delta Airlines baggage policy, you can pay your baggage fee:
Online via My Trips
Via the mobile app (Fly Delta)
At the airport
Delta Airlines Sports Baggage Policy
Per Delta Airlines’ sports baggage policy:
You can travel with most sporting equipment on your trip, subject to the standard checked baggage fees applicable to your cabin class, travel region, and baggage allowance.
Sports baggage is subject to overweight baggage fees on equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg. Sports baggage is also subject to excess baggage fees and oversized baggage fees.
All sporting equipment must be packed in protective containers specifically designed for it.
Normal baggage allowance and handling fees will apply to any sporting equipment not mentioned below.
Sporting equipment exceeding 292cm/115cm in linear dimensions (L + W + H) or 100lb/45kg will not be accepted.
The sports fee will be charged in the currency applicable to the exit airport.
Delta Airlines Sporting Equipment Guidelines
The following sporting equipment can be carried as per the weight, size, and other restrictions laid out under the Delta Airlines baggage policy for sporting equipment:
Antlers
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Antlers exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Restrictions
The tips must be protected, skull wrapped securely, and free of residue.
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Will be permitted on Delta Connection flights subject to space availability.
Archery Equipment
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Accepted only as checked baggage.
Items exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Must be securely packed in a container designed specifically for it.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Bicycles
Includes non-motorized, single-seat racing or touring bicycles.
Accepted only as checked baggage on most flights, except on Delta Connection flights.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Bicycles exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Must be securely packed in a container designed specifically for bicycles.
Subject to a signed limited liability release form by the passenger if the bicycle is not properly packed, but not if properly packed in a hard-shell case specifically designed for the purpose.
Delta will not accept any liability for damage due to overpacking.
Boogie/Skim Boards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Boogie/skim boards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Canoes/Kayaks
Only folding kayaks are accepted—canoes and kayaks are not allowed.
Fees per folding kayak
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Subject to a signed limited liability release form by the passenger.
Fishing Equipment
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Accepted only as checked baggage if packed securely.
Fishing poles can be brought in the cabin as standard carry-on items if not exceeding 22 x 14 x 9in in size.
Fishing equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Restrictions
Items exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Golf Equipment
Only 1 golf bag per passenger is allowed as a standard checked baggage item.
The equipment must be packed securely and must meet the weight and size requirements.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Golf Bag Requirements—As Checked Baggage
Includes 1 golf bag, 1 set of golf clubs, golf balls and tees, and 1 pair of golf shoes
Golf bags exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Golf bags exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Golf bags exceeding the baggage allowance will incur additional or overweight baggage fees.
Golf clubs must be packed in a hard-shell case; if packed in a soft-sided golf bag, a limited release form must be signed.
Hockey & Lacrosse Equipment
Accepted only as checked baggage only.
Can include 1 equipment bag comprising 2 hockey/lacrosse sticks taped together.
Items exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Hockey and lacrosse equipment exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Hockey and lacrosse equipment exceeding the baggage allowance will incur additional or overweight baggage fees.
Javelins
Accepted as checked baggage except on flights from/to/via Amsterdam or Dublin.
The javelin’s length must not exceed 120in.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Javelin equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Javelin equipment exceeding 305cm/120in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Kiteboards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Not accepted on ExpressJet flights; could be limited on Delta Connection or regional carriers.
Kiteboards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Kiteboards exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Kneeboards/Wakeboards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Kneeboards and wakeboards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Kneeboards and wakeboards exceeding 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H) will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
Must be securely packed in a container designed specifically for it.
Parachutes
Sports parachutes will be accepted only as carry-on baggage items.
Must not contain any restricted or prohibited item, such as pressurized oxygen cylinders.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Scuba Equipment
Includes 1 dive bag comprising scuba equipment but not an empty dive tank.
Empty dive tank must be checked in and must not exceed 100lb/46kg or 292cm/115in in linear dimensions (L + W + H).
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Scuba equipment exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Scuba equipment exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
The scuba equipment’s outside linear dimensions should not be more than 292cm/115in or they will not be accepted.
Shooting Equipment
Shooting equipment is allowed as checked baggage only.
The firearm must be declared to a Delta representative and security personnel before the check-in counter.
The firearm must be presented (unloaded) along with a signed Firearms Unloaded declaration.
Must be securely packed and locked in a hard-sided container/gun case specifically designed for it. Handguns must be locked and packed in a hard-sided gun case, and thereafter inside a soft-sided bag (unlocked), along with a Conditional Acceptance Tag.
Must carry destination/transit country’s entry permits with you.
Ammunition must either be packed securely in the original manufacturer’s packaging or a wooden/metal/fiber box with a separate section for cartridges.
Must comply with all federal, state, and local laws on the possession and transportation of firearms. For details, refer to the TSA website.
The carriage of firearms to the United Kingdom requires a permit.
Passengers flying out of Brussels are not permitted to carry weapons (incl. hunting, sporting, toy, or antique rifles in checked bags.
The passenger must be an adult, i.e., 18 years or older.
Checked firearms must be collected from the Baggage Service Office after arriving at the final destination.
The following types of ammunition are prohibited:
Gun powder such as Black Powder or Pyrodex.
Ammunition with incendiary or explosive projectiles.
Ammunition exceeding 11lb/5kg (incl. case) per passenger.
Pistols and pistol accessories must be packed in one case and can include a small tool case, noise suppressors, telescopes, and up to 11lb/5kg of ammunition (incl. case).
Rifles and shotguns must be packaged as follows:
1 hard-sided case comprising not more than 4 shotguns, rifles, tools, and shooting materials.
The case must be lockable and locked, and designed to prevent the firearm from unauthorized access.
Cases that can be opened easily will not be accepted.
One hard-sided case comprising not more than 5 handguns, tools, and 1 scope.
1 sturdy container/case comprising 1 bow, quiver of arrows, and a maintenance kit.
Up to 11lb/5kg of ammunition (incl. case).
If checking in more than 1 gun case, additional charges will apply.
Skateboards
Can be carried as checked or carry-on baggage items.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
Must be packed in a bag if carried as a checked baggage item.
Skateboards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
Skateboards exceeding the baggage allowance will be subject to excess or overweight baggage fees.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or they will not be accepted.
Ski/Snowboard
Allowed as checked baggage.
1 item includes 1 ski/pole bag, 1 snowboard bag, 1 boot bag per passenger.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
If the total weight exceeds 50lb/23kg, overweight baggage fees will be charged.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or the ski/snowboard will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be charged an additional or overweight baggage fee.
Surfboards
Includes up to 2 boards per bag.
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region.
If the total weight exceeds 50lb/23kg, overweight baggage fees will be charged.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or the surfboard will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will be charged an additional or overweight baggage fee.
Surfboards exceeding 72in in length will not be accepted on Delta Connection flights, and the terms and conditions may vary.
Vaulting Poles
Vaulting poles are not permitted either as checked baggage or cargo on any Delta or Delta Connection flight.
Windsurfing Boards
Subject to standard baggage allowance that applies to the travel class and region. Windsurfing boards exceeding 50lb/23kg will be charged an overweight baggage fee.
The outside linear dimensions (L + W + H) must not exceed 292cm/115in or it will not be accepted.
Items exceeding the baggage allowance will incur additional or overweight baggage fees
Up to 2 boards are allowed per bag.
Will not be accepted on Delta Connection flights or MD-88 aircraft.
Contact Delta Reservations for more information
Special Baggage Items
Per the Delta Airlines baggage policy, special items (see below) must be declared to a Delta Gate Agent. Special Baggage items refer to:
Uniquely sized or shaped bags.
Bags containing items that require extra attention and care.
Bags that weigh more than 50lb/23kg or more than 158cm/62in in size (L + W + H).
Equipment for medical assistance, children’s articles, musical instruments, or sporting gear.
Special Baggage items include:
Items for children and infants
Child safety seats
Strollers and car seats
Other carry-on baby items such as:
Infant or booster seat
Bassinet
Breast pump with cooler bag
Bulky, fragile, and similar items
Can include valuable items such as cash, bonds, and securities, jewelry, works of art, medication, hearing aids, etc. which cannot be easily replaced.
Other examples include Christmas trees, computers, cremated remains, fragile/limited liability release items, media bags, TV sets, wines, etc.
Should not be carried in checked bags.
May require a Limited Liability Waiver.
May be carried on a paid passenger seat.
Must not exceed 100lb/45kg.
Must not obstruct access to emergency exits, aisle, or cabin.
Must not block any passenger’s view of aircraft signage, such as No Smoking, Seatbelt On/Off, etc.
Must not contain non-permissible items.
Must be capable of being secured with a seatbelt.
Must be securely packed to avoid injury to other passengers.
Must be secured on a seat (preferably) adjacent to the owner.
Wheelchairs and medical supplies
Breathing apparatus for emergency rescue services must not exceed 150lb/68kg and must be booked at least 24 hours before departure.
Wheelchairs must be booked no less than 2 days (48 hours) in advance.
Battery-operated wheelchairs must comply with carrier requirements. Before travel, you must fill out a Wheelchair Handling Form.
Medications must be carried as carry-on items.
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