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Delta Carry-On Allowance:
Delta’s carry-on allowance permits passengers to bring on board one cabin bag, plus one personal item, free of charge. Bags must not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 35 x 23 cm).There is no weight restriction on the majority of routes.
Certain additional items are exempt from Delta's carry-on baggage allowance and may also be brought into the cabin, such as an umbrella, a seat restraint or a pushchair.
On Delta Connection flights with 50 seats or less, passengers may only bring personal items on board as carry on, due to restricted storage space. Other carry on bags can be checked in at the gate, free of charge.
Delta Carry On and Musical Instruments
Small musical instruments can be brought on board as part of your carry-on allowance, provided they fit under the seat in front or in the overhead locker. Larger items that are too fragile to check can be placed in their own seat, which the passenger must pay for. The seat must have a bulkhead or divider in front of the compartment. These items must not exceed 165 lbs (75 kgs).
Delta Carry On and Bringing Pets on Board
Dogs, cats and household birds (birds are only allowed on domestic US flights) can be carried on board for $95 one way to/ from most destinations within the US/ US Virgin Islands/ Canada or Puerto Rico. The fee is $200 for travel outside the US, and $75 for travel to/ from Brazil.
The pet must fit comfortably within a carrier that, in turn, fits under the seat in front. The carrier counts as one piece of Delta carry-on luggage.
Delta Carry On and Prohibited Items
Items that are not permitted in your cabin baggage include:
Hoverboards,
Samsung Galaxy Note 7,
Fireworks,
Bleach,
Firearms.
Delta Checked Baggage Fees and Allowances:
Passengers in the main cabin may check bags weighing max 50 lbs (23 kg) and measuring 62 inches(157 cm) in total dimensions. For travel within the US and Canada, the fee is $30 for the first bag and $40 for the second bag.
For travel between the US/ Canada to / from Europe/ North Africa, Basic Economypassengers must pay $60 for the first checked bag and $100 for the second checked bag. The first checked bag is typically free forstandard Economy passengers.
The number and size of checked bags permitted by Delta’s baggage allowance vary according to route traveled and the passenger’s fare type.
Delta Excess Baggage Fees
If a bag exceeds the size/ weight or quantity of bags permitted by Delta’s baggage allowance, excess fees will be charged. Fees apply to each limitation. This means that if an extra piece of baggage exceeds the weight and size limits, the passenger will have to pay three fees: one for the extra bag, one for going over the weight limit and one for exceeding the size restriction. The fees charged, once again, vary according to the route traveled.
Delta Checked Baggage and Extra Bags
For extra bags checked onto a flight within the US(incl. the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico), the fee is $150, one way, for the first extra bag (the 3rd bag in total), or $200 for each additional bag after that.
For travel between North/South/Central America and Europe or North Africa, the charge is $285 each for bags number 3 – 10.
Passengers are permitted to check up to a maximum of 10 bags on flights operated by Delta and up to 4 on Delta Connection flights.
Delta Checked Baggage and Overweight Bags
According to Delta’s checked baggage allowance rules, overweight bags incur fees that differ depending on the route travelled. For flights within the US/ Canada, the fee is $100for bags weighing between 51-70 lbsor $200 for bags between 71-100 lbs. Bags over 100 lbs (45 kg) are not allowed.
For flights between the US and Europe, the fee is $100 for bags weighing between 51-70 lbs. Bags over 70 lbs are not permitted.
Delta Checked Baggage and Oversized Bags
Oversized bags also incur different costs depending on the route travelled. For travel within the US/ Canada,the charge is $200 for a bag between 63-80 inches (161-203 cm) in total dimensions.
For travel between the US and Europe,the fee is $300for bags with total dimensions between 63-80 inches (161-203 cm).
Bags larger than 80 inches (203 cm) are not allowed in the hold.
Delta Golf Clubs, etc
Exceptional items like sports equipment can be viewed as standard hold luggage if they are small enough. One golf bag can be accepted as a normal item of checked luggage. Fees apply to some items. For example, it costs $150 to check a bike into the hold.
Musical instruments may be checked into the hold, providing they don’t exceed 115 in (292 cm) in total dimensions or 100 lbs (45 kg) in weight.
Information correct as of 07/03/2023.
Delta News
23/06/2020:Delta Resumes Flights from U.S. to China
On June 25, Delta will become the first U.S. carrier to resume flights to China since the temporary suspension in February in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
15/04/2020:US Government Agree on £25bn Bailout Package for Airlines
The US government agree on a $25bn bailout package for the struggling airline industry in the wake of COVID-19.
The following airlines are expected benefit from the bailout package: Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, United, SkyWest and Southwest.
As an avid traveler and logistics enthusiast with a comprehensive understanding of airline policies and baggage handling, I can confidently provide insights into the concepts covered in the article about Delta's baggage allowance and related information.
Delta Carry-On Allowance: Delta allows passengers to bring one cabin bag and one personal item free of charge. The dimensions for the cabin bag must not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 35 x 23 cm), with no weight restriction on most routes. Additional items such as umbrellas, seat restraints, or pushchairs are exempt from the carry-on allowance. On Delta Connection flights with 50 seats or less, passengers are limited to personal items due to restricted storage space.
Delta Carry On and Musical Instruments: Small musical instruments can be part of the carry-on allowance if they fit under the seat or in the overhead locker. Larger, fragile instruments can have their own seat, but the passenger must pay for it. The weight limit for such items is 165 lbs (75 kgs).
Delta Carry On and Bringing Pets on Board: Dogs, cats, and household birds can be carried on board for a fee, and they must fit comfortably in a carrier under the seat. The fee varies depending on the destination.
Delta Carry On and Prohibited Items: Certain items are not allowed in cabin baggage, including hoverboards, Samsung Galaxy Note 7, fireworks, bleach, and firearms.
Delta Checked Baggage Fees and Allowances: Checked bags in the main cabin have a maximum weight of 50 lbs (23 kg) and total dimensions of 62 inches (157 cm). Fees for checked bags vary based on the route, with additional charges for excess bags, overweight bags, and oversized bags.
Delta Excess Baggage Fees: Excess fees apply if a bag exceeds size, weight, or quantity limits, with charges for each limitation. Fees vary depending on the route traveled.
Delta Checked Baggage and Extra Bags: Additional fees apply for extra bags checked, with different charges for domestic and international flights. The number of bags permitted varies by route and fare type.
Delta Checked Baggage and Overweight Bags: Overweight bags incur fees based on the route, ranging from $100 to $200 for bags between 51-100 lbs.
Delta Checked Baggage and Oversized Bags: Oversized bags have different fees depending on the route, ranging from $200 to $300. Bags larger than 80 inches (203 cm) are not allowed in the hold.
Delta Golf Clubs, etc.: Special items like sports equipment, including golf clubs, may be considered standard hold luggage if they meet size requirements. Fees apply to certain items, such as $150 for checking a bike.
Delta News: The provided news updates include information on Delta resuming flights to China after a temporary suspension due to COVID-19 and a $25 billion bailout package for the U.S. airline industry, benefitting various airlines, including Delta.
Please note that this information is accurate as of 07/03/2023.
