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Delta Air Lines Baggage Allowance
The exact Delta Air Lines cabin bag size, checked baggage allowance by fare brand and excess baggage fees — copied from the official Delta Air Lines baggage policy and checked on 30 October 2026.
Policy checked: 30 October 2026 · Source: official Delta Air Lines website (link below)
Delta Air Lines baggage allowance at a glance
Cabin: 1 carry-on bag free; max 22 x 14 x 9 in (56 x 35 x 23 cm) per dimension and combined length+width+height must not exceed 45 linear inches (114 cm), including handles/wheels
· Personal item: 1 personal item free, must fit underneath the seat in front of you (e.g. purse, briefcase, small backpack, laptop bag, diaper bag); no exact dimensions published on official carry-on page
Checked (Standard (Delta Main / Comfort / Premium Select)): 1st bag $45 USD, 2nd bag $55 USD each way for a standard bag under 50 lbs (23 kg) and max 62 inches (157 cm) total; 2nd-bag $55 figure displayed on current checked baggage page, 1st-bag increase to $45 documented on official previous-fees page effective April 8, 2026
How Delta Air Lines counts your baggage
Delta Air Lines uses the piece concept: your allowance is counted in bags (pieces), and each piece has its own weight and size limit. Two lighter bags are not automatically the same as one heavier bag — check the per-piece limit in the table below.
Delta Air Lines cabin baggage allowance
| Personal item | 1 personal item free, must fit underneath the seat in front of you (e.g. purse, briefcase, small backpack, laptop bag, diaper bag); no exact dimensions published on official carry-on page |
| Cabin bag | 1 carry-on bag free; max 22 x 14 x 9 in (56 x 35 x 23 cm) per dimension and combined length+width+height must not exceed 45 linear inches (114 cm), including handles/wheels |
| Notes | Carry-on size limits do not apply to small musical instruments that fit in overhead or under-seat space. Delta Connection flights with 50 seats or less: personal items only in cabin. |
Delta Air Lines checked baggage allowance by fare
| Fare / class | Checked baggage allowance |
|---|---|
| Standard (Delta Main / Comfort / Premium Select) | 1st bag $45 USD, 2nd bag $55 USD each way for a standard bag under 50 lbs (23 kg) and max 62 inches (157 cm) total; 2nd-bag $55 figure displayed on current checked baggage page, 1st-bag increase to $45 documented on official previous-fees page effective April 8, 2026 |
| Delta One / Delta First | Weight limit at no extra charge is 70 lb per piece (vs 50 lb standard) |
| Medallion Members / eligible Delta SkyMiles Amex Card Members | First standard checked bag free; eligible Basic Card Members can also check second standard bag free on domestic Delta flights |
Standard checked bag: max 62 inches (157 cm) length+width+height; 50 lb (23 kg) limit for Delta Main, Comfort and Premium Select; 70 lb for Delta One and Delta First. Fees can be paid during 24-hour check-in on delta.com, Fly Delta app or kiosk; miles payment available at most domestic airports for standard bags only.
Excess and extra baggage fees
| Overweight bags | 51-70 lbs (23-31.75 kg): $100 USD/CAD; 71 to under 100 lbs (32-45.36 kg): $200 USD/CAD; bags 100 lbs (45.36 kg) or more not permitted (within U.S.) |
| Extra bags | 3rd checked bag $200 USD; bags 4 to 10 $200 USD each (within U.S.); up to 10 bags per passenger on Delta/Delta Shuttle, up to 4 on Delta Connection |
| Prepaid online vs airport | Not stated as a prepaid discount on official pages read; oversized bag 63-80 in (161-203 cm): $200 USD/CAD, bags larger than 80 in not permitted; separate fees apply for each limit exceeded (size, weight, quantity) |
| Currency | USD |
Special items on Delta Air Lines
Sports equipment
Special-items requirements cover items such as golf bags and ski equipment (linked from official excess baggage page)
Musical instruments
Small musical instruments that fit in overhead or under-seat space are exempt from carry-on size measurements
Infants & strollers
Infant in arms free on flights in the U.S. & Canada; 10% of adult fare on international flights
Pets
Small dogs, cats and household birds (U.S. only) may travel in cabin in an approved carrier for a fee
Wheelchairs & mobility aids
Strollers, wheelchairs, child safety seats and assistive devices such as crutches may be carried in addition to carry-on and personal item
Frequently asked questions
What is the cabin baggage allowance on Delta Air Lines?
Cabin bag: 1 carry-on bag free; max 22 x 14 x 9 in (56 x 35 x 23 cm) per dimension and combined length+width+height must not exceed 45 linear inches (114 cm), including handles/wheels Personal item: 1 personal item free, must fit underneath the seat in front of you (e.g. purse, briefcase, small backpack, laptop bag, diaper bag); no exact dimensions published on official carry-on page Carry-on size limits do not apply to small musical instruments that fit in overhead or under-seat space. Delta Connection flights with 50 seats or less: personal items only in cabin.
How much checked baggage is included on Delta Air Lines?
Standard (Delta Main / Comfort / Premium Select): 1st bag $45 USD, 2nd bag $55 USD each way for a standard bag under 50 lbs (23 kg) and max 62 inches (157 cm) total; 2nd-bag $55 figure displayed on current checked baggage page, 1st-bag increase to $45 documented on official previous-fees page effective April 8, 2026; Delta One / Delta First: Weight limit at no extra charge is 70 lb per piece (vs 50 lb standard); Medallion Members / eligible Delta SkyMiles Amex Card Members: First standard checked bag free; eligible Basic Card Members can also check second standard bag free on domestic Delta flights Standard checked bag: max 62 inches (157 cm) length+width+height; 50 lb (23 kg) limit for Delta Main, Comfort and Premium Select; 70 lb for Delta One and Delta First. Fees can be paid during 24-hour check-in on delta.com, Fly Delta app or kiosk; miles payment available at most domestic airports for standard bags only.
What happens if my bag is overweight on Delta Air Lines?
51-70 lbs (23-31.75 kg): $100 USD/CAD; 71 to under 100 lbs (32-45.36 kg): $200 USD/CAD; bags 100 lbs (45.36 kg) or more not permitted (within U.S.)
Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online with Delta Air Lines?
Not stated as a prepaid discount on official pages read; oversized bag 63-80 in (161-203 cm): $200 USD/CAD, bags larger than 80 in not permitted; separate fees apply for each limit exceeded (size, weight, quantity)
Policy checked: 30 October 2026. Airlines change allowances and fees — confirm on the official page before you travel.
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