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United States

Delta Air LinesDL

IATA Code

DL

ICAO Code

DAL

Routes

1,981

About

Delta Air Lines is the oldest operating US airline (founded 1929) and one of the world's largest by passengers carried and fleet size. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta operates over 4,000 daily flights to 275+ destinations across 6 continents.

As a founding member of SkyTeam alliance, Delta provides global connectivity through partners including Air France-KLM, Korean Air, Aeromexico, and Virgin Atlantic (49% owned).

Delta is consistently ranked highest among US carriers for customer satisfaction, on-time performance, and operational reliability.

Hubs & Focus Cities

Airports where Delta Air Lines operates 5+ routes

+67 more hub airports

Network

351 airports served

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+301 more airports

Observed Flights

Callsigns tracked for Delta Air Lines (DAL) - 475 unique callsigns observed

Callsigns with confirmed departure and arrival airports

Baggage Policy

Carry-On Allowance

Personal Item (free on all fares):

  • Dimensions: 18" x 14" x 10" (46 x 36 x 25 cm)
  • Must fit under seat in front of you

Cabin Bag (overhead bin):

  • Dimensions: 22" x 14" x 9" (56 x 36 x 23 cm) including handles/wheels
  • Included on ALL fares including Basic Economy (unlike AA/UA)
Fare Class Personal Item Cabin Bag
Basic Economy ✓ Free ✓ Free
Main Cabin ✓ Free ✓ Free
Delta Comfort+ ✓ Free ✓ Free
First/Delta One ✓ Free ✓ Free

Checked Baggage

Standard Size: 62 linear inches / 158 cm maximum (L + W + H)

Domestic:

Fare 1st Bag 2nd Bag Weight Limit
Basic Economy $35 $45 50 lbs (23 kg)
Main Cabin $35 $45 50 lbs (23 kg)
Comfort+ $35 $45 50 lbs (23 kg)
First Class Free $45 70 lbs (32 kg)

Transatlantic:

Fare Bags Included Weight Limit
Economy 1 bag 50 lbs (23 kg)
Premium Select 2 bags 50 lbs each
Delta One 2 bags 70 lbs (32 kg) each

Transpacific:

Fare Bags Included Weight Limit
Economy 2 bags 50 lbs (23 kg) each
Premium Select 2 bags 50 lbs each
Delta One 2 bags 70 lbs (32 kg) each

Overweight & Oversized

Weight Fee
51-70 lbs (24-32 kg) $100
71-100 lbs (33-45 kg) $200
Size Fee
63-80 linear in $150
81-115 linear in $200

Elite Status Benefits

Status Free Bags (Domestic)
Silver Medallion 1 bag
Gold Medallion 2 bags
Platinum Medallion 2 bags
Diamond Medallion 3 bags

Delta SkyMiles Amex cardholders: First checked bag free on domestic for cardholder + up to 8 companions on same reservation.

Special Items

Item Fee Notes
Golf clubs Standard Counts as 1 checked bag
Skis/Snowboard Standard Oversize fee waived
Bicycle $150 Must be boxed
Car seat Free Gate-check available
Stroller Free Gate-check available
CPAP machine Free Doesn't count toward limit

In-Flight Experience

Delta One (International/Transcontinental):

  • Lie-flat suites with doors on A350 and refreshed 767
  • Delta One Lounges at JFK, LAX, MSP, SEA, BOS
  • Chef-curated dining, pre-departure drinks
  • Tumi amenity kits, custom bedding

Premium Select (International):

  • 38" pitch, 18.5" width, footrest and leg rest
  • Dedicated cabin between Delta One and Main
  • Enhanced meals with wine pairings
  • Amenity kit, noise-reducing headphones

First Class (Domestic):

  • 37-39" pitch recliner seats
  • Complimentary meals and premium drinks
  • Priority boarding, dedicated bins

Delta Comfort+:

  • 34" pitch (3-4" extra legroom)
  • Dedicated overhead bins
  • Premium snacks and drinks included
  • Priority boarding

Main Cabin:

  • 31-32" pitch
  • Free snacks and soft drinks
  • Complimentary beer/wine on longer flights
  • Seat-back screens or streaming via Delta app
  • Free texting (iMessage, WhatsApp, FB Messenger) on WiFi-equipped flights

Basic Economy:

  • Same seat as Main Cabin
  • Carry-on bag INCLUDED (unlike AA/UA)
  • No seat selection until check-in, boards last
  • No upgrades or same-day changes