Your Delta Flight: What to Know

Get ready for your journey with Delta Air Lines! We’re here to provide all the essential details about your flight, making sure you’re well-informed and prepared for your trip.

Let’s talk about the basics. All fares listed on delta.com are based on real-time pricing and are subject to availability. Keep in mind, these prices can fluctuate, so it’s wise to book your tickets as soon as possible!

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Earning Miles with SkyMiles

Join the SkyMiles program and earn miles on most Delta flights. It’s a great way to rack up points for future trips! However, tickets purchased under the Basic Economy option don’t earn miles, nor do they contribute to Medallion Status.

Ready to learn more about the SkyMiles program? Our Membership Guide & Program Rules has all the details about earning miles, redeeming points, and the awesome travel benefits you can enjoy.

Understanding Basic Economy

If you’re on a budget, Basic Economy fares offer an affordable option. But, there are a few things to know:

Basic Economy tickets are non-refundable and can’t be changed. So, make sure you’ve got the right dates and destination locked in before purchasing!
You won’t get a pre-assigned seat until you check in.
No upgrades are available, even if you’re willing to pay.

Don’t worry, you’re not in the dark. All the specifics about Basic Economy can be found in our Basic Economy rules section.

Your Seat and Onboard Experience

The comfort and amenities on board vary depending on the aircraft type and size. Curious about the specific features on your flight? Check out our seat products and Onboard Experience page to get a glimpse of your journey.

Baggage Fees

Let’s be transparent about baggage fees.

Domestic travel within the United States (including Puerto Rico) incurs a $35 USD fee for the first checked bag and $45 USD for the second.
Flights between the United States and Canada follow the same fee structure.
Travel between the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Central America (excluding El Salvador and Panama), Caribbean, Guyana, or Bermuda also has a $35 USD fee for the first checked bag and $45 USD for the second.

Note that fees can vary depending on your destination.

Travel between the United States and specific locations in the Bahamas (North Eleuthera, Exuma, and Marsh Harbour) has a $35 USD fee for the first checked bag and $60 USD for the second.
Flights between the United States and Mexico maintain the standard $35 USD for the first checked bag and $45 USD for the second.
For travel between the United States and El Salvador or Panama, there’s a $35 USD fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only), and $45 USD for the second.
Flights between the United States and Ecuador or Colombia come with a $45 USD fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only), and $100 USD for the second.
Travel between the United States and Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Peru, or Uruguay incurs a $70 USD fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only) and $100 USD for the second.
For travel between the United States and South America (excluding Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay) on a Basic Economy fare, there’s a $60 USD fee for the first checked bag and $100 USD for the second.
If you’re traveling between the United States and South America (excluding Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay) on a Main Cabin fare, there’s no fee for the first checked bag and $60 USD for the second.
Flights between the United States and Europe have a $75 USD fee or 70 EUR fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only) and $100 USD fee or 85 EUR fee for the second checked bag.
Travel between the United States and Africa (excluding Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia), the Middle East, or India comes with no fee for the first checked bag and $100 USD fee for the second (Basic Economy only).
For travel from the United States to Algeria, Morocco, or Tunisia, there’s a $75 USD fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only) and $100 USD for the second.
Travel from Algeria, Morocco, or Tunisia to the United States incurs no fee for the first checked bag and $100 USD fee or 85 EUR fee for the second.
Flights between the United States and Israel have a $60 USD fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only) and $100 USD for the second.
Travel between the United States and Asia (excluding Australia, New Zealand, China, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea) comes with no fee for the first checked bag and $100 USD for the second (Basic Economy only).
Flights between the United States and Australia, New Zealand, China, Fiji, or Papua New Guinea have no fee for the first checked bag and $100 USD for the second.
For travel between the United States and French Polynesia, there’s a $60 USD fee or 50 EUR fee for the first checked bag (Basic Economy only) and $100 USD fee or 85 EUR fee for the second checked bag.

Make sure your bags meet size and weight limits! For details, get in touch with a Delta agent or check out our Excess Baggage page.

SkyMiles Award Travel

Want to use your miles for a fantastic trip? Award Travel is a great way to redeem your hard-earned points. However, remember that Award Travel is subject to taxes, fees, and carrier-imposed charges. These costs are your responsibility and must be paid when you book your ticket.

Award Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights or in all markets. So, be flexible with your dates and destinations!

For Main Cabin and above Award Travel tickets, you can change or cancel your flights without a redeposit or change fee if your travel originates from the United States or Canada.

For the full details on Award Travel, visit our Travel With Miles page.

Making Changes or Cancelling Your Flight

Delta’s cancellation policy governs refunds.

Tickets are non-refundable unless they fall under Delta’s cancellation policy.

Basic Economy tickets and tickets for travel originating outside the United States and Canada have fees associated with changes and cancellations.

Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Learn more about all change and cancellation fees on our Change or Cancel Overview page.

Sharing Your Delta Adventures

Want to share your travel stories? Tag your photos with #SkyMilesLife and grant Delta Air Lines a royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to display, reproduce, and create derivative works.

For the complete terms and conditions, head to delta.com/skymileslife.