Delta Air Lines is a major US-based international airline, and one of the oldest existing airlines in the world having been founded back in 1925. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with eight other major hubs across the US. The airline flies to more than 300 destinations across 52 countries. Delta offers two tiers of first/business class cabins—First Class on short-haul and domestic flights, and Delta One on long-haul international trips. Both of these fares and services consistently receive rave reviews from customers, and its SkyMiles program offers one of the best ways for both domestic and international fliers alike to gain rack up air miles and rewards.
October 01, 2022
Delta’s main hub is Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Its convenient location provides easy access to South America and the Caribbean, helping the airline fly to over 300 locations across six continents. Despite its broad reach, the most popular destinations are in the U.S and include New York, Boston, Tampa and Los Angeles. Delta Air Lines' fleet consists of a range of 800 aircraft, which conduct around 5,400 daily flights. Delta’s secondary hubs are Seattle/Tacoma, Boston, Los Angeles, New York JFK, New York, LaGuardia, Detroit, Salt Lake City and Minneapolis/St. Paul.
All airlines these days have some form of frequent flyer programme and Delta is no exception with the SkyMiles loyalty scheme, allowing repeat customers to receive something back.
Passengers acquire points by spending money with Delta and their partner airlines, eating at selected restaurants and booking certain hotels. They can also be earned by shopping, as long as you use one of Delta’s many credit cards.
While many options are available, such as upgrades or experiences, using your miles for airfare generally represents the best value for money.
Building enough points means enrollment into the SkyMiles Medallion programme. Through this, Customers can take advantage of additional perks without using their miles. These range from earning extra points with every dollar spent, to complimentary first-class upgrades and waived baggage fees.
Delta Air Lines have six different fares available, with one carry-on and one personal item allowed for all types.
Basic Economy
No seat selection
No flight changes
Seats in the main cabin
Last passengers to board
Checked-in bags cost $30+
No qualification for elite upgrades
No miles earned
Main Cabin
Seat selection available
Changes available
Miles earned
Second to last boarding
Checked-in bags cost $30+
Qualify for elite upgrades
Miles earned
In-flight entertainment
Delta Comfort+
Seat selection available
Changes available
Miles earned
Checked-in bags cost $30+
Qualify for elite upgrades
Miles earned
In-flight entertainment
Dedicated overhead bin
Extra legroom
Travel pack
Complimentary snacks and alcoholic beverages
Premium Select
Seat selection available
Changes available
Miles earned
Speedy boarding
Two free checked-in bags
Qualify for elite upgrades
Miles earned
Dedicated overhead bin
Extra legroom
Complimentary snacks and alcoholic beverages
More seat reclination
Larger in flight entertainment screen
First Class (short-haul or domestic flights only)
Seat selection available
Changes available
Miles earned
Second to board the plane
Two free checked-in bags
Qualify for elite upgrades
Miles earned
Dedicated overhead bin
Bigger and more comfortable seats than in the main cabin
Complimentary snacks, alcoholic beverages and meals
More seat reclination
Larger in flight entertainment screen
Delta One
Seat selection available
Changes available
Miles earned
First to board plane
Two free checked-in bags (Up to 70 pounds)
Qualify for elite upgrades
Miles earned
Dedicated overhead bin
Lie down seats and more personal space
Complimentary snacks, alcoholic beverages and multi-course meals
All passengers are allowed to bring a personal item and a carry-on bag. Anyone in the main cabin who wants to check in a bag can do so at the standard rate.
Complimentary bags
Medallion or Skymiles American Express Card members can check in one bag for free.
Delta Air Lines first-class, premium, and Delta One passengers can check in two bags free of charge.
Standard checked-in bag prices
Bag 1 - $30
Bag 2+- $40
Total bags
Passengers can check in ten bags for flights with Delta Air Lines or any of their partners. This is limited to four for Delta Connection.
Overweight bags
Checked-in bags over 50lbs are liable for overweight bag fees. These vary depending on destination, with the ranges listed below.
Between 51 and 70lbs - Between $100-$150
Between 70 and 100lbs - Between $200-$300 (sometimes not allowed depending on flight)
Oversized bags
Checked-in bags that are over 62 linear inches are liable for oversized baggage fees. These vary depending on destination, with the ranges listed below.
Between 63-80 inches - $100-$300
Bags over 80 linear inches are not permitted on any flights
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