Domestic Delta Air Lines Baggage FeesFor most domestic flights as well as U.S. flights to the Caribbean, you'll pay $30 for your first checked bag and $40 for your second bag. This fee is per bag, per direction, regardless of what class you're flying.
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One free checked bag within the U.S. and Canada. One free checked bag in addition to the standard allowance on international flights.
Checked BagsInternational flights in the US and European Union set a maximum weight of 70 lbs for checked luggage, although you may have to pay fees if you exceed the 50 lb limit guideline.
It's generally cheaper to add baggage during booking because most carriers increase the price later. Depending on your service package, we might also charge a processing fee for additional services added later.
Far from being an act of generosity towards travelers, Delta is testing giving free checked bags in the hopes that it will help speed up the boarding process.
Southwest Checked Baggage AllowanceAll checked bags must adhere to a max weight of 50 pounds (23 kg) and must adhere to max linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm). Southwest is the only airline that provides 2 FREE CHECKED BAGS for all fares.
Southwest charges absolutely no bag fees. American, Alaska, Delta and Hawaiian charge $30 for a checked bag, while JetBlue and United charge $35 for the same. Low-cost airlines Spirit and Frontier separate from the pack here, as they charge customers for all overhead carry-on items.
The Delta Basic Economy baggage policy is almost identical to any standard economy fare: You get a carry-on bag and personal item for free and pay $30 each way for a checked bag (or $60 each way to Europe).
Basic Economy, Main Cabin, and Delta Comfort: 2 free bags (50 pounds (23 kg) each) Delta Premium Select: 3 free bags (50 pounds (23 kg) each) First Class and Delta One: 3 free bags (70 pounds (32 kg) each) Your bags can be 62 inches (total length + width + height)
For most airports, you must be checked in at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time (airports requiring additional time are listed below, Go to footer note). Additionally, you're required to be at the gate and ready to board 15 minutes before scheduled departure.