Low Fare with Restrictions. Save with Basic Economy, but please remember refunds and upgrades are not available at any time. Basic Economy is best for those traveling by themselves with firm travel plans.
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Eligible to Purchase UpgradesWith Main Cabin, you are eligible to earn miles for your flight and earn toward Medallion Status®. You may also purchase upgrades to Preferred Seats and premium cabin experiences.
The cheapest way to get a business or first-class ticket is to buy an economy ticket then buy an upgrade. You can either do this immediately after booking or look for last-minute upgrades as your travel date approaches. The price for premium cabin fares decreases as you get closer to departure.
Only itineraries that are wholly operated by Delta or Delta Connection are eligible for post-purchase upgrades at this time. Additionally, Basic Economy tickets are not eligible for upgrades.
Additionally, basic economy passengers are the last to board a Delta aircraft and aren't eligible for upgrades. Main cabin passengers can choose their seats, change or cancel a ticket at no extra cost, earn flight rewards and board the plane before basic economy passengers.
For all fare classes, except Basic Economy, you will be able to pick your seat or change your seat assignment. If you have a Basic Economy ticket, you're able to purchase a seat assignment during booking and up until check-in opens. Learn more about Basic Economy restrictions.
Basic Economy tickets cannot be changed in most cases; however, you may be able to cancel minus a cancellation charge as outlined below, and apply the remaining value, issued as an eCredit, toward a future Delta ticket.
Basic Economy fare tickets cannot be changed*. However, you have up to 24 hours from the time you first buy your ticket to cancel and get a refund if you booked at least 2 days before departure. After 24 hours, refunds are not allowed.