Delta Air Lines Baggage Guide & Official Links

DL / DAL · United States

Purchase additional checked baggage online (pre-paid) through My Trips, via the Fly Delta app, or at the airport. Prices vary by route, cabin class, and Medallion status. First checked bag $35, second bag $45 for most domestic flights. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Official website

Updated Mar 24, 2026

See baggage rulesBuy extra baggage
OfficialApp purchase: Yes

Steps

  1. Go to https://www.delta.com and click on 'My Trips' in the navigation menu.
  2. Log in using one of the following methods:
  3. - Enter confirmation number and customer name, or
  4. - Login with your SkyMiles account credentials.
  5. Select your upcoming trip from the list.
  6. Choose 'Add Extras' or 'Add Bags' option.
  7. Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.
  8. Alternatively, use the Fly Delta mobile app (iOS/Android) to manage booking and add bags.
  9. Pre-paid purchase available until check-in opens (24 hours before departure).
  10. Airport purchase is also available at check-in counter (same pricing as online).

Prices

Charge TypePricesNotes
First checked bag (Standard)USD 35 per bag each way
  • 📐 Billing: For first standard checked bag under 50 lb (23 kg).
  • 📏 Billing: Applies to most domestic flights within the US.
  • 💳 Payment: Same pricing online and at airport.
  • 🎯 Status: Free for Delta SkyMiles Gold/Platinum/Diamond members, credit cardholders, active military, and premium cabin passengers.
Second checked bag (Standard)USD 45 per bag each way
  • 📐 Billing: For second standard checked bag under 50 lb (23 kg).
  • 📏 Billing: Applies to most domestic flights within the US.
  • 💳 Payment: Same pricing online and at airport.
  • 🎯 Status: Free for Delta SkyMiles Platinum/Diamond members, active military, and premium cabin passengers.
Third checked bagUSD 150 per bag each way
  • 📐 Billing: For third checked bag (standard weight/size).
  • 📏 Billing: Applies when exceeding first two bag allowance.
  • ⏰ Timing: Can be pre-purchased online or paid at airport.
Fourth and additional checked bagsUSD 200 per bag each way
  • 📐 Billing: For fourth and each additional checked bag.
  • 📦 Limits: Maximum 10 bags total per passenger.
  • ⏰ Timing: Can be pre-purchased online or paid at airport.
Overweight bag (51-70 lb / 23-32 kg)USD 100 per bag each way
  • 📏 Billing: For bags weighing between 51-70 lb (23-32 kg).
  • 📦 Limits: Applies in addition to standard checked bag fee.
  • 🚫 Exceptions: Some routes may have weight restrictions due to aircraft limitations.
Overweight bag (71-100 lb / 32-45 kg)USD 200 per bag each way
  • 📏 Billing: For bags weighing between 71-100 lb (32-45 kg).
  • 📦 Limits: Applies in addition to standard checked bag fee.
  • ⚠️ Exceptions: Advance approval may be required for heavy bags.
Oversized bag (over 62 linear inches / 158 cm)USD 200-400 per bag each way
  • 📏 Billing: For bags exceeding 62 linear inches (length + width + height).
  • 📦 Limits: Applies in addition to standard checked bag fee.
  • 🚫 Exceptions: Bags over 115 linear inches (292 cm) not accepted as checked baggage.
International checked bags (varies by route)USD 35-200 per bag
  • 📐 Billing: Pricing varies by international route and destination.
  • 📏 Billing: Check specific route pricing via My Trips baggage calculator.
  • 🌐 Geographic: Transatlantic, Transpacific, and other international routes have different pricing structures.
  • 💰 Pricing: Some international routes include first bag free in fare.

Notes

  • 📱 Channels: Purchase via Online (My Trips), Fly Delta App, or at the airport check-in counter.
  • 📏 Billing: Standard checked bags - 50 lb (23 kg) maximum weight.
  • 📏 Billing: Oversize bags - 62 linear inches (158 cm) maximum dimensions.
  • 💰 Pricing: First bag $35, second bag $45 for most domestic flights (each way).
  • 💰 Pricing: Third bag $150, fourth+ bags $200 each.
  • ⏰ Timing: Online pre-purchase available until check-in opens (24 hours before departure).
  • 📦 Limits: Maximum 10 bags total per passenger.
  • 📦 Limits: Maximum weight 50 lb (23 kg) for standard bags.
  • 📦 Limits: Bags 51-70 lb incur $100 overweight fee.
  • 📦 Limits: Bags 71-100 lb incur $200 overweight fee.
  • 📦 Limits: Bags over 100 lb (45 kg) not accepted as checked baggage.
  • 🚫 Exceptions: Bags exceeding 115 linear inches (292 cm) not accepted.
  • 🚫 Exceptions: Active military personnel get waived baggage fees.
  • 🎯 Status: Delta SkyMiles Medallion members get free checked bags based on tier.
  • 🎯 Status: Delta credit cardholders get first checked bag free.
  • 💳 Payment: Credit/debit card payment options available.
  • 💳 Payment: Fees charged in USD for US departures, local currency for international.
  • 🌐 Geographic: Pricing varies for international flights, Transatlantic, and Transpacific routes.

Related airlines

Explore more airline baggage pages to compare rules, fees, and official service links.

Alaska AirlinesAllegiant AirAmerican AirlinesBreeze AirwaysHawaiian AirlinesjetBlue Airways