Airline baggage guide
Delta Baggage Allowance: Carry-on & Checked Bags
Official personal-item, carry-on and checked-baggage limits.
Last checked · Sep 2026
Personal item
All cabins
No weight limit published
One personal item that fits under the seat; no fixed dimensions or general weight limit are published.
Cabin bag
All cabins
No weight limit published
56 × 35 × 23 cm
One carry-on up to 56 × 35 × 23 cm; Delta publishes no general weight limit.
Checked bag
Economy
Per bag 23 kg
Linear total 157 cm
Standard bag limit is 23 kg and 157 cm; free piece count and fees depend on fare, route and status.
Checked bag
Premium Economy
Per bag 23 kg
Linear total 157 cm
Standard bag limit is 23 kg and 157 cm; free piece count and fees depend on fare, route and status.
Checked bag
Business
Per bag 32 kg
Linear total 157 cm
Standard bag limit is 32 kg and 157 cm; free piece count and fees depend on fare, route and status.
Checked bag
First
Per bag 32 kg
Linear total 157 cm
Standard bag limit is 32 kg and 157 cm; free piece count and fees depend on fare, route and status.
Confirm these before booking
- • The operating carrier and route shown on the ticket
- • Whether your selected Basic, Light or other fare includes free bags
- • The smallest cabin-bag limit on a connection
Frequently asked questions
How do I check Delta's carry-on size and weight limit?
Start with the carry-on entry for your cabin and route on this page. Your ticketed fare, route and operating carrier can change the allowance, so confirm it in your booking and on the airline’s official page before departure.
Is checked baggage free on Delta?
Free checked baggage depends on fare, route, status and ticket conditions. This guide shows published size and weight rules; confirm included pieces and fees in your booking.
Which baggage rule applies on a Delta codeshare flight?
Codeshare rules can depend on the operating carrier and route. Check the operating airline shown on the ticket and use the smallest limit across your connections.