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Delta Air Lines — Carry-on rules & baggage fees
Complete baggage policy, carry-on dimensions, fees and pet rules for Delta Air Lines. Always confirm directly with the airline before flying.
Carry-on baggage
Included in fare
✅ Yes
Max size
56 × 35 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)
Max weight
No weight limit (US domestic & most international)
Personal item
Free, must fit under seat
Checked baggage
Allowance
1st bag ~$35, 2nd ~$45 (free in Comfort+/First or with status)
Fees / notes
Basic Economy: no overhead carry-on on some routes — personal item only.
Generous carry-on rules. Free checked bags for Delta SkyMiles credit card holders.
Pet policy
In cabin
Allowed ✅
As cargo
Not allowed ❌
Cabin limit
Soft carrier ~43 × 30 × 19 cm (17 × 12 × 7 in)
Fee
$95 one-way US, $200 international
Cabin: small dogs, cats, household birds. NOT allowed to UK, Australia, NZ, Hawaii, Iceland. Pet must stay in carrier the entire flight.
⚠️ Airline policies change frequently. This page is based on each carrier's published baggage policy; always verify the latest fees + rules directly with Delta Air Lines before flying.
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