Delta Air Lines Carry-On Size & Baggage Allowance
Delta Air Lines allows one carry-on bag up to 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 35 × 23 cm). It sets no weight limit for it, so the bag only has to fit the sizer and the overhead bin. Checked on 9 October 2026 against Delta Air Lines' own policy; use the size checker to see whether your own bag fits.
What is carry-on, personal item and checked baggage?
Baggage allowance for Delta Air Lines · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
A handbag, laptop bag or small backpack that fits under the seat in front of you.
One cabin bag per passenger. Measured with wheels and handles included.
Delta standard checked bags are limited to 62 linear inches (about 157 cm). Main/Comfort standard bags are 23 kg; eligible First/Delta One bags may be 32 kg.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Delta Air Lines · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Excess & Oversize Fees
Charges are usually lower when paid online before travel than at the airport.
Good to Know
Will your bag fit Delta Air Lines?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for Delta Air LinesThe three baggage types, explained
Airlines split what you travel with into three allowances. Each has its own size and weight limit, and the one you exceed decides what you pay.
The small bag that goes under the seat in front of you — handbag, laptop bag or small backpack. Usually free and rarely weighed.
The wheeled case you take into the cabin and store in the overhead bin. Sized at the gate, and weighed by many airlines.
The large suitcase you hand over at the desk and collect at your destination. Charged by bag, with strict weight limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a cabin bag free on Delta Air Lines?
Yes, according to Delta Air Lines' published policy: one cabin bag up to 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 35 × 23 cm). Basic fares and flights operated by partner airlines can differ, so check the allowance on your booking.
What happens if my bag doesn't fit Delta Air Lines' sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate, and depending on your fare Delta Air Lines can charge for it. Adding a bag online before you fly is usually cheaper. The current amounts are on Delta Air Lines' own fees page. Delta Air Lines baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Delta Air Lines cabin bag?
Yes. Delta Air Lines allows a personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag as long as it fits under the seat in front of you; it publishes no exact size.
Compare with other airlines
Baggage limits differ sharply between carriers — these are the ones travellers most often weigh against Delta Air Lines.
