Delta Air Lines is a US airline headquartered in Atlanta and a founding member of SkyTeam. This guide covers its hubs, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, lounges, SkyMiles and airport transportation.
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Delta Air Lines, Inc.
DELTA
United States
1925 (passenger flights from 1929)
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
SkyTeam (founding member)
SkyMiles
Delta Sky Club
Delta Air Lines is a major US airline headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Its origins go back to 1925, and it began passenger operations in 1929. Delta is a member of the SkyTeam alliance.
Delta operates a network of hub airports across the United States, including Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, Los Angeles, Minneapolis–St. Paul, New York–JFK, New York–LaGuardia, Salt Lake City and Seattle.
Network
Delta operates a global network structured around its US hubs.
Routes and frequencies vary by season, demand and operational requirements. Some itineraries carrying a DL flight number are operated by Delta Connection partners or by SkyTeam and joint-venture partners such as Aeroméxico, Air France and KLM. Check the “operated by” line when booking to identify the operating carrier and the rules that apply.
United States
An extensive domestic network linking the hubs with large and regional US airports, including Hawaii and Alaska.
Canada
Major Canadian cities, with additional connections through partner WestJet.
Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean
Beach and business destinations such as Cancún, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta, coordinated with Aeroméxico on many routes.
South America
Principal gateways including São Paulo, Buenos Aires, Santiago, Lima and Bogotá.
Europe, Africa and the Middle East
Transatlantic routes coordinated with Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic, plus selected African and Middle Eastern cities.
Asia-Pacific
Gateways in Japan, Korea, China and Australia, with Korean Air as a key partner.
Aircraft
Delta’s fleet is a mix of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, with regional jets flown by Delta Connection partners. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.
Airbus
The A220, the A320 family (including the A321neo), the A330 and the A350.
Boeing
The 717, 737, 757 and 767 families.
Delta Connection
Regional jets on shorter routes, operated by Delta Connection partners.
On board
Cabins and seat products vary by aircraft and route. Not every aircraft offers every cabin.
Delta One
Delta’s premium cabin on long-haul and selected transcontinental flights.
First Class
The premium cabin on many domestic and regional flights.
Premium Select
Delta’s premium economy cabin.
Delta Comfort+
Economy seating with extra legroom and added amenities.
Main Cabin
The standard economy cabin.
Basic Economy
The lowest fare, with more restrictions on changes and seat selection.
Before you fly
Delta baggage allowances depend on the fare, cabin, route, SkyMiles Medallion or SkyTeam status and co-branded card benefits, and are shown during booking.
Carry-on
One carry-on bag plus one personal item on all fares, including Basic Economy. Size limits are shown during booking.
Checked baggage
Paid on most Main Cabin and Basic Economy fares within the US and to Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America; included on many long-haul international fares and in premium cabins.
Special items
Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Delta baggage page before you fly.
Online check-in on delta.com or the Fly Delta app opens 24 hours before departure. Follow the check-in and bag-drop deadlines shown in your booking, which are longer for international flights.
Confirm the operating airline (Delta, Delta Connection or a partner), airport and terminal.
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
Check in online or in the Fly Delta app as soon as it opens.
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on international flights, immigration.
Delta operates Delta Sky Club lounges at selected airports. Access depends on your cabin, status, membership and same-day itinerary, so check the current rules before you travel.
SkyMiles is Delta’s frequent-flyer program. Earning, redemption and status rules change, so check the program terms on delta.com for the conditions that apply to your trip.
For current operational information, use Delta’s official services:
Delta website
delta.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status
Where you land
Delta also has a hub at Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP).
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Hub
ATL · Atlanta
Delta’s headquarters city and its largest hub.
LGA · New York
A New York hub, mainly for domestic services.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
FLL · Fort Lauderdale
Rio de Janeiro/Galeão – Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
GIG · Rio de Janeiro
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole
KOA · Kailua-Kona
John F. Kennedy International Airport
A New York hub for domestic and international services.
Ground transport
Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.
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Questions
Delta’s IATA code is DL, its ICAO code is DAL, and its callsign is DELTA.
Delta has hubs at Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, Los Angeles, Minneapolis–St. Paul, New York–JFK, New York–LaGuardia, Salt Lake City and Seattle.
Yes. Delta is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance.
Delta’s frequent-flyer program is SkyMiles.
Yes. Delta flies to Cancún from several US hubs, including Atlanta, Minneapolis–St. Paul and New York–JFK.
No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Delta.
Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.
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