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Delta Air Lines Carry-On Rules

Delta Air Lines carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 55.9×35.6×22.9 cm, No limit, and personal item status: Included.

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55.9×35.6×22.9 cm
weight
No limit
personal item
Included
Lower caution editorial signal

Carry-on allowance

Cabin bag size
55.9×35.6×22.9 cm
Cabin bag weight
No limit
Bags allowed
1
Personal Item
43.2×33×17.8 cm

22×14×9 in (55.88×35.56×22.86 cm). No weight limit published. Must fit in overhead bin.

How to use this policy

Start with the cabin bag row, then check the weight and personal-item rows separately. A bag has to pass every published limit at once; being under the length and width limit does not help if the depth, weight, or fare-specific allowance is tighter.

Delta Air Lines cabin bag size & weight

Delta Air Lines cabin bag specifications
Dimensions55.9×35.6×22.9 cm(22×14×9 in)

Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles.

Weight limitNo weight limit stated
Bags allowed1 cabin bag
Includes wheels/handlesYes
Personal Item43.2×33×17.8 cm max
Note22×14×9 in (55.88×35.56×22.86 cm). No weight limit published. Must fit in overhead bin.

Delta Air Lines allowances by cabin class

Economy

55.9×35.6×22.9 cm

Basic Economy

55.9×35.6×22.9 cm

Business

55.9×35.6×22.9 cm

2 cabin bags

First Class

55.9×35.6×22.9 cm

2 cabin bags

Delta Air Lines liquids policy

TSA 3-1-1: containers ≤ 3.4 oz (100 ml), in 1 quart-sized (1L) clear zip-lock bag. One per passenger.

Family & Infants

Infant (under 2)

Lap child free on domestic. International: 10% of adult fare.

Stroller

Free gate-check. Collapsible stroller can be checked at gate.

Car seat

Free gate-check or forward-facing in seat (if purchased).

Children's allowance

Lap infant: no additional baggage. Seated child: same as adult.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Delta Air Lines cabin bag size?

Delta Air Lines allows a cabin bag up to 55.9×35.6×22.9 cm (22×14×9 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.

Does Delta Air Lines have a weight limit for carry-on?

Delta Air Lines does not publish a cabin bag weight limit, but staff may use discretion.

Does Delta Air Lines allow a personal item?

Yes. Delta Air Lines allows a personal item up to 43.2×33×17.8 cm. It must fit under the seat in front of you.

How strict is Delta Air Lines about bag size?

Delta Air Lines has lower caution enforcement. Editorial signal only. Airport behavior varies; the published allowance still governs.

Rules can change. Always verify with Delta Air Lines before flying.