How can I check in for my Delta Airlines flight?
Delta Airlines allows you to check in for your flight using these options:
- Web check-in
- Mobile app check-in
- Airport curbside check-in
- Airport self-service kiosk check-in
- Airport ticket counter check-in
Delta Airlines Check-in Time Before Flights
By when should I check in for my Delta Airlines flight?
Delta Airlines check-in rules require strict adherence to the check-in deadlines, which are as follows:
- Check-in time for international flights. Delta recommends that you reach the airport:
- At least 4 hours before departure and check in at least 60 minutes before departure if you’re checking in from an international (non-U.S.) airport (for most flights).
- At least 2 hours before departure and check in at least 60 minutes before departure if you’re checking in from a U.S. airport (for most flights).
- Check-in time for domestic flights within the United States, you should reach the airport at least 2 hours before departure and check in per the recommended time. The minimum check-in time at U.S. airports varies by airport and is never less than 30 minutes prior to departure—and earlier at some airports—so do check in advance.
- Check-in time for Delta Shuttle service. The check-in time ranges from 15 – 30 minutes before departure depending on the city of departure, but do check in advance.
Delta Airlines Check-in Time
- Online Check-in Time
You can check in online (i.e., perform a web check-in) at Delta Airlines:
- For international flights. From 24 hours to 1 hour before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at International Airports on this page).
- For domestic flights (within the United States). From 24 hours to 30 minutes before departure, unless your airport requires an earlier/later check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at U.S. Airports on this page).
- Mobile App Check-in Time
You can check in with the Fly Delta mobile app:
- For international flights. From 24 hours to 60 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at International Airports on this page.
- For domestic flights (within the United States). From 24 hours to 30 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at U.S. Airports).
- Curbside Check-in Time
You can check in (with your baggage) at the airport curbside per the following starting and closing times at most U.S. airports:
- For international flights. From 4 hours to 60 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at International Airports on this page).
- For domestic flights (within the United States). From 4 hours to 30 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at U.S. Airports on this page).
- Self-Service Kiosk Check-in Time
You can check in at a self-service kiosk (at most airports):
- For international flights. From 4 hours to 60 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in ((refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at International Airports on this page).
- For domestic flights (within the United States). From 4 hours to 30 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at U.S. Airports on this page).
- Airport Ticket Counter Check-in Time
You can check in at an airport ticket counter:
- For an international flight. Reach the airport at least 3 hours before departure and check in at least 60 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires an earlier check-in (refer to the Minimum Check-in Times at International Airports). You must be at the boarding gate no later than 45 minutes before your flight’s departure time.
- For a domestic flight. Reach the airport at least 2 hours before departure and check in before the deadline. The minimum check-in time varies by airport and is never less than 30 minutes before departure—and earlier at some airports—so always check in advance. You must be at the boarding gate at least 15 minutes before departure.
- For Delta Shuttle service. The check-in closing time is:
- Without checked baggage—15 minutes before departure (30 minutes for Chicago, IL).
- With checked baggage—30 minutes before departure.
Delta Airlines Online Check-in
How to web check-in on Delta Airlines
You can check in online from Delta’s website as explained below:
- Go to Delta.com
- Now click on the tab marked Check-in
- Find your trip by providing your:
- Confirmation Number, or
Credit Card Number, or
Ticket Number, or
SkyMiles Number - Last Name
- The From Airport name
- Confirmation Number, or
- Click on the 🡪 button
- All the flights on your trip will appear
- Follow the prompts to :
- Select your flight
- Select the passengers to check in
- Select the number of bags and pay for excess bags (if any)
- View, change, or upgrade your seat
- Print or download your eBoarding Pass
On the day of travel
- Proceed directly for your security check if you don’t have any bags to check in.
- Go to the baggage counter to drop off your bags, then head for security check, and finally to the boarding gate.
Exceptions
You will have to check in at the airport physically if:
- Your flight is operated by a codeshare partner.
- You’re holding an unconfirmed booking.
- The online check-in facility is not available at the departure airport.
- You have booked a wheelchair/special service.
- You are a minor travelling alone.
- A pet is traveling with you.
How to Check in with Delta Airlines Mobile App (Fly Delta)
To check in with Delta Airlines mobile app for your domestic or international flight:
- Download the Fly Delta App
- Check in as a guest, or log in, or register for a SkyMiles account
- Add your trip confirmation number to access your trip
You’ll automatically be checked in when you log in.
Use the Today mode to view your boarding pass, baggage tracker, etc.
Passengers Not Eligible for Mobile Check-in
You won’t be able to check in with Fly Delta if:
- Your flight is operated by a codeshare partner.
- You’re holding an unconfirmed booking.
- The departure airport does not accept mobile check-ins.
- You’ve booked a special service.
- You’re travelling alone and you’re a minor.
- A pet is traveling with you.
- You don’t have a confirmed booking.
You can use Fly Delta to plan your trip, use it at the airport, and use it during and after your flight. The Fly Delta app allows you to:
- Plan Your Trip
- Book flights
- Pay for upgrades (incl. through SkyMiles)
- Manage your travel preferences and payments
- Seek assistance via Live Chat
- Use the app the Airport on your day of travel (via Today)
- Check in and download your boarding pass
- Receive flight updates and gate change notifications
- Navigate through the airport with Airport Maps
- View your place on the standby/upgrade list
- Scan your passport when checking in
- View, change, or upgrade your seat
- Reserve Preferred Seats
- Access your boarding pass offline
- Pay for excess baggage
- Track your checked bags
- Add Trip Extras like Mileage Booster or a Wi-Fi pass (if available)
- View your flight status
- Rebook missed/cancelled flights
- During and after your flight
- Get bag tracking alerts in real-time
- Map your flight when flying
- Use and store mobile drink vouchers
How to Check in at the Airport Curbside
Passengers holding a confirmed Delta Airlines reservation can check in their bags at a curbside desk located at the passenger drop-off points at most U.S. airports. However, if you’re carrying oversized bags, you will have to bring them to the airport’s oversized baggage area.
To check in at the airport curbside desk, you will need to:
- Identify yourself
(you will need your photo ID, confirmation number, flight number, or e-ticket number and destination) - Hand over your checked baggage to the Skycap
The curbside service is free of charge.
Does Delta Offer Self-Service Kiosk Check-in?
Yes, you can check in for your Delta flight at the airport’s touchscreen kiosks. This service is available from 4 hours to 30 minutes before departure, and can also be used to select a seat and print your boarding pass at the time of checking in.
Using Delta’s Self-Service Kiosk
- Find a kiosk.
- Access your trip by entering your e-ticket number, confirmation number, or SkyMiles number.
- Use the self-explanatory prompts on the screen to:
- Change, select, or upgrade your seat
- Upgrade your cabin
- Pay for excess baggage
- Choose an earlier flight
- Add Trip Extras like Mileage Booster or a Wi-Fi pass (if available)
- Check in
- Receive a printout of your boarding pass
Does Delta Offer Airport Ticket Counter Check-ins?
Yes, you can check in for your Delta flight physically at the airport ticket counter from 3 hours to 60 minutes before departure for most international flights, and from 2 hours to 30 minutes before departure for most flights within the United States.
When you present yourself at the airport ticket counter, you will need to show your ticket, valid travel documents such as identification papers, passport, visa, and any other papers required by the country you’re visiting.
When you receive your boarding pass, ensure that all the information is correct—such as your flight number, your name, and your destination.
When you drop your checked baggage, ensure that your bags are properly tagged, you’ve collected your baggage receipts, and your baggage complies with Delta’s baggage rules.
After paying your airport tax and service charges, you must:
- Proceed for security check.
- Reach your boarding gate at least:
- 30 minutes before departure if you’re catching a domestic flight.
- 45 minutes before departure if you’re catching an international flight.
Delta Airlines Boarding Priority
The boarding priority at Delta is typically as follows:
| Boarding Zone | Eligibility Criterion |
| Pre-Boarding | Passengers requiring assistance or more time to board |
| Active-duty military personnel of the United States with ID | |
| Delta One | Delta One passengers Diamond Medallion members |
| First Class/Delta Premium Select | Delta Premium Select passengers First Class passengers Diamond Medallion members for aircraft without a Delta One cabin |
| Passengers travelling with strollers and car seats | |
| Delta Comfort | Delta Comfort+ passengers |
| Sky Priority | Platinum Medallion members Gold Medallion® members SkyTeam Elite Plus members Flying Blue Platinum/Gold members Virgin Australia Platinum/Gold members Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gold members LATAM Pass Black Signature/Black/Platinum Elite membersWestJet Rewards Platinum and Gold Elite members |
| Main Cabin 1 | Silver Medallion members Delta Corporate Travelers Delta SkyMiles Gold/Platinum/Reserve American Express Cardholders Flying Blue Silver members Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Silver members Virgin Australia Velocity Silver members Sky Team Elite SkyMiles Select members LATAM Pass Gold+ Elite members WestJet Rewards Silver Elite members |
| Main Cabin 2 | Main Cabin passengers |
| Main Cabin 3 | Main Cabin passengers travelling on T, X, V fares |
| Basic Economy | Basic Economy passengers (E) |
| Silver Medallion members travelling on Delta Airlines’ flights from Amsterdam (AMS) and Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) will not have Priority Boarding zone privileges due to the boarding policies of Air France-KLM. |
Frequently Asked Questions on Delta Airlines Check-in
The arrival time suggested by Delta is as follows:
• For a domestic flight in the U.S., reach 2 hours before departure.
• For an international flight, reach 3 hours before departure.
The online or web check-in at Delta Airlines for international flights starts 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires you to check in early. For details, refer to the check-in deadlines at international airports.
Delta Airlines’ web check-in time for domestic flights starts 24 hours before departure and closes 30 minutes before departure—unless your airport requires you to check in early. For details, refer to the check-in deadlines at U.S. airports.
You should complete all your check-in formalities before the check-in counters at the airport close—which is:
• At least 60 minutes prior to departure for an international flight.
• Never less than 30 minutes before departure for a domestic flight within the United States.
• At least 15 – 30 minutes before departure (depending on your route) for Delta Shuttle flights.
Delta Airlines’ web check-in is the same as online check-in, meaning that you check in through Delta Airlines’ website (Delta.com). The biggest benefit of checking in online is that you no longer have to stand in a line at the airport to check in for your flight.
Delta Airlines online check-in time for international flights starts 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure for most flights.
Delta Airlines curbside check-in typically starts 4 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure for international flights, and 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights.
Delta Airlines kiosk check-in typically starts 4 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure for international flights, and 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights.
Delta Airlines online check-in is open to most passengers, except:
• Passengers flying on codeshare partner flights.
• Passengers who do not have a confirmed booking.
• Passengers travelling from airports where the facility is not available.
• Passengers who have booked a special service at the airport.
• Passengers who are unaccompanied minors.
• Passengers travelling with pets.
Airlines’ airport counters close:
• International flights. 60 minutes before departure
• Domestic flights. 30 minutes before departure
• Delta Shuttle flights. 15–30 minutes before departure
The check-in deadlines can vary by airport, so always double-check in advance.
Yes, you will be able to pay your baggage fee at Delta’s check-in counter.
Yes, you will be able to select or change your seat the airport check-in counter. However, seat availability will be quite limited at this stage.
Yes, you will be able to check in your bags at Delta’s self-service check-in kiosk.
Delta Airlines does not have a pre-defined terminal at Hong Kong Airport (HKG). If you’re travelling on a codeshare flight operated by another airline but your flight is labeled as a Delta Airlines flight, your departure terminal for most such flights will be Terminal 1. However, you should check your departing flight’s details from here.
Delta Airlines online check-in time for most domestic flights within the United States is 24 hours to 30 minutes before departure, and 24 hours to 60 minutes before departure for most international flights. However, do check the check-in deadlines at U.S. airports, as the check-in deadline varies by airport.
You can check in as early as 24 hours before departure if you’re checking in online or with the mobile app and your airport accepts online/mobile app check-ins.
The minimum check-in time if you’re travelling with checked baggage is:
• 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights within the United States.
• 60 minutes before departure for international flights to/from the United States.
After you’ve checked in online for your flight, your boarding pass will be automatically sent to you by e-mail. You can then print it and bring it along to the airport. You can also check in at a self-service kiosk at the airport and obtain a printout of your boarding pass from the machine.
You can check in for a Delta Airlines flight at Atlanta Airport (ATL) from 2 hours before departure to:
• 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights (without checked baggage).
• 45 minutes before departure for domestic flights (with checked baggage).
• 60 minutes before departure for international flights.
If you require special assistance at check-in, you can call Delta’s Customer Service at 1-404-209-3434.
Delta Airlines online check-in time for most international flights is 24 hours to 1 hour before departure. The online check-in time for most domestic flights within the United States is 24 hours to 30 minutes before departure.
ta Airlines check-in time for most domestic flights is:
• 24 hours to 30 minutes before departure if you’re checking in online.
• 4 hours to 30 minutes before departure if you’re checking in at curbside or a self-service kiosk.
• 2 hours to 30 minutes before departure if you’re checking in at an airport counter.
Remember, the check-in time varies by airport, so you should check it in advance.
Delta Airlines allows certain types of food items as checked baggage if they do not violate the agricultural restrictions imposed by the destination country. These items can include fresh/frozen foods, fruits and vegetables, meats, fish, poultry and baking products, and vegetable plants.
If you’re carrying an approved food item in your checked baggage, you will need to sign a limited liability release form at the airport. Also, Delta will not accept any responsibility if the food item spoils in transit.
You can check in online (or with Delta’s mobile app) at Guatemala for your Delta Airlines flight from 24 hours to 60 minutes before departure, and at the airport from 3 – 4 hours before departure till your flight’s check-in deadline.
Delta Airlines operates out of Terminal T3 at Heathrow Airport London. You can check-in online for your flight (or with the mobile app) from 24 hours to 60 minutes before departure, and 4 hours to 1 hour before departure if you’re checking in at the airport.
Delta Airlines Internet check-in is open to most passengers travelling on domestic and international flights. The online check-in time (though Delta.com) opens 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure for most international flights and 30 minutes before departure for most domestic flights.
Remember, the check-in deadlines at international and domestic airports vary by airport, so always check in advance.
Delta Airlines passenger check-in time at most international airports is 4 hours to 60 minutes before departure. Plus, you must be at the boarding gate at least 45 minutes before departure.
No, online check-in is not mandatory. You can check in for your Delta Airlines flight at the airport curbside, a self-service kiosk, or at the airport check-in counter.
Yes, there are a few exceptions. You will not be able to perform a web check in if:
• You’re travelling on a flight operated by a codeshare partner.
• Your flight booking is not confirmed.
• Your airport does not accept online check-ins.
• You’ve booked a special service, such as a wheelchair.
• You’re travelling as an unaccompanied minor.
• A pet is traveling with you.
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