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Delta Air Lines (DL)

United States

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Everything you need to know about flying with Delta Air Lines. Check-in deadlines, boarding times, and expert tips to make your Delta Air Lines flight smooth and stress-free.

Check-in & Boarding Timeline

Online Check-in

Opens24hbefore departure
Closes1hbefore departure

Airport Check-in

Opens6hbefore departure
Closes45mbefore departure

Boarding

Opens40mbefore departure
Closes15mbefore departure
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Airport-Specific Exceptions

Airport Check-in
Closes40m5m

At SEA, SFO, SAV the bag check/airport check-in closes 40 minutes before departure instead of 45.

JFKSTX
Airport Check-in
Closes1h+15m

At JFK and STX the bag check/airport check-in closes 60 minutes before departure instead of 45.

STT
Airport Check-in
Closes1h 30m+45m

At STT (St. Thomas), the bag check/airport check-in closes 90 minutes before departure instead of 45.

Travel Tips

Recommendation

Double-check passport validity, visa status, and entry rules before international travel; ensure name and document consistency to avoid denied boarding.

Recommendation

Most Delta airport counters are cashless as of mid-2025—bring a debit or credit card to pay at check-in.

Self Service

Enable push notifications on the Fly Delta app (version 7.0+) to get real-time updates about delays, gate changes, and disruptions.

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