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Delta Air Lines vs Etihad Airways

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

Etihad Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.3/10 vs 8.0/10 for Delta Air Lines. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Delta Air Lines Etihad Airways
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage Fee on domestic Basic; intl often 1×23 kg23–32 kg by cabin
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial (messaging/select routes)Partial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 31–32"31–32"
Loyalty programme SkyMilesEtihad Guest
Lounge access Delta Sky ClubEtihad lounges AUH and partners
Changes & refunds No change fees most fares; Basic Economy restrictedFlex fares allow changes

Individual profiles

Delta Air Lines

DL · United States

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.0/10

Etihad Airways

EY · United Arab Emirates

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.3/10

Editorial profiles

United States · DL/DAL · #1 in this comparison

Delta Air Lines

Keep Climbing

#8 Global 4-Star
8.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Delta Air Lines scores 8.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.3/10), ranking #8 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Delta Air Lines a good airline?

Delta Air Lines scores 8.0/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #8 globally with a safety score of 9.3/10. Delta leads US carriers in operational reliability, Sky Club lounges, and a improving premium cabin portfolio including Delta One suites. See full profile →

Overall 8.0 Excellent
Safety 9.3 Excellent Safety
Service 8.0 Cabin crew & ground
Value 7.8 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.0
Seat Comfort
8.2
Food & Beverage
7.2
In-Flight Entertainment
8.0
On-Time Performance
8.8
Value for Money
7.8

Key facts

Hub
Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis
Alliance
skyteam
Founded
1925
Fleet
950 aircraft
Region
americas
IATA / ICAO
DL / DAL

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage Fee on domestic Basic; intl often 1×23 kg
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 31–32"
Lounge access Delta Sky Club
Changes & refunds No change fees most fares; Basic Economy restricted
Loyalty programme SkyMiles

Strengths

  • Industry-leading OTP in US
  • Delta One suites on A350
  • Strong SkyMiles program

Weaknesses

  • Basic economy restrictions
  • Domestic first class inconsistent

Awards & recognition

  • Most On-Time US Major Airline
  • Best US Airline Premium

United Arab Emirates · EY/ETD · #2 in this comparison

Etihad Airways

Choose Well

#19 Global 5-Star
8.3 / 10
Quick Answer

Etihad Airways scores 8.3/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.4/10), ranking #19 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Etihad Airways a good airline?

Etihad Airways scores 8.3/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #19 globally with a safety score of 9.4/10. Etihad Airways operates from Abu Dhabi's new Midfield Terminal with Business Studio, The Residence on A380, and lounges scoring 9.0/10 — a premium Gulf alternative to Emirates and Qatar. See full profile →

Overall 8.3 Excellent
Safety 9.4 Excellent Safety
Service 8.5 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.2 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.5
Seat Comfort
8.4
Food & Beverage
8.3
In-Flight Entertainment
8.2
On-Time Performance
8.2
Value for Money
8.2

Key facts

Hub
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Alliance
Independent
Founded
2003
Fleet
90 aircraft
Region
middle east
IATA / ICAO
EY / ETD

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 23–32 kg by cabin
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 31–32"
Lounge access Etihad lounges AUH and partners
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes
Loyalty programme Etihad Guest

Strengths

  • New AUH Midfield Terminal lounges
  • Business Studio on 787 and A350
  • Competitive UK–Asia business fares

Weaknesses

  • Smaller network than Emirates or Qatar
  • Etihad Guest less Avios-integrated than QR

Awards & recognition

  • Best Gulf Carrier Lounge AUH
  • Business Studio innovation

FAQ

Which is better — Delta Air Lines or Etihad Airways?

Etihad Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.3/10 vs 8.0/10 for Delta Air Lines. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Delta Air Lines or Etihad Airways include a carry-on bag?

Delta Air Lines: Included. Etihad Airways: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Delta Air Lines or Etihad Airways?

Delta Air Lines: Partial (messaging/select routes). Etihad Airways: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Delta Air Lines include checked baggage?

Delta Air Lines checked baggage: Fee on domestic Basic; intl often 1×23 kg.

Does Etihad Airways include checked baggage?

Etihad Airways checked baggage: 23–32 kg by cabin.