--- title: "Delta Air Lines Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Delta Air Lines review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.0/10, safety score 9.3/10. Delta leads US carriers in operational reliability, Sky Club lounges, and a…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/delta-air-lines/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · DL # Delta Air Lines Keep Climbing Photo: Anna Zvereva / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0 Delta leads US carriers in operational reliability, Sky Club lounges, and a improving premium cabin portfolio including Delta One suites. Last updated 30 June 2026 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Delta Air Lines for my next long-haul work trip? Delta Air Lines scores 8.0/10 (safety 9.3/10), ranking #15 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: Fee on domestic Basic; intl often 1×23 kg. Economy seat pitch: 31–32"; loyalty programme: SkyMiles. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 8.0/10 **Safety** 9.3/10 **Global rank** #15 **Wi-Fi policy** Partial / paid tiers ## Who should think twice about Delta Air Lines Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Basic economy restrictions - Domestic first class inconsistent ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Delta Air Lines — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | 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 | ## Awards & Recognition - Most On-Time US Major Airline - Best US Airline Premium ## Airline Details **IATA Code** DL **ICAO Code** DAL **Hub** Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis **Alliance** skyteam **Founded** 1925 **Fleet Size** 950 aircraft ## Strengths - Industry-leading OTP in US - Delta One suites on A350 - Strong SkyMiles program ## Weaknesses - Basic economy restrictions - Domestic first class inconsistent ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Delta Air Lines fares from the UK Search live prices on Delta Air Lines (DL) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Delta Air Lines travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Delta Air Lines. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 56 × 35 × 23 cm + personal item; no weight limit · No published weight limit | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Transatlantic Main Cabin 1 × 23 kg included; Basic first bag from ~$60; domestic first bag from ~$40 | | Checked bag (business) | Delta One 2 × 32 kg | | Seat selection | Basic assigned at check-in; free standard seats in Main Cabin | | Change fee | No change fee on most fares; Basic Economy restricted | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality 80.9% on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min) Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — North America #1 Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 999 aircraft **Average age** 15.1 years **Main types** A321neo, B737-900ER, A330-300/900, A350-900, B767-300ER **Economy pitch** 30–32 in **Business seat** Delta One — fully flat 1-2-1, doors on A350/A330-900 **Wi-Fi** Free for SkyMiles members on most US flights; rolling out internationally ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; FAA oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.3/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** SkyMiles **Currency** Miles Medallion tiers: Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.0/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: delta.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) · planespotters.net fleet data (via press citations, Mar 2026) ## About Delta Air Lines Delta leads US carriers in operational reliability, Sky Club lounges, and a improving premium cabin portfolio including Delta One suites. Key strengths: Industry-leading OTP in US. Delta One suites on A350. Strong SkyMiles program. Areas for improvement: Basic economy restrictions. Domestic first class inconsistent. ## Editorial Delta Air Lines Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Delta Air Lines. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Delta%20Air%20Lines). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Delta Air Lines — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Delta Air Lines a good airline? Delta Air Lines scores 8.0/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Industry-leading OTP in US; Delta One suites on A350. ### What is Delta Air Lines's safety score? Delta Air Lines scores 9.3/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is Delta Air Lines in? Delta Air Lines is a member of skyteam. ### Where is Delta Air Lines's hub? Delta Air Lines's primary hub is Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis. The airline was founded in 1925 and operates approximately 950 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines