Fees & policies
Delta Air Lines fee schedule (2026)
Delta Air Lines seat selection starts at $0 for basic seats on most fares. Flight changes cost $0 (main cabin and above). Bringing a pet in the cabin runs $95 each way (in-cabin only; no cargo pets accepted). The full table below covers every optional-service fee Delta Air Lines publishes for 2026 — so there are no surprises at checkout.
Seat fees
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard seat selection | $0 for basic seats on most fares; Comfort+ $15–$99; First Class via upgrade |
| Preferred seat (front/aisle) | $9–$49 (preferred economy seats near front/aisle) |
| Exit row / extra legroom | Included in Comfort+ ($15–$99 upgrade) |
Change & cancel fees
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Flight change fee | $0 (main cabin and above); Basic Economy: no changes allowed |
| Cancellation / refund | $0 for travel credit; cash refund requires refundable fare or airline-caused cancellation |
| Same-day change / standby | $0 for Platinum/Diamond Medallion elites; $75 for same-day confirmed change for others |
Other fees
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pet in cabin | $95 each way (in-cabin only; no cargo pets accepted) |
| Phone booking fee | $35 per person (booking by phone instead of online) |
| Unaccompanied minor | $150 each way for ages 5–14 |
Does Delta Air Lines charge a fee to select a seat?
$0 for basic seats on most fares; Comfort+ $15–$99; First Class via upgrade. Preferred seats near the front or with extra legroom run $9–$49 (preferred economy seats near front/aisle). Exit rows: Included in Comfort+ ($15–$99 upgrade).
What is Delta Air Lines's flight change fee?
$0 (main cabin and above); Basic Economy: no changes allowed. Same-day changes: $0 for Platinum/Diamond Medallion elites; $75 for same-day confirmed change for others. Cancellations: $0 for travel credit; cash refund requires refundable fare or airline-caused cancellation.
How much does Delta Air Lines charge to bring a pet in the cabin?
Delta Air Lines charges $95 each way (in-cabin only; no cargo pets accepted) for a pet in the cabin. Always call ahead to confirm space — most airlines limit the number of pets per flight.
Does Delta Air Lines charge a fee to book by phone?
$35 per person (booking by phone instead of online). Booking online or in the app avoids this charge entirely.
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Fee data verified . Fees are subject to change — confirm at Delta Air Lines's official website before booking.