How to Get a Free Checked Bag on Delta Airlines in 2024

Learn how to get a free checked bag on Delta Airlines by using a Delta SkyMiles Credit Card or earning Medallion Status.

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To get a free checked bag on Delta, consider holding a Delta SkyMiles Credit Card or achieving Medallion Status. Both perks offer at least one free checked bag for the cardholder and companions on the same reservation.

Questions and answers

  1. Who qualifies for a free checked bag on Delta?

    Holders of a Delta SkyMiles Credit Card and travelers with Delta Medallion Status qualify for at least one free checked bag on Delta flights.

  2. Does the free checked bag apply to companions on the same reservation?

    Yes, both the cardholder and companions on the same reservation receive at least one free checked bag.

  3. Can I get a free checked bag without a credit card or Medallion Status?

    Generally, a free checked bag on Delta requires either holding a Delta SkyMiles Credit Card or achieving Medallion Status; otherwise, baggage fees typically apply.