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You can check in through:
Delta.com
Fly Delta mobile app
Airport self-service kiosks
Curbside check-in
Airport ticket counter
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Delta’s online check-in is one of the fastest and most convenient options. It becomes available 24 hours before your scheduled flight.
Visit www.delta.com
Click “Check-In” on the homepage
Enter your confirmation number, SkyMiles number, or credit card
Choose your seat or make upgrades
Get your mobile or printable boarding pass
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The Fly Delta app offers a seamless check-in experience:
Get push notifications for check-in availability
View your boarding pass directly on your phone
Easily change seats, track bags, and monitor gates
Download the app for iOS or Android before your trip for added convenience.
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Available at most airports, Delta’s self-service kiosks let you:
Check in quickly
Print boarding passes and baggage tags
Pay for checked baggage
Select or change seats
All you need is your confirmation number or credit card used during booking.
If you prefer human help or have special luggage (like oversized items), use the Delta curbside check-in service or go directly to the ticket counter.
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Travelers with children or mobility issues
Group bookings
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Online & app check-in: Opens 24 hours before departure
Minimum check-in time: 30 minutes before departure
Baggage cut-off time: 30–45 minutes before departure, depending on the airport
Check-in opens: 24 hours prior
Minimum check-in time: 1 hour before departure
Recommended arrival at airport: 3 hours prior
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Parents or guardians must check in in-person at the airport counter. Required documentation and service fees will apply.
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You need your booking confirmation number, SkyMiles account, or the credit card used to book your flight. A valid ID or passport is also required for airport check-in.
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You will receive a confirmation screen, a boarding pass, and a confirmation email or app notification. If unsure, call a Delta agent for verification.
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