BASIC ECONOMY

Low Fare with Restrictions

Save with Basic Economy, but please remember refunds and upgrades are not available at any time. Basic Economy is best for those traveling by themselves with firm travel plans. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the restrictions so you know if Basic Economy is right for you.

 

Keep in Mind, Basic Economy is Just the Basics

Basic Economy provides a value for solo travelers and light packers who don't anticipate changes to their travel plans, since trip flexibility is limited.

 

With Basic Economy, you'll enjoy:

  • A Main Cabin seat
  • Delta’s signature service
  • Complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages like Starbucks® coffee, tea, juice, sodas or water
  • Connect to Delta Wi-Fi to book, change, or check the status of your flight on delta.com
  • Complimentary access to in-flight messaging as well as hours of movies, shows and more on Delta Studio®

With Basic Economy, you’ll experience:

  • No seat(s) assigned until after check-in, not together 
  • No changes allowed for flights originating in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean*
  • Cancelable for partial eCredit (cancellation charge applies)**
  • Last to board & not eligible for upgrades 
  • No miles earned; no credit toward SkyMiles Medallion Status†
  • No entry into a Delta Sky Club is permitted, regardless of access method

Know the Details on Basic Economy
Not sure if Basic Economy is what you’re looking for? See the details about this unique value-driven fare offer from Delta.

Overview

Seats will be assigned after check-in and trip flexibility is limited. Changes are not allowed for flights originating in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean after the Risk-Free Cancellation Period

Other Limitations

You will not be eligible for: paid or complimentary upgrades; paid, complimentary or discounted Delta Comfort+; paid or complimentary Preferred Seats; or same-day confirmed or same-day standby travel changes.

Seat Assignment ††

Your seat will not be assigned until after you check in to your flight. If your seat number does not appear on your boarding pass, your seat will be assigned at the gate before you board.

*Ticket changes not allowed after the Risk-Free Cancellation period for flights originating in the United States, Canada or the Caribbean.

**For tickets issued for travel originating in Korea, tickets will be refunded to original form of payment after deducting the cancellation fee. For tickets issued for travel originating in Europe, no change or cancel is permitted for tickets issued on or after March 21, 2024 (€200 for tickets issued prior to that date, and €150 for tickets issued on or after February 23, 2023). For tickets issued for travel originating in the United Kingdom, the cancellation fee and change fee is £200 for tickets issued on or after February 23, 2023 (£150 for tickets issued prior to that date). For tickets issued for travel originating in Africa, the Middle East and India, no change or cancel is permitted for tickets issued on or after March 21, 2024 ($200 for tickets issued prior to that date, and $180 for tickets issued on or after February 23, 2023). Excludes tickets issued for travel originating from Israel, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal issued on or after March 21, 2024 where the change or cancel fee is $200. For tickets issued for travel originating in Mexico where the destination is Europe, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, India or Africa (excluding travel to Israel, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal where no change or cancel is permitted), the cancellation fee is $199 for tickets issued on or after March 21, 2024 (no change or cancel allowed for tickets issued prior to that date). Excludes tickets issued for travel originating in Mexico for travel to North America, South America, the Caribbean, and the Asia Pacific region, which cannot be canceled or changed. Check your ticket along with the Baggage & Travel Fees page to view any fees that apply to Basic Economy tickets. 

†Not eligible for MQD earn, paid or complimentary access or upgrades to premium seats, including to Delta Comfort+® or Preferred Seats; and no paid access to Priority Boarding.

††Seat assignments can be purchased in advance for a fee or will be assigned for free at the airport after check in or at the gate. At this time, seat assignments can be purchased via Reservations, Airport Customer Service, Delta.com and the FlyDelta App.

The seat selection fee is per seat, per flight segment and is subject to availability. At this time, seat assignment purchase is only available for wholly domestic flights. Aircraft and seat features differ according to flight type/destination/aircraft. Please note that any fees paid for a seat assignment are non-refundable, non-transferable, and are limited to “select seats” – preferred seats cannot be purchased.

With the Basic Economy fare, you are not guaranteed a seat next to traveling companions, including family members or groups. We reserve the right to assign or reassign a Basic Economy seat at any time, even after boarding the aircraft, for operational, safety or security reasons. The final decision resides with the ground staff and operating crew on the day of the flight. Refunds will be issued to any reassigned customer if the customer is not moved to a comparable or better seat and no MQDs will be awarded.

You will not be able to change or refund your ticket after the Risk-Free Cancellation period. Passengers are not eligible for earning miles in the SkyMiles® Program, earning credit towards Medallion Status; paid or complimentary access or upgrades to premium seats or products from Basic Economy, including to Delta Comfort+ or Preferred Seats; and no paid access to Priority Boarding. Exceptions may apply when flying Light or Economy Light on non-Delta operated flights. Miles and MQDs will not be awarded for seat fees.

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