Delta Air Lines: battery and item rules and carry-on size limits
This page lists Delta Air Lines's own rules that we have reviewed. They apply when Delta Air Lines operates the flight. Security screening (TSA) and dangerous goods (FAA) rules apply on top of them; each item page lists all three.
Most recent review on this page: 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines rules for items
Alcoholic beverage
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Alcohol under 48 proof on Delta (carry-on): permitted.
- Applies when
- Alcohol by volume: less than 48 proof
Also note
- Only alcohol bought after the security checkpoint, and it must meet carry-on guidelines. Alcohol bought before the checkpoint follows the security rules.
- Alcohol must be in its original unopened retail packaging.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Food & Alcohol Transportation. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Alcohol of 48 proof or more on Delta (carry-on): at most 140 proof, up to 5 liters per person.
- Applies when
- Alcohol by volume: at least 48 proof
- Limits
- Alcohol by volume: up to 140 proof
- Total volume: up to 5 l
Also note
- Only alcohol bought after the security checkpoint, and it must meet carry-on guidelines. Alcohol bought before the checkpoint follows the security rules.
- Alcohol must be in its original unopened retail packaging.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Food & Alcohol Transportation. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Alcohol under 48 proof on Delta (checked): permitted.
- Applies when
- Alcohol by volume: less than 48 proof
Also note
- Alcohol must be in its original unopened retail packaging.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Food & Alcohol Transportation. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Alcohol of 48 proof or more on Delta (checked): at most 140 proof, up to 5 liters per person.
- Applies when
- Alcohol by volume: at least 48 proof
- Limits
- Alcohol by volume: up to 140 proof
- Total volume: up to 5 l
Also note
- Alcohol must be in its original unopened retail packaging.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Food & Alcohol Transportation. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring alcohol on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Camera
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Camera on Delta (carry-on): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Camera on Delta (checked baggage): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring a camera on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Drone
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Drone on Delta (carry-on): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Drone on Delta (checked baggage): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring a drone on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Hand sanitizer
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Hand sanitizer on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Laptop
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Laptop on Delta: allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Laptop on Delta: allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring a laptop on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Liquid cosmetics
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Liquid cosmetics on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Mobile phone
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Cell phone on Delta: allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Cell phone on Delta: allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring a phone on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Non-alcoholic beverage
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Non-alcoholic beverage on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Perfume
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Perfume on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Power bank
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Power bank on Delta: carry-on only, no more than two per person, each not over 100 Wh.
- Limits
- Number of items: up to 2
- Battery capacity: up to 100 Wh
Also note
- Power banks may not be stored in an overhead bin.
- Power banks must not be recharged on board or used to recharge a device during taxi, take-off and landing.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Not allowed
Power bank on Delta: not allowed in checked baggage.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring a power bank on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Shampoo
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Shampoo on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Spare lithium-ion battery
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Spare lithium-ion battery on Delta: carry-on only, at most 160 Wh per battery and 20 spare batteries per person.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
- Number of items: up to 20
Also note
- Batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuit.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Spare lithium-ion battery between 100 and 160 Wh on Delta: no more than two.
- Applies when
- Battery capacity: at least 100 Wh
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
- Limits
- Number of items: up to 2
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Not allowed
Spare lithium-ion battery on Delta: not allowed in checked baggage.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring spare lithium-ion batteries on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Tablet
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Tablet on Delta (carry-on): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Tablet on Delta (checked baggage): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring a tablet on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
Toiletry aerosol
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Toiletry aerosol on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Toothpaste
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Toothpaste on Delta: in the carry-on, a maximum of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters per item.
- Limits
- Volume of one container: up to 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Also note
- Place all items in one single quart-size, zip-top bag of clear plastic.
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Wireless earbuds
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Wireless earbuds on Delta (carry-on): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Delta Air Lines policy
Allowed, with the conditions listed
Wireless earbuds on Delta (checked baggage): lithium-battery powered devices are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage; at most 160 Wh per battery. The page does not name this item; its general statement on lithium-battery powered devices is applied.
- Limits
- Battery capacity: up to 160 Wh
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with its source again, so it is not shown. Check the official source below.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Can you bring wireless earbuds on Delta Air Lines? (with the TSA and FAA rules that also apply)
See how Delta Air Lines's power bank rules compare with other airlines
Delta Air Lines carry-on and personal item size
Limits are shown in the units the airline uses. Fitting the size does not mean the bag is free: fare inclusion is shown separately.
Carry-on bag
| Length | 22 in (56 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 14 in (35 cm) |
| Height | 9 in (23 cm) |
| Length + width + height | 45 in (114 cm) |
| Weight | Not mentioned on the airline's page |
| Number of bags | 1 |
| Fare | Included in the fare |
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with the airline's page again, so it is not shown.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Personal item
| Length | Not checked yet |
|---|---|
| Width | Not checked yet |
| Height | Not checked yet |
| Length + width + height | Not checked yet |
| Weight | Not checked yet |
| Number of bags | 1 |
| Fare | Included in the fare |
Being rechecked: we are comparing this rule with the airline's page again, so it is not shown.
Source: Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage. Reviewed on 2026-10-27.
Check an item for a Delta Air Lines flight
The item checker combines Delta Air Lines's rules with the security screening and dangerous goods rules for your item. For batteries, the Wh calculator works out the watt-hour rating.
Official sources
- Delta Air Lines: Battery or Fuel-Powered Items (source checked on 2026-10-01)
- Delta Air Lines: Carry-On Baggage (source checked on 2026-10-01)
- Delta Air Lines: Food & Alcohol Transportation
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