How to Book a Flight on Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines is one of the oldest and largest carriers in the United States. Founded more than 80 years ago as a crop-dusting service, Delta now flies to more than 450 destinations with a fleet of nearly 500 aircraft.

Things You'll Need

• Credit card
• Computer with Internet access

Instructions

Choose Your Route

1. Consider booking your flight through one of Delta's U.S. hubs--Atlanta, Salt Lake City, Cincinnati or New York--for a better fare.

2. Check out Delta's Web site (see Resources below) for deals and last-minute offers. Booking on a whim can sometimes be your best plan.

Know Airline Rules and Regulations

1. Avoid the hassle of waiting and check-in online. If you have an electronic E-ticket, you can print out your boarding pass up to 24 hours before departure.

2. Confirm the required check-in time. International flights often ask that you arrive at the boarding gate up to an hour earlier than domestic flights

Book Your Flight

1. Book your ticket online. Delta's handy reservation system makes reserving a flight simple; in addition, you'll receive 500 bonus miles in SkyMiles, the airline's frequent-flyer program, just for booking online.

2. Make your reservation over the phone by calling Delta toll-free at [phone]. Speaking with a sales representative is the best option if you have any questions or special needs that need to be addressed.

3. Pay cash at the Delta counter. Tickets can be purchased directly through a sales agent.

Tips & Warnings

• Cash in your SkyMiles for a free or reduced-fare flight. You can use SkyMiles either over the phone or online.