New Delta Customer, Few Carry On Questions
Jun 18, 2010, 1:45 am
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Jun 2010
Posts: 5
New Delta Customer, Few Carry On Questions
Hello!!!
I am flying Delta for the first time next week had a few questions for you pro's.
First, i know the max carry on size is a combined 45"
I need to bring a garment bag for my suite so it comes out to 50"
do you think i will be ok with the extra 5"
or will they make me check it?
and on top of that i wanted to bring a small duffel bag
do you think i can bring a small duffel bag along with my garment bag?
THANKS!!
I am flying Delta for the first time next week had a few questions for you pro's.
First, i know the max carry on size is a combined 45"
I need to bring a garment bag for my suite so it comes out to 50"
do you think i will be ok with the extra 5"
or will they make me check it?
and on top of that i wanted to bring a small duffel bag
do you think i can bring a small duffel bag along with my garment bag?
THANKS!!
Jun 18, 2010, 2:31 am
#2
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: DCA
Posts: 727
I think you answered your own question.....
50" is greater than 45", so therefore your garment bag should be checked. You might get away with it, but if you are forced to gate check you have no reason to complain.
You are limited to one carry on and one personal item, sounds like your duffel bag probably does not qualify as a personal item.
50" is greater than 45", so therefore your garment bag should be checked. You might get away with it, but if you are forced to gate check you have no reason to complain.
You are limited to one carry on and one personal item, sounds like your duffel bag probably does not qualify as a personal item.
Jun 18, 2010, 7:50 am
#3
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: MSP
Programs: Delta Gold Medallion, Sky Club
Posts: 589
53Flyer response is spot-on. Why are you trying to bend the rules? You could always go out and purchase a garment bag that's under 45" and pack the items of your duffle bag into a small backpack or laptop bag. Otherwise, check the bags.
Jun 18, 2010, 12:29 pm
#4
Used to be " vincentppetty "
Join Date: Sep 2006
Programs: DL Platinum/1MM; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott Titanium; Loews Platinum; GHA/Omni Platinum; Hilton Gold
Posts: 553
it likely won't be an issue...
As much as I agree with the other posters and feel that the rules are the rules, you should be fine.
The only time I've seen people have issues was with the JFK "Bag Nazi's" patrolling the security check points. Living in Florida, I see all sorts of things that are WAY too big to get on as carry-ons be allowed onto the plane ...
So, in short, you shouldn't have an issue ... BUT, if they do catch ya, you have no right to complain ...
The only time I've seen people have issues was with the JFK "Bag Nazi's" patrolling the security check points. Living in Florida, I see all sorts of things that are WAY too big to get on as carry-ons be allowed onto the plane ...
So, in short, you shouldn't have an issue ... BUT, if they do catch ya, you have no right to complain ...
Jun 18, 2010, 2:50 pm
#6
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: New Orleans (for now)
Programs: DL PM, WN, SC, various other programs of lowly status
Posts: 1,673
Hello!!!
I am flying Delta for the first time next week had a few questions for you pro's.
First, i know the max carry on size is a combined 45"
I need to bring a garment bag for my suite so it comes out to 50"
do you think i will be ok with the extra 5"
or will they make me check it?
and on top of that i wanted to bring a small duffel bag
do you think i can bring a small duffel bag along with my garment bag?
THANKS!!
I am flying Delta for the first time next week had a few questions for you pro's.
First, i know the max carry on size is a combined 45"
I need to bring a garment bag for my suite so it comes out to 50"
do you think i will be ok with the extra 5"
or will they make me check it?
and on top of that i wanted to bring a small duffel bag
do you think i can bring a small duffel bag along with my garment bag?
THANKS!!
On the duffle, what are the measurments? I've used a small duffle lots of times with no problems, but mine fits under the seat. That is usually the deciding factor. If it won't fit under the seat, you probably won't get away with it.
Jun 18, 2010, 3:02 pm
#7
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: GNV which is not where we would like to be :)
Programs: ABP, Mr. Mom without the kids, Signor Mucci, DL PM, HH & Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 4,526
Welcome to FlyerTalk and the Delta Forums SixSix. Will your garment bag fold in half (then it is 25") and if so, will it damage the contents while you are waiting to board? You MAY be able to stow it in the closet, depending upon the FA, otherwise it will have to go in the overhead storage. Your duffel, depending upon how full you stuff it may fit under the seat in front of you. While air lines state you are allowed one carry-on and one personal item I have yet to see them enforce this rule on the flights I have flown. Good luck.
Jun 18, 2010, 5:45 pm
#8
Original Poster
Join Date: Jun 2010
Posts: 5
thank you everyone for your responses
i appreciate the help
the duffel i am talking about should fit under the seat
this is it right here
i just never leave home without it
i called delta regarding the issue of the 50" bag
the rep said i should be fine if i check in early
they will only make me check it if there's no more room in the overhead bin
also one more question, i know the 3oz rule and the TSA says on their website about razors, will my Gillette fusion razor be ok as a cary on or do i have to get one of those small old school kind
thank you, sorry for such basic questions, i am new to buisness travel, first ever buisness trip i usually just throw everything into the checked luggage and dont worry about it
i appreciate the help
the duffel i am talking about should fit under the seat
this is it right here
i just never leave home without it
i called delta regarding the issue of the 50" bag
the rep said i should be fine if i check in early
they will only make me check it if there's no more room in the overhead bin
also one more question, i know the 3oz rule and the TSA says on their website about razors, will my Gillette fusion razor be ok as a cary on or do i have to get one of those small old school kind
thank you, sorry for such basic questions, i am new to buisness travel, first ever buisness trip i usually just throw everything into the checked luggage and dont worry about it
Jun 18, 2010, 7:39 pm
#13
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: GNV which is not where we would like to be :)
Programs: ABP, Mr. Mom without the kids, Signor Mucci, DL PM, HH & Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 4,526
thank you everyone for your responses
i appreciate the help
the duffel i am talking about should fit under the seat
this is it right here
i just never leave home without it
i called delta regarding the issue of the 50" bag
the rep said i should be fine if i check in early
they will only make me check it if there's no more room in the overhead bin
also one more question, i know the 3oz rule and the TSA says on their website about razors, will my Gillette fusion razor be ok as a cary on or do i have to get one of those small old school kind
thank you, sorry for such basic questions, i am new to buisness travel, first ever buisness trip i usually just throw everything into the checked luggage and dont worry about it
i appreciate the help
the duffel i am talking about should fit under the seat
this is it right here
i just never leave home without it
i called delta regarding the issue of the 50" bag
the rep said i should be fine if i check in early
they will only make me check it if there's no more room in the overhead bin
also one more question, i know the 3oz rule and the TSA says on their website about razors, will my Gillette fusion razor be ok as a cary on or do i have to get one of those small old school kind
thank you, sorry for such basic questions, i am new to buisness travel, first ever buisness trip i usually just throw everything into the checked luggage and dont worry about it
Jun 21, 2010, 6:12 pm
#14
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: ATL, BHM, DUB, County Wexford
Programs: DL DM, AA ExPlt, Diamond HH, HY, BW, & Titanium Elite Marriott
Posts: 4,864
Hello!!!
I am flying Delta for the first time next week had a few questions for you pro's.
First, i know the max carry on size is a combined 45"
I need to bring a garment bag for my suite so it comes out to 50"
do you think i will be ok with the extra 5"
or will they make me check it?
and on top of that i wanted to bring a small duffel bag
do you think i can bring a small duffel bag along with my garment bag?
THANKS!!
I am flying Delta for the first time next week had a few questions for you pro's.
First, i know the max carry on size is a combined 45"
I need to bring a garment bag for my suite so it comes out to 50"
do you think i will be ok with the extra 5"
or will they make me check it?
and on top of that i wanted to bring a small duffel bag
do you think i can bring a small duffel bag along with my garment bag?
THANKS!!
Now if you are carrying a garment bag that is 1 carry on. If you are carrying the duffle, that is 1 carry on. A personal item is a purse or a laptop. You are allowed 1 personal item. Not both!
By the rules you can carry on the duffle without a problem. You might be able to carry on the garment, but don't take the duffle too. If you get away with this, DO NOT HAVE A purse or laptop bag as well!
Regardless, regular flyers are going to hate you for breaking the rules. Once in a while flyers don't have a clue!
