Platinum Medallion International Checked Bag Allowance
Sep 19, 2009, 9:36 am
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Platinum Medallion International Checked Bag Allowance
I just spoke to a delta phone agent who told me the free allowance for Platinum medallions is 3 bags up to 70lbs each. I know this used to be the policy back before they started adding the insane baggage fees, can any FT'ers confirm that it is still 3 free up to 70lbs each. The CSR at Delta I spoke with didn't seem certain, and I don't want any surprises when I arrive at the airport tonight.
In a perfect world I would NEVER check any bag onto ANY airline, but sometimes it's unavoidable and this is one of those times...
In a perfect world I would NEVER check any bag onto ANY airline, but sometimes it's unavoidable and this is one of those times...
Sep 19, 2009, 9:42 am
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I was told last week on my INTL flight that it was 2 bag, 70lbs each. I was surprised at the 70lb remark. But they knew about it even in Europe at the outstation.
And to think of all the time I wasted trying to keep my two bags under 22kg each....
And to think of all the time I wasted trying to keep my two bags under 22kg each....
Sep 19, 2009, 9:43 am
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This is my concern, as per usual Delta not knowing their own policies. Can anyone confirm 2 or 3?
Sep 19, 2009, 9:46 am
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In practice it is now 2 bags up to 70lbs for Platinums in coach. First/Business Class passengers are still allowed to check up to three bags up to 70 lbs. but that is only guaranteed for DL's own flights.
Sep 19, 2009, 9:56 am
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My experience has been that if you have a domestic segment on an international ticket that has been upgraded you can check three bags.
Sep 19, 2009, 10:03 am
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It used to be that Platinums got 3 free bags of up to 70lbs regardless of class of travel or destination, but DL cut that benefit too.
Sep 19, 2009, 1:11 pm
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A Platinum booked in first/business on international flights operated by DL get up to 3 free bags of up to 70 pounds. Platinums on a coach-only itinerary only get 2 free bags of up to 70 pounds.
It used to be that Platinums got 3 free bags of up to 70lbs regardless of class of travel or destination, but DL cut that benefit too.
It used to be that Platinums got 3 free bags of up to 70lbs regardless of class of travel or destination, but DL cut that benefit too.
Thanks for the clarification everyone.
Sep 19, 2009, 4:33 pm
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"Each bag must:
Weigh 50 pounds (23 kg) or less.
Not exceed 62 inches (157 cm) when you total length + width + height".
Sep 19, 2009, 4:49 pm
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Originally Posted by delta.com
Will our Medallion members continue to be able to check an additional bag with no additional charge?
Medallion members traveling in the economy cabin will be permitted two bags free of charge up to 70 lbs. for each bag. All passengers traveling in First/Business Class cabin will still be allowed to check up to three bags up to 70 lbs. at no additional charge on Delta and Delta Connection-operated flights only.
Sep 19, 2009, 5:01 pm
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So on a slightly different bag topic. I do an international trip yearly and want to check a fishing rod case that is 6 feet. Do I pay an extra charge as it clearly does not meet the size requirements, but is far under the weight. thanks in advance
Sep 19, 2009, 5:20 pm
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I just spoke to a delta phone agent who told me the free allowance for Platinum medallions is 3 bags up to 70lbs each. I know this used to be the policy back before they started adding the insane baggage fees, can any FT'ers confirm that it is still 3 free up to 70lbs each. The CSR at Delta I spoke with didn't seem certain, and I don't want any surprises when I arrive at the airport tonight.
In a perfect world I would NEVER check any bag onto ANY airline, but sometimes it's unavoidable and this is one of those times...
In a perfect world I would NEVER check any bag onto ANY airline, but sometimes it's unavoidable and this is one of those times...
Did you said tonight? What you can do is: try to check in at home. It will show how many bags you are allow to check in.
So try and check in, it should how many bags you're allowed.
Sep 19, 2009, 6:36 pm
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If you have a confirmed Business Seat chart says 3 bags up to 70lbs
Otherwise 2 bags a 50lbs.
Plats/Gold/Silver do not pay for 2nd bags
Chart does not say Coach Elites get a 3rd bag or 70lbs
But DL Q&A page says the following
http://www.delta.com/help/faqs/baggage/index.jsp#elite
Will our Medallion members continue to be able to check an additional bag with no additional charge?
Medallion members traveling in the economy cabin will be permitted two bags free of charge up to 70 lbs. for each bag. All passengers traveling in First/Business Class cabin will still be allowed to check up to three bags up to 70 lbs. at no additional charge on Delta and Delta Connection-operated flights only.
Sep 19, 2009, 6:50 pm
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Beware of heavy bags. Our problem is not the international flight, but flights within Europe after we arrive. We check all connections and pack for the most restrictive.
Comming nack from London with a non-elite friend who had one bag over by 3 pounds and one under by almost 10. They delayed the whole line and made him shift weight to the lighter bag.
Returning from Africa they weighed all my bags together and let the heavy one through. Never can tell what you'll come up against.
Comming nack from London with a non-elite friend who had one bag over by 3 pounds and one under by almost 10. They delayed the whole line and made him shift weight to the lighter bag.
Returning from Africa they weighed all my bags together and let the heavy one through. Never can tell what you'll come up against.
Sep 19, 2009, 9:05 pm
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Beware of heavy bags. Our problem is not the international flight, but flights within Europe after we arrive. We check all connections and pack for the most restrictive.
Comming nack from London with a non-elite friend who had one bag over by 3 pounds and one under by almost 10. They delayed the whole line and made him shift weight to the lighter bag.
Returning from Africa they weighed all my bags together and let the heavy one through. Never can tell what you'll come up against.
Comming nack from London with a non-elite friend who had one bag over by 3 pounds and one under by almost 10. They delayed the whole line and made him shift weight to the lighter bag.
Returning from Africa they weighed all my bags together and let the heavy one through. Never can tell what you'll come up against.
Sep 19, 2009, 9:10 pm
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