How Do I Change My Seat on Delta Airlines?

Delta Airlines strives to satisfy its customers' needs by ensuring that they are comfortable during their travel. The airline allows travelers to make standard seat or flight changes for up to 24 hours of their departure. However, some tickets such as the basic economy fares seats cannot be changed after the risk-free cancellation stage.

Why airlines may change your seat

There are instances where the airline may change your place without your consent. The Delta's contract of carriage states that it may delay or cancel flights, substitute aircraft or carriers, change seat assignment, or omit stopping places indicated on the ticket at any time. Therefore, when booking your trip, don't be too confident that you'll get your desired seat. Below are some instances where your seat may be changed:

• The airline may change the aircraft minutes before the flight, and the layout of the cabin may change.
• The plane may have less premium economy seats or there may be less legroom in a specific row than expected.
• The airline may also switch places to accommodate large families that are traveling together. This may lead to clients having different seats, and it may be challenging to change your position.
• In some cases, clients are required to pay an additional cost to switch their places.

A seat upgrade may be a reason you need to switch your seats. Upgrading to first or business class provides you with more luxury and comfort. You may request a special meal, more legroom, and access in-flight entertainment and complimentary. Below are the steps to switch your seat on Delta Airlines:

Steps to change seats on Delta Airlines

1. Visit https://www.delta.com/
2. Log-in and select "Manage My trips" on the home page
3. Key in your ticket number as well as your first and last name on the provided space
4. Select the flight and seat you would like to change
5. Click on "Modify seat or flight."
6. Select the new place you would like to switch to, and search for the positions available on the flight
7. Click on "Start seat modification."
8. Key in your credit card number in case you need to pay an additional charge for the changes.
9. Click enter to finish the process.

Other options to contact Delta Airlines

Calling Customer Care: You may reach out to the customer care agents who'll provide you with in-depth information on how to upgrade your seat. The customer care agents are available to assist clients on a 24/7 basis.

Help Desk: Delta Airlines' customer FAQ forum and online help desk is a platform where clients can interact with each other to share their experiences regarding the airline. Customers can inquire about their flight needs and interact with customer care agents. Travelers also get to post their queries on the forum and airline agents respond to them.