Damaged Baggage , Go to footer note. Delayed Baggage , Go to footer note. If your checked bag is delayed and not at baggage claim when you arrive, make a report so we can help you find it. Lost Baggage , Go to footer note. We can help you get reimbursed for your bag. If items are missing from your checked bag after arrival, submit a claim to request reimbursement. If your bag is damaged in transit, we may be able to repair or replace it. Please note, Delta does not reimburse for normal wear and tear.
If the Transportation Security Administration TSA selected your bag for random search, a written note of inspection will be inside your bag or attached to a seal on the outside.
If you believe your bag was damaged during the search, please contact TSA directly at for help. If we find your bag within 5 days of your arrival, your bag will be delivered to you based on the information provided in your baggage report and no further action is needed.
Sometimes, you may need to request reimbursement for reasonable expenses caused by a bag delay. If your bag is not located within 21 days of your arrival, we regret to share that the bag is likely lost. If you discover items are missing from your checked bag, we apologize for any inconvenience. To help resolve this issue, follow the steps below:. If you left an item on a plane, anywhere at the airport or in a Delta Sky Club, please visit the Lost and Found page to start a claim for your lost item.
To request reimbursement for reasonable expenses caused by a damaged bag , Go to footer note , delayed bag , Go to footer note or checked bag with missing items , Go to footer note :. Refunds for checked bag fees are issued as follows:. Exceptions apply, and bag fees will not be refunded due to a delay in bag delivery if the bag is delayed because:.
