In a first for a U.S. airline, Delta Air Lines will roll out “basic” business and first-class fares in 2026, according to an executive at the carrier. Basic fares mean fewer perks — such as ticket ...

In a major shift for U.S. air travel, Delta Air Lines is pioneering a new way to make premium seats more accessible by extending its “Basic” fare option into business and first class, which is a move ...

Delta Air Lines is preparing to fundamentally reshape how premium cabins are sold, with new “Basic” business class and first class fares launching in 2026. The Atlanta-based carrier will be the first ...

Feeling frugal? Soon enough, you may still be able to fly first-class. Delta Air Lines has unveiled a plan to launch tiered fares for both business and first-class, meaning you could soon snag a ...

I flew first-class with Delta from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida, in October 2025. It was my first time upgrading to the airline's premium cabin, and I was surprised by the food. I didn't expect to ...