Delta Airlines has a bereavement fare policy that provides flexibility for everyone if they wish to travel on short notice. We know that it is extremely difficult to travel on short notice, especially if you have lost your loved ones. The Delta Airlines Bereavement Fare Policy provides details on how to travel on a short notice period.

How to Book Delta Airlines Bereavement Fare Policy

• We suggest you contact the customer care representatives of Delta Airlines at 800-221-1212 to take advantage of the policy.
• The Delta Bereavement Fare policy is not available on the official website, and hence, you have to contact the customer care executive.
• If you wish to travel under the policy, it completely depends on the availability of the tickets.
• There might be some promotional fares applicable while booking a ticket through the bereavement policy that will help reduce the total cost.
• The policy provides you flexibility by waiving the service charges.

Who is Eligible for the Delta Airlines Bereavement Fare Policy

• If you need to travel in an emergency due to the death of your family member, you can take advantage of the Bereavement policy on Delta Airlines.
• If you are a member of the SkyMiles Loyalty program, you will certainly get discounted fares on your flight. You may also enroll to take advantage of the benefits.
• You will require certain documentation to purchase a ticket, such as the name of the person who has died, your relationship with the person, the name and contact number of the hospital or funeral home, along with the name of the doctor.

How to know the Immediate Family Definition on Delta Airlines

• The Delta Bereavement Fare policy is applicable only to immediate family members, and not everybody can book a ticket under this policy.

• The immediate family members include:

  • Spouse
  • Parents, step-parents, or parents-in-law.
  • Children, stepchildren, or Son or daughter-in-law.
  • Siblings, siblings in law or step-siblings
  • Grandparents or grandchild
  • Aunt, uncle, nephew, or niece.
• You are not allowed to take advantage of the policy for other people other than the above-mentioned family members.
• You will be required to provide proof of the deceased person and then only you will be liable to take advantage of the policy.

How to know the travelling charges of Infants or Children under the Bereavement Fare Policy

• If you wish to know the travelling charges of infants or children travelling under the delta bereavement fare policy you can contact the customer care representative.
• Moreover, children traveling with grown-ups will be priced the same fare under the policy.
• There is a certain fare policy for the child traveling under these circumstances.
• Whichever is the lower fair price the airline will charge the lowest one possible.
• The infants must travel with a suitable parent or an adult at all times.
• A maximum of two infants are allowed per person to travel without any additional costs.

What is the Delta Airlines Bereavement rule for ticket prices

• Delta allows flexibility in the bereavement policy to eligible passengers in case someone close to them has died.
• The ticket price of the flight will depend on the rules and all the passengers who are eligible will be provided flexibility in their booking.
• You cannot purchase a bereavement fare from the official website of Delta Airlines and you must contact the customer care team of the Airline to purchase your ticket.
• The flight tickets are solely subject to availability and there might be a possibility that they are unavailable during the time of need.
• Delta Airlines also provides low fare price deals and promotions at the official page, and it allows a better option to book the bereavement tickets.

What kind of documents are required for Delta Bereavement Ticket fares

Delta requires some important documents that you cannot miss in any circumstance while purchasing the bereavement fare at Delta flights. Important documents are listed here:

• The name of the person deceased.
• Your actual relationship with the person who has died.
• Your correct name, and phone number of the funeral home and the hospital.
• Doctor's name from the hospital.

Does Delta Airlines provide a special discount to infants and children under the bereavement fare

• No, Delta Airlines does not provide any additional benefits to the children travelling and they will be charged the same price.
• A grown up passenger can carry only two infants at a time.
• Only the infant who is below the age of 2 years can claim a free flight.
• They must purchase a seat for this second infant that they are carrying with them while flying.

What to do in case Delta Airlines Bereavement fares are too high

• If you find the bereavement flight too expensive, you can check for alternative routes such as the departure airports that offer lowest fares.
• You should always search for any discounts or special offers that Delta Airlines provides on flight prices.
• You can also compare prices with other Airlines to find out if they provide you a more affordable option.
• You can also contact Delta Airlines directly and explain your situation and find out whether they can offer you some additional options.
• If you have travel rewards, you can use them to lower the flight fares.
• There are several circumstances and locations, and you can consider alternative modes of transportation in case of an emergency.
• You can also search for financial assistance from some organisations or resources for bereavement travel.

Tips to save more money in bereavement travel

• We recommend you use the frequent flyer miles for any last-minute travel to save more money.
• The flier miles are most suitable at the time of need, and you must check for available award tickets.
• You should always focus on non-stop flights to avoid any kind of delays.
• There are several flexible travel rewards programs, and we suggest using these rewards to book your flight.
• You can also request a waiver or last-minute booking fees due to family emergencies. You Can create a sense of compassion by explaining your situations to the customer service agents.

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