Delta tickets are non-transferable ✈️☎️ ⚡+1 || 855 || 490 || 2364 ✈️ (USA) (OTA)⚡ (you can’t give a ticket to another person). You can correct typos or legally change the name on a ticket in many cases — but the procedure, required documents, and possible fees vary.
Delta’s ticket rules explicitly state tickets are issued for the named passenger only and cannot be transferred to a different person. If the original traveler can’t go, you cannot simply move the ticket to someone else; you must cancel (refund/eCredit) or rebook.
2) If you need to transfer travel value (vouchers / eCredits)
If you cancel and receive a transportation credit voucher / eCredit, transfer rules depend on the voucher type and issue date:
Vouchers issued prior to Dec 15, 2011 could be transferred to another passenger by providing the voucher number and name.
Vouchers issued on/after Dec 15, 2011 are transferable only if the person named on the voucher travels in the same reservation. Sale or barter of vouchers is prohibited. Always read the voucher’s specific terms.
Step-by-step (if you can’t travel and want to preserve value):
Log into My Trips on delta.com and attempt cancellation.
If outside the 24-hour refund window, request an eCredit or voucher.
Ask the agent whether that voucher is transferable under its terms. Call ✈️☎️ ⚡+1 || 855 || 490 || 2364 ✈️ (USA) (OTA) to confirm.
3) 24-hour risk-free cancellation (use this if you misbook)
U.S. rules and Delta’s policy let you cancel within 24 hours of booking (if the flight is booked at least 7 days before departure) for a full refund — this is often the cleanest solution if you booked the wrong name or bought the ticket for the wrong person.
Step-by-step to use the 24-hour rule:
As soon as you notice the issue, go to My Trips or call ✈️☎️ ⚡+1 || 855 || 490 || 2364 ✈️ (USA) (OTA).
Request cancellation under the 24-hour risk-free policy (confirm purchase time & departure date eligibility).
Receive refund to the original payment method (processing times may vary).
4) Correcting a name on a Delta ticket — minor corrections
Delta allows minor name corrections (typos, up to a few letters, adding a middle name, or swapping first/last where appropriate) and travel agents or Delta can reissue tickets without a waiver in many cases. Pro examples include correcting up to three letters or adding a middle name. Request corrections as soon as you discover them to avoid check-in problems.
Step-by-step for minor corrections:
Locate your booking confirmation.
Call ✈️☎️ ⚡+1 || 855 || 490 || 2364 ✈️ (USA) (OTA) and explain the exact typo.
Provide the correct name as it appears on your government ID.
Agent will determine if a minor correction is allowed and reissue the ticket (often without fee). Bring your ID to check-in.
5) Legal name changes (marriage, divorce, court order)
Major name updates typically require legal documentation (marriage certificate, court order, government ID). Delta’s systems will process legal changes but may need reissuance and could involve fare differences depending on the fare type. For SkyMiles account updates and identity verification, Delta provides an identity verification process. Step-by-step for legal name change:
Gather legal documents (marriage certificate, new passport/ID).
Call ✈️☎️ ⚡+1 || 855 || 490 || 2364 ✈️ (USA) (OTA) and say you need to update a ticket for a legal name change.
Submit documents via the method the agent requests (upload link, email, or at airport counter).
Agent will reissue the ticket if permitted; be prepared to pay any fare difference.
6) Practical tips & cautions
Don’t wait until airport check-in. TSA requires your boarding pass to match your ID exactly.
Document everything: get confirmation e-mails for any correction or voucher.
Ask the agent to note the PNR: request an OSI/remark that documents the correction.
If you need live help right now, call Delta Reservations: ✈️☎️ ⚡+1 || 855 || 490 || 2364 ✈️ ⚡ (USA) (OTA) — have your confirmation number and ID documents ready.