Delta Introduces Numbered Boarding Zones to Simplify Boarding Process

Delta is introducing numbered boarding zones on May 1 for all flights to simplify and streamline the boarding process.

Passengers will be assigned a zone number instead of boarding groups like "Sky Priority." Boarding order will not change.

Delta says this will make boarding easier for infrequent travelers and non-English speakers.

Some experts question whether this will meaningfully speed up the boarding process since the order isn't changing.

Delta believes the change will provide more clarity and consistency, especially for international travelers on mixed itineraries.