Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines is a major American airline with a history that began in 1925 as the world's first commercial aerial crop dusting company. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta has grown into one of the largest airlines globally, employing nearly 80,000 people and operating extensive domestic and international routes. Delta provides a wide range of passenger air travel services, including economy, premium economy, business, and first-class options. The airline also offers cargo transport services and has a frequent-flyer program called SkyMiles, which rewards loyal customers with travel benefits. Delta operates a modern fleet featuring various Boeing and Airbus models, ensuring comfort and reliability for its passengers. The airline targets a diverse customer base, including business and leisure travelers, while also catering to cargo clients through its air freight services.

Airlines/aviation Atlanta, United States Founded 1925 ~37,519 employees NASDAQ: DAL

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Employees
37,519
+0.2% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$1.7M
Revenue ~$61.9B
Stock
DAL
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
3.3%
Tech: 8.5%
H1B filings, FY2026
67
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Delta Air Lines went from 35,874 employees in Jul 2023 to 37,519 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 748 people joined, 310 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other25,564
Operations3,476
Engineering3,082
Success2,767
Sales1,338
Marketing441
HR345
Finance310

Executive compensation

Salaries at Delta Air Lines

All salaries

94 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity ยท India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering338
Operations60
IT16
Consulting13
Marketing6

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 67 filings.

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Delta Air Lines FAQ

How many employees does Delta Air Lines have?

Delta Air Lines has about 37,519 employees, up 0.2% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Delta Air Lines sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Delta Air Lines filed 67 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Delta Air Lines's revenue per employee?

Delta Air Lines makes about $1.65M in revenue per employee, based on $61.92B annual revenue and 37,519 employees.

How much does Delta Air Lines pay?

6figr has 94 salary profiles for Delta Air Lines in the US and 27 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Delta Air Lines salaries page. See Delta Air Lines salaries in the US

Is Delta Air Lines a public company?

Yes. Delta Air Lines is publicly traded under the ticker DAL on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.