Flying standby can be worthwhile but it comes with it’s consequences too. This isn’t only with Delta Airlines but any airlines that you try flying standby with.

When flying standby keep in mind that you can’t just tell the airline you want to fly standby, you have to fly via a buddy pass, as a dependent, or work for an airline with benefits.

The positives of flying Standby with Delta
1. Cheaper flights
2. Change flights with no fees

The Negatives of flying standby
1. No guarantees with flights.
2. Getting stuck in an unwanted destination

Overall if you work by the internet and are flexible, flying standby can be worthwhile since it leaves you flexible to explore the places you want.