Austin, August 24, 2025
News Summary
Delta Air Lines is significantly enhancing its service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport with new nonstop routes to Denver, Columbus, and Kansas City. The increased flights reflect a growing demand, as Delta carried over one million passengers in the area, marking a notable increase. The airline’s expansion also includes additional flights to San Francisco and Indianapolis. Furthermore, Delta plans to establish a permanent flight attendant base in Austin, creating about 125 jobs. This expansion demonstrates the airline’s commitment to the Austin travel market and its operational growth.
Austin, Texas – Delta Air Lines is significantly expanding its service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) with the addition of three new nonstop routes to Denver (DEN), Columbus (CMH), and Kansas City (MCI). This expansion aims to enhance travel options for passengers and comes at a time when Delta is experiencing a notable increase in passenger traffic in the Austin area.
The new nonstop flights will commence as follows: service to Denver will begin on November 9, 2025, featuring twice-daily flights. Columbus and Kansas City will see new service starting on June 7, 2026, with Columbus having once-daily flights, and Kansas City being serviced with twice-daily flights. All these new routes will be operated on Embraer 175 aircraft through Delta’s connection partner SkyWest.
In addition to the new routes, Delta is also ramping up its service on existing routes. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) will be increased from once daily to twice daily starting April 13, 2026. Similarly, the Austin-Indianapolis (IND) route will see an expansion from once daily to three times daily, also beginning June 7, 2026.
In total, Delta has reportedly carried over one million passengers to and from Austin in 2025, reflecting a 12% increase over the previous year. This growth underscores Delta’s commitment to increasing its footprint in the Austin travel market. Furthermore, the airline plans to introduce new domestic flights to Palm Springs (PSP) in November 2025 and will resume international service to popular destinations like Cancun (CUN) and Cabo San Lucas (SJD) in December 2025.
Delta will also establish a permanent flight attendant base in Austin starting in October 2025. This move will create approximately 125 jobs and is expected to improve operational efficiency for the airline. Delta’s ongoing commitment to expanding operations in Austin is evidenced by its current offering of nearly 30 destinations from the airport, as well as the presence of one of the most popular Delta Sky Clubs. This clubhouse has been recognized for high customer satisfaction in the Southern region for the last three years.
The expansion plans have garnered positive responses from local leaders. The Chief Executive Officer of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport noted the importance of community investment and collaboration with Delta for expanding travel options available to customers. Texas Senator Ted Cruz has also expressed support for the expansion, indicating that it will enhance travel choices while creating well-paying jobs within the state.
As of May 2025, Delta surpassed American Airlines to become the second-largest airline operating at AUS, following Southwest Airlines. This growth indicates Delta’s strategic focus on strengthening its network in Austin amidst rising passenger demand.
Key Features of Delta Expansion at AUS
- New Nonstop Routes:
- Denver (DEN): Twice-daily service starting November 9, 2025
- Columbus (CMH): Once-daily service starting June 7, 2026
- Kansas City (MCI): Twice-daily service starting June 7, 2026
- Increased Service:
- San Francisco (SFO): Flights increasing to twice daily from April 13, 2026
- Austin-Indianapolis (IND): Expanding to three times daily from June 7, 2026
- Job Creation: Establishment of a flight attendant base in Austin creating 125 jobs
- Passenger Growth: Over one million passengers carried in 2025, a 12% increase
- Future Plans: New flights to Palm Springs (PSP) in November 2025; resumption of service to Cancun (CUN) and Cabo San Lucas (SJD) in December 2025
FAQ
What new routes is Delta Air Lines introducing from Austin?
Delta is launching new nonstop routes to Denver (DEN), Columbus (CMH), and Kansas City (MCI), starting from November 9, 2025, and June 7, 2026.
When will Delta’s new flights to Columbus and Kansas City begin?
The flights to Columbus (CMH) and Kansas City (MCI) will begin on June 7, 2026.
How many additional jobs will Delta create with its flight attendant base in Austin?
Delta plans to create approximately 125 jobs by establishing a permanent flight attendant base in Austin.
Key Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Routes | Denver, Columbus, Kansas City |
| Start Dates | November 9, 2025 (Denver), June 7, 2026 (Columbus & Kansas City) |
| Additional Flights | San Francisco (twice daily), Indianapolis (three times daily) |
| Passenger Growth | 1 million passengers in 2025, 12% increase |
| Job Creation | 125 jobs from Austin flight attendant base |
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