Delta Air Lines Announces New Summer 2026 Europe Routes

Delta Air Lines has revealed an expanded summer 2026 schedule including new direct services to key European destinations.

The airline will add flights from New York (JFK) and Atlanta to Lisbon, Porto, and Nice, capitalizing on strong demand for leisure travel and beach destinations.

Delta executives said the new routes will operate with fuel-efficient Airbus A321neo aircraft, which offer improved environmental performance and passenger comfort.

The flights are timed to coincide with European summer festivals, cultural events, and peak tourism demand — a move expected to benefit both business and leisure travelers.

Tourism boards in Portugal and the French Riviera welcomed the announcement, citing increased hotel bookings and economic impact from U.S. visitors.

Analysts say the expansion underscores Delta’s strategy to increase transatlantic connectivity and compete strongly with other carriers on key international corridors.