Southern Living reports Delta Air Lines will once again offer nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California.
Here’s everything to know.
When is the route coming back?
The route is scheduled to resume May 7, 2026, after being gone for seven years.
Jun 30, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; A Delta 737-900ER Atlanta to Miami flight taxis to the runway during normal operations as off duty Delta Air Lines pilots picketed at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport as they call out the carrier for mass flight cancellations and push for a new labor contract. The picketing comes before the busy July Fourth travel period gets underway and as Delta has grappled with flight cancellations amid a staffing shortage and surge in travel demand. The airline says the planned union activity will have no impact travel. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY NETWORK
Jun 30, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; A Delta 737-900ER Atlanta to Miami flight taxis to the runway during normal operations as off duty Delta Air Lines pilots picketed at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport as they call out the carrier for mass flight cancellations and push for a new labor contract. The picketing comes before the busy July Fourth travel period gets underway and as Delta has grappled with flight cancellations amid a staffing shortage and surge in travel demand. The airline says the planned union activity will have no impact travel. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY NETWORK
«Delta previously discontinued the JFK–Orange County route due to airport capacity constraints, but its return signals renewed interest in premium domestic travel,» Southern Living wrote. «John Wayne Airport, known for its smaller footprint and easy access to coastal So-Cal communities, remains a favorite among travelers who prefer a calmer alternative to LAX.»
What kind of plane will Delta use?
The airline plans to operate the flight on a Boeing 757.
At the front of the aircraft will be 16 Delta One lie-flat seats, giving passengers room to fully recline during the nearly six-hour trip. Travelers will also be able to book Delta Comfort+ or Main Cabin seats.
Where is Delta Airlines headquartered?
Headquartered in Atlanta, Delta Air Lines is the United States’ oldest operating airline.