Delta Air Lines DAL is strengthening its presence in Austin by launching its first-ever nonstop service between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (“AUS”) and Paris-Charles de Gaulle (“CDG”), starting March 27, 2027. The daily summer-season service will be operated on Airbus A330-900neo aircraft, giving Austin travelers direct access to Paris and one-stop connectivity to nearly 70 destinations across Europe, India and Africa through Delta’s joint venture with Air France-KLM.
The new Paris route is a positive development for Delta as it expands its international network from Austin and taps into growing travel demand in the region. The airline will offer up to 10 weekly nonstop flights between Austin and Europe during the peak summer period, including service to Paris and Amsterdam. This expanded connectivity will support passenger growth while strengthening Delta’s competitive position in the fast-growing Central Texas market.
Delta is also expanding its domestic and leisure network from Austin. The airline will launch daily nonstop service to San Diego in April 2027, extend Austin-Cancun service year-round and add a second daily Austin-San Jose flight. By summer 2027, Delta expects to serve about 30 destinations from Austin with more than 70 peak-day departures, indicating a significant increase in capacity and network reach.
Overall, the Austin expansion is likely to support Delta’s passenger revenues and network growth by adding new international connectivity while increasing domestic and leisure options. The airline’s continued investment in employees, airport facilities and future gate capacity further positions Austin as an important growth market, although the benefits will depend on sustained demand and the successful ramp-up of the new routes.
DAL’s Share Price Performance
DAL’s shares have gained 46.3% over the past year compared with the Transportation – Airline industry’s 8.7% growth.
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DAL’s Zacks Rank
DAL currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Stocks to Consider
Investors interested in the Zacks Transportation sector may consider Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.EXPD and LATAM Airlines GroupLTM.
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EXPD has an expected earnings growth rate of 28.6% for 2026. The company has an encouraging earnings surprise history. Its earnings outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average beat of 17.15%.
LATAM Airlines Group currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.
LTM has an expected earnings growth rate of 10.3% for the current year. The company has an encouraging earnings surprise history. Its earnings topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average beat of 97.9%.
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