Delta is upping its ambitions in Texas, a longtime stronghold of American Airlines and Southwest.
Austin could be on its way to becoming Delta’s next hub: The carrier opened a base with 100 flight attendants at the airport, secured 15 gates, and is opening another lounge.
Delta is launching the airport’s first nonstop service to Europe with a route to Paris that’s set to begin operations on March 27, 2027. And at Delta’s merch store, under a section where it sells merchandise themed around its hubs, it is selling Austin-themed pint glasses, keychains, and t-shirts.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian told the “Airlines Confidential” podcast Wednesday that the carrier wants to be bigger in Texas, seeking more growth in Austin and San Antonio.
“Whether it’s the buildout in Austin or