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Delta Air Lines is expanding its flight options from Austin with the launch of a new nonstop route to Phoenix and the winter extension of its Austin–Bozeman service. The additions are designed to give travelers from Central Texas more opportunities to reach some of the western United States’ most popular outdoor destinations.

“Austin continues to be an important and growing city for Delta,” said Amy Martin, Delta’s Vice President of Network Planning. “By adding service to Phoenix and expanding our Bozeman route into the winter season, we’re giving customers in Austin even more access to top requested destinations while strengthening connections to key business markets across the West.”

New nonstop service to Phoenix

Beginning Nov. 9, 2026, Delta will introduce twice-daily nonstop flights between Austin and Phoenix. The route will be operated by Delta Connection using an Embraer 175 aircraft.

The new service links Central Texas with Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, known for its culinary scene, championship golf courses and desert hiking opportunities. The route also provides convenient access to nearby destinations such as Scottsdale and Sedona.

Bozeman service expands for winter travel

Delta will also extend its new Austin–Bozeman service into the winter season. The route is scheduled to launch June 13, 2026, initially operating once a week on Saturdays during the summer.

From Dec. 19, 2026, through Mar. 28, 2027, the service will expand to daily flights. The winter schedule makes it easier for Austin travelers to reach Montana during peak ski season, when visitors head to Big Sky Resort and explore the winter scenery of Yellowstone National Park.

Growing Delta network in Austin

Delta continues to expand its presence at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. During summer 2026 the airline plans to operate 63 peak-day departures from Austin, five more daily departures than the previous year.

By December 2026 Delta expects to serve 30 destinations from Austin, offering travelers a wider range of domestic and international connections.

In addition to Phoenix and Bozeman, the airline is adding service in 2026 to Asheville, Columbus, Kalispell and Kansas City. Delta has also recently launched its first international routes from Austin to Cancun and Cabo San Lucas, providing direct access to two of Mexico’s most popular beach destinations.

Delta strengthens its Austin presence

Passengers departing from Austin can also use one of the most popular Delta Sky Clubs in the airline’s global network. The lounge is known for its Texas-inspired design and beverage menu featuring premium tequila and mezcal selections. Over the past three years it has consistently ranked among the highest in customer satisfaction in the southern region of Delta’s network.

Delta further reinforced its long-term commitment to Central Texas in October last year by opening a permanent flight attendant base in Austin.

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