Fifty New Routes by American Airlines, Delta, Air Canada, AirAsia, British Airways, and More This October to Surge Travel Sector

Thursday, October 3, 2024

This October, the travel sector is set to skyrocket with fifty exciting new flight routes from major airlines across the globe. Airlines like American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Air Canada, AirAsia, British Airways, and more are expanding their networks, offering travelers more options than ever before as per our research from TTW. These new routes not only open up travel opportunities but also signify a rebound in international tourism and air travel demand.

American Airlines Expands Global Network

American Airlines is leading the charge with two notable routes launching on October 26. The airline is introducing a daily service from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Brisbane (BNE), utilizing the Boeing 787-9, marking its longest nonstop route at over 8,300 miles. Additionally, American is resuming daily flights between DFW and Rio de Janeiro (GIG), served by Boeing 787-8 aircraft, re-establishing a vital connection between the U.S. and Brazil.

Delta Air Lines Connects Orlando and London

Delta Air Lines is joining the surge with a new seasonal route connecting Orlando (MCO) to London Heathrow (LHR). The service, starting on October 27, will operate four times a week with the advanced Airbus A330-900neo. This route enhances Delta’s transatlantic offerings, catering to the growing demand for travel between the U.S. and the U.K.

Air Canada Expands into India

Air Canada is strengthening its presence in the Indian market with a new daily flight between London Heathrow (LHR) and Delhi (DEL), launching on October 27. The airline will utilize the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner for this route, which will also connect to transatlantic services from Calgary and Vancouver, reinforcing the airline’s connectivity between North America and India.

AirAsia Broadens Reach in Southeast Asia

AirAsia is making waves with several new routes this month, including a direct service from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Amritsar (ATQ) starting on October 2. The route will be served by the Airbus A321neo four times a week, providing another key connection between Southeast Asia and India.

Meanwhile, Indonesia AirAsia will launch a daily flight between Jakarta (CGK) and Hong Kong (HKG) on October 8, further expanding its regional reach in Asia.

British Airways Revives Long-Haul Flights to Bangkok

British Airways is reviving its long-haul service between London Gatwick (LGW) and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK), set to begin on October 28. The airline will operate the route three times per week with Boeing 777 aircraft, offering a convenient connection for travelers between Europe and Thailand.

Exciting New Routes from Various Airlines

Beyond these launches, a host of other airlines are adding new connections that promise to boost travel options worldwide:

Here is the full list of new airline routes starting in October 2024 as per our research from Travel and Tour World:

This list covers all the new routes launching in October 2024 by different airlines.

Sky-High Travel Opportunities

With routes spanning continents, from North America to Asia, Africa, and beyond, these new flights will help drive a significant surge in international travel. Airlines are responding to rising demand by offering more choices, connecting key cities, and opening up new leisure and business travel opportunities.

This wave of new routes marks a pivotal moment for the global travel industry as it continues to recover and expand post-pandemic, offering travelers more flexibility and destinations to explore.

As the aviation sector continues its comeback, travelers can expect even more exciting announcements in the coming months, making now the perfect time to plan new adventures.

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