Delta Air Lines is gearing up to provide travelers an extra dose of comfort and accessibility this northern winter. The airline recently announced that it’s ramping up its Los Angeles to Sydney flights to double daily. This move is set to provide travelers with more flight options, and also brings Delta’s service frequency on this route to an all-time high. Moreover, this impressive 7,488-mile route is already serviced by four carriers, further enhancing its accessibility.
From mid-December onwards, passengers can avail themselves of these additional flights, aligning perfectly with Australia’s peak summer season and the festive Christmas rush. The renowned Airbus A350-900, an aircraft known for its comfort and efficiency, will be the star of this route.
All About the Flight Details
Delta Air Lines has decided to deploy their 306-seat Airbus A350-900 on this busy route. This aircraft provides a comprehensive travel experience across four classes. It features 32 Delta One seats, 48 seats in Premium Select, 36 seats in Comfort+, and 190 in the Main Cabin, thus accommodating a wide variety of travel preferences.
As per the local schedule, flights from Los Angeles to Sydney will take off at 8:35 pm (DL43) and 10:10 pm (DL41) and arrive two days later at 6:50 am and 8:20 am, respectively. The return flights from Sydney to Los Angeles are scheduled to depart at 11:25 am (DL40) and 2:15 pm (DL42), landing on the same day at 6:05 am and 9:05 am.
Reflecting on Delta’s Sydney History
Since the launch of the Sydney route in 2009, Delta has witnessed steady passenger traffic. In 2019, a decade after its inception, the airline carried approximately 185,000 passengers on this route, boasting a seat load factor of 88%, as per US T-100 data from the Department of Transportation.
Further analysis reveals that about 59% of Sydney passengers transited through Delta’s Los Angeles hub, while 20% were point-to-point. Meanwhile, 15% ‘bridged’ both Los Angeles and Sydney (e.g., JFK-Los Angeles-Sydney-Melbourne), and 6% transited between Sydney and Los Angeles. Interestingly, these latter two categories of passengers were highly influenced by Delta’s partnership with Virgin Australia, which concluded last year.
Notably, Delta’s decision to increase the frequency and seating capacity on this route shows unwavering confidence, despite the absence of a codeshare partner.
Furthermore, another exciting development from Delta is the upcoming launch of a daily Los Angeles-Auckland route from October 28th. This new offering will also exclusively use the A350-900, marking another significant milestone in Delta’s expansion strategy.
Delta Air Lines is proving its commitment to enhancing the travel experience by doubling down on the popular Los Angeles to Sydney route. By providing more flight options and a comfortable journey on the Airbus A350-900, Delta continues to stand out in the aviation industry. This move, along with the new LA-Auckland route, is a clear indication of Delta’s vision to provide accessible, comfortable, and efficient flights for all passengers, thus elevating their journeys to new heights.
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