EIGHT new transatlantic routes are set to take flight in 2026.
Several major airlines are set to launch new transatlantic routes from the US and Canada.
Ethias Airlines announced a new route from Charlotte, North Carolina[/caption]
Several other airlines announced new transatlantic routes[/caption]
The new routes feature stops in major tourist hubs, including Barcelona, Athens, and Nice.
Ethiad Airlines announced it will begin flying from Charlotte to Abu Dhabi, making it the first Middle Eastern operator at the North Carolina airport, Simple Flying reported.
The route spans 6,437 nautical miles and will run four times a week starting May 4, 2026.
Delta also announced three new routes, with the first route set to take flight on May 6, 2026.
The airline, ranked as the world’s best by The Points Guy, will launch its new flights by offering flyers four weekly flights from Seattle to Rome Fiumicino.
Alaska Airlines is also expected to begin flights to Rome, although the exact date has not been announced.
On May 7, 2026, Delta will also launch its Seattle-to-Barcelona flight.
The route will occur three times per week on its A330-900 planes.
The airline also announced new nonstop flights from JFK to Porto, running from May 2026 to October 2026.
“Delta’s new nonstop service from JFK to Porto is part of seven new European routes launching next summer, giving customers even more opportunities to experience Europe and enjoy our award-winning service and premium onboard experience,” said Paul Baldoni, Senior Vice President of Network Planning at Delta, in a statement.
“Whether discovering Portugal or traveling to our other new destinations such as Sardinia and Malta, these additions expand choice for our customers and reinforce JFK’s role as a leading global gateway.”
The CCO at ANA Aeroportos de Porto called the new route a “significant milestone” for the city.
“This new route strengthens Porto’s global connectivity — not only through the direct link to New York-JFK, but also via Delta’s vast network,” Karen Strougo said in a statement.
“It supports the region’s thriving tourism industry, and offers residents an excellent direct link to the U.S.”
New routes in 2026
- May 4: Ethiad introduces Abu Dhabi to Charlotte route
- May 6: Delta introduces Seattle to Rome Fiumicino route
- May 7: Delta introduces Seattle to Barcelona route
- May 10: Royal Jordanian introduces to Amman to Dallas/Fort Worth route
- May 16: Delta introduces Boston to Nice route
- May 21: American Airlines introduces Dallas/Fort Worth to Athens route
- June 4: Air Canada introduces Montreal to Catania route
- June 17: Air Canada introduces Montreal to Palma route
American and Royal Jordanian both announced two new transatlantic routes departing from the US.
American will begin daily flights from Dallas to Athens starting May 21, 2026.
Royal Jordanian will also begin a new route from Dallas/Fort Worth to Amman.
The route will take place four times a week starting May 10, 2026.
In Canada, Air Canada will begin two new transatlantic flights.
The prominent Canadian airline will begin flying from Montreal to Catania three times per week starting June 4, 2026.
On June 17, the airline will begin flights from Montreal to Palma de Mallorca four times per week.
