Delta Air Lines will commence nonstop service between Los Angeles and Manila on March 28, 2027. The airline will operate three flights per week initially, ramping up to daily flights by June 7.
A New Era in Trans-Pacific Air Travel
This new service will utilize the Airbus A350-900, featuring multiple cabin options including economy, premium economy, and business class. Delta becomes the sole U.S. carrier providing direct flights on this route, directly competing with Philippine Airlines.
Philippine Airlines recently expanded its own service from 14 to 18 flights weekly between Manila and Los Angeles, driven by increasing demand.
More flights and more choices are good for travelers. Greater competition can help make air travel more accessible and affordable for Filipinos.
Dita Angara-Mathay, Tourism Secretary
- Delta's flights will enhance connectivity for the Filipino-American community in Southern California.
- The U.S. is the largest source of foreign visitors to the Philippines, with 707,394 arrivals reported as of mid-July.
The addition of Delta's nonstop flights is expected to benefit both travelers and the tourism sector, as it simplifies travel for overseas Filipinos and balikbayans returning home.
Delta's entry into the Manila market follows United Airlines, which currently operates flights to both Manila and Cebu. This development reflects a growing interest among U.S. airlines in expanding their presence in the Asia-Pacific region.