Delta doubles down on Seattle with new global routes and two new lounges

Operating more than 220 daily departures from LGA, Delta remains the airport’s largest carrier, and the fully modernized Terminal C continues to deliver greater comfort, efficiency and signature hospitality just in time for the busy summer travel season. 

The Delta team has once again been named the best U.S. airline in The Points Guy’s annual ranking, based on an extensive analysis of 2024 data on operational reliability, customer experience, cost and reach, and loyalty.

Delta reinforces its commitment to Seattle with the launch of new nonstop service to Barcelona and Rome and the debut of two premier experiences—a Delta One Lounge and Delta Sky Club— in one 24,000-square-foot-space inspired by the Emerald City.

The app update expands on United’s use of AI to help customers make connecting flights on time.

The Chicago-based carrier unveiled the 1,500-square-foot space on Wednesday, and it'll officially open to the public on Friday, June 20.

American Airlines continues to invest in the Miami community with its latest plans to build a brand-new Flagship® lounge at Miami International Airport, along with expanding its Admirals Club® lounge footprint. Once complete, the expansion and upgrades will nearly double the amount of lounge space for American customers traveling through MIA. 

Technology is making travel on American Airlines easier and more reliable this summer. From planning a trip to getting to your destination, technology is at the center of customers’ travel experiences.

Alaska Airlines is bringing TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID to Seattle, Portland, and Los Angeles.

Air India has announced temporary reductions in its narrowbody flight schedule, impacting both domestic and regional international services. The changes, effective until at least 15 July 2025, affect flights departing from key cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Pune.

Emirates and Uber have announced a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding to explore ways to make journeys more seamless, effortless and rewarding for travellers. This includes enhancing the on-ground mobility experience for Emirates customers, while offering Skywards members loyalty benefits when using the Uber platform across select markets within the Emirates network.*

Spanish airline Iberia wants to be a bigger player in the Americas, with plans for dozens of new planes and more routes to the region.

JetBlue Airways plans to exit Miami International Airport and scale back at Seattle-Tacoma as part of a series of network adjustments.

The next time you take a flight with JetBlue and need to check a bag, you'll have better track options in the app and with AirTags.

Marriott International, Inc. announces plans to expand its operations in Africa with the anticipated addition of over 50 properties and more than 9,000 rooms by the end of 2027. The company’s growth strategy includes the expected entry into five markets - Cape Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, The Democratic Republic of Congo, Madagascar and Mauritania. 

Radisson RED, which is known for its bold and cutting-edge upscale design, is set to open in Leman Street, located near the City of London, close to both the heart of London's financial district with a few minutes' walk to Liverpool Street Station, while also close to London's creative east-end and some of its most famous landmarks such as Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.

The transformation of New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport continues to surge ahead. This week, the airport reached a substantial milestone when the brand-new Terminal 6 finished its curtain walls and enclosed the new terminal for the first time.

The new Aerotrain service at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport will officially begin operations come July 1.

Members of American Airlines’ loyalty program, AAdvantage, can finally redeem miles on the airline’s South American partner, JetSmart.

BOZEMAN, MT (June 17, 2025) Alaska Airlines' service to Boise, ID will return to BZN for seasonal daily service beginning October 5, 2025 through April 21, 2026. 

Our guests are looking for a travel experience that's simply better, and we're here to deliver. By the end of 2025, our fleet will feature several exciting changes that give you the premium experience you deserve.

All Nippon Airways has unveiled its new business class, THE Room FX, which features sliding doors, extra-wide seating, and rear-facing seats.

Starting May 4, 2026, the carrier will once again plan to fly between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Helsinki Airport three times per week during the summer.

JetBlue will cut its route map and park planes in a larger effort to reduce expenses as economic uncertainty takes a toll on its balance sheet.

Qatar Airways partners with Michelin legend Yannick Alléno, debuting elevated menus and a new Pavyllon restaurant in Doha’s lounge.

Honeywell Aerospace, which has been in the midst of a process to be spun off from its parent company, Honeywell, following pressure from Elliott Investment Management, announced that Southwest Airlines, another entity pressured by Elliott, has chosen its SmartRunway and SmartLanding software to increase runway safety.