Delta Air Lines Adds New Route from Los Angeles to Vancouver
Source: The Points Guy
Summary
Delta Air Lines will launch twice-daily nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) starting November 21. This route was last flown by Delta in 2018. Vancouver is Delta’s latest international addition from LAX, following new service to Hong Kong and Melbourne. The airline is adding this route despite moderating its growth due to high fuel prices.
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The escape is carefully planned.
Delta’s new route to Vancouver offers a convenient connection to “Hollywood North” from Los Angeles. The airline will operate twice-daily flights on an Airbus A319. This route is part of Delta’s strategy to add new routes in competitive markets. The airline faces stiff competition from Air Canada, American Airlines, Flair Airlines, United Airlines, and WestJet on the LAX-YVR route. The trip promises a break from the usual routine, but don’t expect to escape the crowds.
Author: Evan Null
Delta’s Growth Strategy
Despite high fuel prices, Delta is continuing to add new routes, particularly in competitive markets. The airline has unveiled new service to Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS) in California’s wine country and is adding flights on former Spirit Airlines routes from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), and Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Competition on the LAX-YVR Route
Delta faces stiff competition on the LAX-YVR route, with Air Canada, American Airlines, Flair Airlines, United Airlines, and WestJet already serving the market. This competition may lead to more options and better prices for travelers.
