Delta Air Lines (DL) has recently revamped its route offerings, as detailed in the latest Adrian Waltz schedule update. The airline has decided to cut two routes while adding a variety of seasonal destinations perfect for ski and beach vacations.
Specifically, Delta is discontinuing its route from New York LaGuardia (LGA) to Providence (PVD), which had been operating once daily with a CRJ-900. Unfortunately, this route, which was introduced in 2022, did not meet performance expectations. Similarly, Delta is also ending its service from Casper (CPR) to Salt Lake City (SLC), which was serviced by a CRJ-500 and had been struggling with low numbers.
On a brighter note, Delta is launching several new routes, each scheduled to operate one to two times a week. Among the new additions are flights from Asheville (AVL) to Boston (BOS), as well as Boston (BOS) to Bozeman (BZN) and Pensacola (PNS). Additionally, travelers can look forward to new connections from Bozeman (BZN) to New York JFK, from New York JFK to Seattle (SEA), and from Seattle (SEA) to Hailey (SUN). These new routes are particularly appealing to seasonal travelers seeking popular destinations for skiing and beach getaways. The limited frequency of these flights suggests a strategic plan to cater to peak travel seasons.
As for Salt Lake City (SLC), a crucial hub for Delta, the update brings mixed news. While the airline is dropping the Casper route, it may see an increase in traffic from the newly introduced services.
In terms of market performance, Enilria has provided insights into the new and discontinued routes. The Casper (CPR) to Salt Lake City (SLC) route, which has faced performance challenges, saw a modest rise in traffic from 11 to 13 passengers daily, yet it maintained a high average fare of $555 for a round trip. Delta had an impressive 88% market share on this route, operating one flight each day with a 50-seat CRJ-500.
Meanwhile, the New York LaGuardia (LGA) to Providence (PVD) service is also being phased out. This route experienced a decline in traffic from 13 to 10 passengers daily, despite a slight increase in average fares to $630 for a round trip. Delta was the sole operator on this route, offering 6-7 flights weekly with a 76-seat CRJ-900.
On the new route front, Delta is introducing several seasonal options. The Asheville (AVL) to Boston (BOS) connection will see Delta competing with Allegiant in a market that currently averages 107 passengers per day at a fare of $390. The Boston (BOS) to Bozeman (BZN) route enters a market with 88 passengers per day and a high average fare of $1,012, going up against JetBlue and United Airlines. Delta is also launching the Boston (BOS) to Pensacola (PNS) route, which fills a gap in the market with 49 passengers per day and an average fare of $787.
Furthermore, there’s a new connection from New York JFK to Bozeman (BZN), complementing existing JetBlue service in a market averaging 30 passengers per day at an $870 fare. Delta aims to increase its foothold on the busy New York JFK to Seattle (SEA) route, which sees 975 passengers daily with an average fare of $808. Delta currently holds a 39% market share here, competing with Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. Lastly, Delta is entering the Seattle (SEA) to Hailey (SUN) market, challenging the 94% market share held by Alaska Airlines in this route, which accommodates 41 passengers daily at an average fare of $565.
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