19-05-2025
Delta Air Lines Adds New Catania Route Starting on May 23
Delta Air Lines has been serving travelers since back in 1925, when Huff Daland Dusters, the predecessor of Delta, was founded in Macon, GA. Today, Delta serves millions of passengers and helped more than 200 million travelers get to their destinations in 2024, according to the company.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Delta operates hubs in major U.S. cities and around the world. "As the leading global airline, Delta's mission to connect the world creates opportunities, fosters understanding and expands horizons by connecting people and communities to each other and to their own potential," the company states.
Now, Delta Air Lines has announced a first for not just Delta but any U.S. airline.
Starting on May 23, Delta will grow its European summer travel network by starting to offer non-stop routes to Catania in Sicily, Italy. Catania will mark Delta's fifth summer travel destination in Italy.
The Catania non-stop flights will take off from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
In a post on LinkedIn, Matteo Curcio, Delta's senior vice president for Europe, Middle East, Africa and India, stated, "Launching May 23, this daily service will be the only nonstop connection between Catania and the U.S., making Delta the first and only U.S. carrier to serve this route. Catania now joins Rome, Milan, Venice and Naples as Delta's fifth Italian destination."
Curcio also said that he was excited to offer this route, based on travel demand to the area. "Sicily is a highly coveted destination for American travelers, offering a rich tapestry of scenic beauty, historical and cultural landmarks, pristine beaches and exquisite cuisine LaDolceVita," he stated in his LinkedIn post. "This new route further enhances Sicily's touristic potential and provides Sicilians with a gateway to explore the United States, reconnect with loved ones, and experience the diverse attractions of America."
