Introduction

This September, major airlines American, Delta, and United are expanding their connectivity options with the introduction of several new routes. As business travel regains momentum post-Labor Day, these additions come at a crucial time.

Delta’s New Route from New York LaGuardia

Delta is launching a nonstop service from New York LaGuardia to Tulsa starting September 3. This new route, which directly competes with American Airlines, offers daily flights departing New York at 5:35 p.m. The flight duration is approximately three hours and thirty-five minutes, with economy fares ranging from $193 to $448 one way.

United’s New Nonstop Connections

United Airlines is enhancing its connectivity from both Los Angeles (LAX) and Washington Dulles. Beginning September 26, United will connect LAX to St. George, Utah. This route is particularly significant, given that St. George is the home of United’s regional affiliate SkyWest Airlines and a gateway to Lake Powell. The daily flight departs LAX at 1:30 p.m., with economy fares starting at $145 for the one-hour-and-thirty-minute journey. From Washington, United will also introduce thrice-daily flights to Greenville-Spartanburg, S.C., with fares starting at $371 one way. These flights are part of a broader strategy to expand United’s Dulles hub, which will see a 10-route addition this year.

American’s Chicago to Evansville Route

Starting September 3, American Airlines will resume its service linking Chicago O’Hare and Evansville, Indiana. Positioned as the carrier with the most domestic connectivity, American last operated this route in 2022. This service complements existing routes from Charlotte and Dallas-Fort Worth. Flights will depart Chicago at 12:45 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., covering the journey in roughly one hour and twenty minutes, with economy fares starting at $391 one way.

Conclusion

As leisure travel begins to slow and business travel picks up, these new routes from American, Delta, and United provide passengers with more connectivity options. Whether traveling for business or leisure, these additions ensure smooth and efficient travel experiences.