ATLANTA- Delta Air Lines (DL) expands its international route network by introducing a new seasonal flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Brisbane (BNE), Australia.
The airline will operate three weekly flights connecting Los Angeles (LAX) directly to the Australian city. This strategic route launch highlights the significant transportation infrastructure development in Queensland.
Delta Air Lines Los Angeles to Brisbane Flight
The Delta Air Lines (DL) inaugural flight showcased a distinctive LA28 Olympics livery, symbolically connecting two Olympic host cities.
The aircraft design purposefully links Los Angeles, hosting the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with Brisbane, which will host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This visual branding emphasizes the global sporting connection between the two destinations.
Delta Air Lines’ inaugural flight DL93 landed in Brisbane at 7:18 am, live streamed globally to mark a significant international route expansion. The event included a watch party in Los Angeles celebrating the new city connection.
The airline operates the Airbus A350-900 on this route, accommodating 306 passengers with advanced travel capabilities. Delta maintains an extensive global network, executing over 4,000 daily flights across nearly 280 destinations on six continents.
The new Brisbane-Los Angeles route provides travelers with comprehensive connectivity through Delta’s upgraded Los Angeles hub.
Passengers benefit from enhanced terminal experiences, including expedited check-in processes and modernized infrastructure.
Delta’s service offers four distinct cabin classes, uniquely providing the only premium economy option currently available between Brisbane and Los Angeles. This service diversity caters to varied traveler preferences and budgets.
Queensland’s Attracting Aviation Investment Fund strategically supports these new international flights.
The initiative aims to increase international tourist spending within the state, recognizing aviation’s economic significance.
The United States represents Brisbane’s fifth-largest international visitor source, indicating substantial tourism and economic potential for this new air route. Delta’s expansion directly supports Queensland’s international tourism and connectivity objectives.
Executive’s Remarks
Delta Air Lines’ Vice-President for Asia Pacific, Jeff Moomaw, expressed enthusiasm about the new Brisbane service. He highlighted the airline’s significant investment in modernizing the LAX terminal, aiming to create an efficient and traveler-friendly gateway for Australia-U.S. travel.
Andrew Liveris, President of the Brisbane 2032 Organizing Committee, emphasized the significant connection between Brisbane and Los Angeles. He noted the unique opportunity of both cities hosting sequential Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028 and 2032.
Liveris stressed that increased global visibility leading up to the 2032 Games could generate substantial economic and social benefits for Brisbane and Queensland.
Justin McGowan, CEO of Trade and Investment Queensland, underscored the critical importance of direct flights for Queensland businesses. He emphasized that face-to-face interactions remain crucial in a digital world, particularly for establishing and nurturing international business relationships. McGowan highlighted the United States as a major trading partner and foreign direct investment source for Queensland.
Brisbane Airport has now expanded its connectivity, offering direct routes to 32 international cities and 62 domestic locations. This development positions the airport as Australia’s most connected domestic airport and a significant international gateway.
The new Delta Air Lines route represents more than a transportation link. It symbolizes enhanced economic opportunities, cultural exchange, and strategic connectivity between Queensland and the United States, with potential long-term benefits across business, tourism, and international relations.
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