Delta will launch its first-ever daily nonstop service to Porto, Portugal from New York-JFK beginning May 21, 2026. The new route is part of Delta’s broader trans-Atlantic expansion.
“Delta’s new nonstop service from JFK to Porto is part of seven new European routes launching next summer, giving customers even more opportunities to experience Europe and enjoy our award-winning service and premium onboard experience,” Paul Baldoni, senior vice president of Network Planning at Delta, said in a statement. “Whether discovering Portugal or traveling to our other new destinations such as Sardinia and Malta, these additions expand choice for our customers and reinforce JFK’s role as a leading global gateway.”
Set along the banks of the Douro River, Porto is known for colorful waterfront, winding cobblestone streets and azulejo-tiled churches. The city is also a culinary capital, known for fresh Atlantic seafood, northern Portuguese specialties, and the port wine cellars that have made Porto famous worldwide.
Beyond the city, travelers can journey into the vineyards of the Douro Valley or unwind along the golden beaches of Portugal’s northern coast. Whether it’s sipping a glass of port at sunset, exploring the city’s arts scene, or experiencing its hospitality, Porto offers something for every traveler.
With the addition of Porto, Delta builds on its existing service to Portugal. The airline already connects the U.S. to Lisbon with daily year-round service from New York-JFK and seasonal daily service from Boston, giving customers even more choice when traveling to the Iberian Peninsula.
Travelers to Porto will depart from Delta’s hub at New York’s JFK Airport, where the airline operates over 200 peak-day departures to more than 100 destinations.
Delta One customers can begin their journey in the Delta One Lounge, which is known for its design, gourmet dining, premium beverages and attentive service.
On board the Boeing 767-300, customers will enjoy four product experiences: Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort and Delta Main.
Delta One offers lie-flat seats, chef-curated meals and Missoni-designed amenity kits, paired with Taittinger champagne. Delta Premium Select provides wider seats with deeper recline and enhanced amenities.
Across all cabins, customers benefit from thoughtful dining, hours of entertainment with Delta Studio, and fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi presented by T-Mobile for SkyMiles Members.
Delta is charting its most expansive trans-Atlantic schedule yet, with the launch of Porto, Portugal marking the latest milestone in a wave of European growth.
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