New Airline Routes Launched in July and August 2024: Global Connectivity Expands

In July and August 2024, airlines worldwide have expanded their networks with several notable new routes, reflecting the ongoing recovery and growth of the aviation industry.

Asia-Pacific Highlights:

• T'Way Air

  , a South Korean low-cost carrier, has added new European routes, including flights from Seoul Incheon to both Rome and Paris. The Rome route started on August 8, while the Paris route begins on August 28, with further plans to expand to Barcelona and Frankfurt in September and October​.

• Hainan Airlines

  launched a twice-weekly service between Shenzhen and Budapest, beginning on August 2. This adds to the growing air traffic between China and Hungary.

North America:

• Delta Air Lines

  has expanded its West Coast coverage, connecting Seattle to Dallas-Fort Worth and reinstating its Detroit-Sacramento route after a hiatus since 2020​

• Starlux Airlines

  from Taiwan will start flying between Taipei and Seattle on August 16. This new route further strengthens ties between the U.S. and Asia, providing more options for travelers between these regions​

Europe and Middle East:

• Austrian Airlines

  has launched daily flights from Boston to Vienna, adding to the robust transatlantic connections from Boston​.

• Air India

  introduced a new route from Bengaluru to London Gatwick, which started on August 18, further strengthening its presence in the UK market​.

These expansions signify a return to pre-pandemic levels of connectivity and offer travelers new opportunities for exploration. For a detailed list of all routes, you can check out the latest updates from aviation industry sources.