After a year of suspended operations due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, Delta Airlines has announced plans to resume flights to Cuba. The Atlanta-based airline had previously returned to operating in Cuba in 2016 following the US government’s removal of commercial passenger travel restrictions. This marked the first time Delta had offered flights to the island nation in over 55 years. The airline’s return to Cuba is welcome news for travelers looking to visit a country with a rich history and culture that attracts visitors from around the world.
The US-Cuba flight route was suspended for two years due to the restrictions put in place by the Trump administration. This came as a reversal of the Obama administration’s policy from 2016, which had allowed for regular flights to be established between the two countries. In June 2022, the Biden administration lifted this travel embargo, restoring scheduled flights between the United States and Cuba.
This is a significant step towards reestablishing diplomatic relations between the two countries, with travelers now able to take advantage of flights that provide access to Havana and other Cuban destinations. The resumption of these flights will create more opportunities for individuals interested in learning more about Cuba’s rich culture and history while also providing an economic boost to businesses operating within both nations.
Last summer, the Department of Transportation dropped restrictive flight regulations for Cuba travel, making chartered and commercial flights to and from the US possible. For the first time since March 2020, Delta is resuming routes to Havana due to this policy change.
Delta Airlines has announced that it will resume nonstop flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to José Martí International Airport in Havana (HAV) on April 10, 2023. These two daily flights will be operated by an Airbus A320 aircraft, offering passengers three seating options: First Class, Comfort Plus, and Main Cabin. As part of the commitment to fully restoring its network by summer 2021, Delta also provides unique products and beverages for customers in each class. First Class customers will enjoy Thrive Farmers Tea, Kate’s Real Food Lemon Coconut bars, and Du Nord vodka, while Comfort+ and Main Cabin passengers will receive Biscoff cookies. Overall, the return of this route provides an even more convenient way to travel between these two locations, as well as a variety of luxurious products and drinks for customers on board.
Delta Airlines is committed to providing its customers with an enjoyable and comfortable flight experience. To that end, the airline has introduced Delta Studio, its in-flight entertainment system, which offers over 1,000 hours of on-demand content curated by partners such as Peloton and Spotify. Passengers can also take advantage of free mobile messaging apps, including iMessage, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger, or purchase high-speed Wi-Fi access if desired. The airline operates two daily flights between Havana and Miami (DL1788 departing at 11:55 and DL1790 departing at 15:00), and passengers are sure to enjoy a truly unique travel experience with all the added amenities provided by Delta Airlines.
These flights will provide travelers with convenient and reliable transportation options between the two cities. Delta Airlines is committed to providing high-quality service to its customers, and the addition of these flights demonstrates the airline’s commitment to expanding its operations in the region.
Delta Airlines has announced that it will be resuming flights between Miami International Airport and José Martí International Airport in Havana, Cuba. The airline will offer two daily flights to the Cuban capital, with one leaving from Miami at 9:05 a.m., arriving at 10:20 a.m., and the second departing Miami at 1:40 p.m. and landing in Havana at 3:00 p.m. These new routes are expected to provide convenient, reliable transportation options for travelers between the United States and Cuba. Delta becomes the latest US carrier to resume services to the island nation after an extended disruption due to political tensions. With its expanded flight schedule, Delta is looking to accommodate customers interested in exploring or conducting business on either side of this gateway between America and Cuba.
Delta’s return to Havana will also see the airline competing with other US carriers that operate flights to the city. These include Southwest Airlines, which offers flights to Fort Lauderdale and Tampa; American Airlines, which offers flights to Miami; Havana Air, which offers charters to Miami and Tampa; United Airlines, which offers flights to Houston-Intercontinental and Newark; and JetBlue, which offers flights to Fort Lauderdale and New York-JFK.
