Delta ends JFK service to 3 cities, adds new route from Raleigh focus city

Delta ends JFK service to 3 cities, adds new route from Raleigh focus cityDelta ends JFK service to 3 cities, adds new route from Raleigh focus cityThe cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information.When fuel prices surged earlier this year, Delta Air Lines decided to put three routes from New York City on hiatus.The carrier halted service from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Houston, Memphis and St. Louis — with plans, at the time, to bring those flights back later this fall.It's not happening.Delta on Monday confirmed it's ending those three routes from JFK to the Deep South.On the flipside, the Atlanta-based carrier also filed plans to operate a new nonstop flight to Florida from one of its fastest-growing focus cities on the East Coast.Here's what to know about the changes to Delta's route map.Read more: Why does Delta have focus cities?3 routes from JFK suspendedFirst up: the three routes Delta is discontinuing from New York.The carrier is bidding farewell to its JFK to service to three U.S. airports:Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletterJoin over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s expertsBy signing up, you will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)Memphis International Airport (MEM)St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)In reality, these flights hadn't been operating for several weeks. Delta had already put those routes on hiatus as of June 7, with plans to resume flying those routes in September.SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYBut the airline on Monday said it opted to fully discontinue that service "as part of our routine network planning."We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will contact affected customers directly to discuss alternative travel options," a spokesperson told TPG.The silver lining: Delta still flies nonstop to Houston, Memphis and St. Louis from its nearby hub at LaGuardia Airport (LGA).New route from Raleigh/Durham focus cityOn the other hand, a new set of connecting dots appeared on Delta's route map in recent daysThe carrier announced new nonstop service from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RSW) in North Carolina to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) near Fort Myers.Daily flights will begin just before the Thanksgiving travel rush, on Nov. 21.More flights to Southwest Florida: American puts tiny Naples airport back on the mapRaleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) Terminal 2. SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYDelta will use a Bombardier CRJ-900 regional jet on the route, which will give Delta its latest new destination from RDU.The airport has been one of Delta's top non-hub focus cities in recent years, alongside Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).Here's what its route map from RDU will look like come November, as shown by Cirium:Delta's route map from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) as of Nov. 2026. CIRIUMDelta's only significant cut from RDU in recent years? Transatlantic service to Paris, a route that its SkyTeam alliance partner Air France took over in 2023.Related reading:Your complete guide to the Delta SkyMiles programHow to redeem Delta SkyMiles for maximum valueBest Delta credit cardsThe best credit cards to reach elite status in 2026Delta leaves Medallion status requirements unchanged in 2026Best US airlines: Delta edges out rivals to win 8th straight titleFeatured image by SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.