MANILA, Philippines, 20 July 2026: Delta is introducing its first-ever nonstop flights between Los Angeles (LAX) and Manila (MNL), beginning 28 March 2027.
It will become the only US carrier to offer nonstop service between Los Angeles and Manila, further expanding Delta’s growing network from LAX aboard its Airbus A350-900.
“Customers travelling through Los Angeles continue to benefit from Delta’s investments in LAX, including an expanding Asia-Pacific network and the opening of our second Delta One Lounge,” said Delta’s Vice President of Network Planning, Jeff Arinder. “The addition of Manila builds on the world-class travel experience our customers have come to expect from Delta while strengthening our position as LAX’s leading global carrier and premier West Coast hub.”
As the capital of the Philippines, Manila is one of Southeast Asia’s most important commercial and cultural centres. The city attracts business travellers, customers visiting friends and family, and visitors eager to experience its rich history, diverse cuisine and vibrant neighbourhoods.
As the country’s primary international gateway, Manila is the starting point for journeys throughout the Philippines, opening the door to its diverse landscapes, communities, and world-renowned island destinations. Delta’s new nonstop service creates an important new link between Southern California and one of Asia’s fastest-growing markets.
Delta also expands its LAX network with new and returning routes, including Manila, Hong Kong, Melbourne and Shanghai.
Customers will travel aboard Delta’s flagship Airbus A350-900, featuring four distinct seat categories: Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort and Delta Main.
The service will operate three times weekly beginning 28 March 2027 before increasing to daily flights on 7 June 2027.
Delta’s growing network from LAX
As LAX’s leading global carrier and premier West Coast gateway, Delta operates more than 160 peak-day departures to over 50 destinations, powered by a growing domestic and international network built for both leisure and business travellers.
In the past year alone, Delta has expanded its LAX network with new service to Hong Kong, Melbourne, and Chicago; returned to Shanghai; announced upcoming service to Vancouver, Newark, and Manila for early 2027; and resumed service to Chicago.
Expanding choice with Korean Air
The new Manila service also strengthens Delta’s joint venture with Korean Air, expanding customer choice between North America and the Philippines.
Customers already enjoy access to the Philippines through Korean Air’s multiple daily flights between Seoul Incheon (ICN) and Manila. Delta’s new nonstop Los Angeles-Manila service complements the existing network, giving customers the flexibility to fly nonstop with Delta or connect through Seoul with Korean Air.
(Source: Delta)
