Delta Sets Its Sights on Hong Kong Once More
Well, well, well, what do we have here? Delta has decided to knock on Hong Kong’s door again after an eight-year hiatus. That’s right, come June 6, 2026, the airline will grace us with daily nonstop flights between the glitzy Los Angeles (LAX) and the ever-bustling Hong Kong (HKG). Here’s how they’re planning to roll out the red carpet:
- DL5: Los Angeles to Hong Kong, leaving at 11:30 PM and touching down at 5:00 AM two days later. (Yes, time zones will keep your head spinning!)
- DL6: Hong Kong to Los Angeles, jetting off at 9:25 AM and landing at 8:00 AM.
Pretty typical for a transpacific jaunt, wouldn’t you say? Though departing HKG could be slightly less appealing for those looking to hop elsewhere in Asia. It seems Delta’s gaze is firmly locked on Hong Kong itself, rather than acting as a springboard for further adventures (those will be routed through Incheon instead).
Stretching 7,260 miles, these flights are pegged at 14 hours and 30 minutes westbound, and a swifter 13 hours and 35 minutes eastbound. Buckle up in one of Delta’s Airbus A350-900s offering comfy seats for 275 individuals, split across business, premium economy, extra legroom, and good ol’ economy.
Is Los Angeles Stealing Seattle’s Thunder?
Here’s the juicy bit – Delta’s choice to operate out of Los Angeles might have a few eyebrows doing the “are you sure?” lift. I mean, LAX to HKG is like a catwalk for United and Cathay Pacific already, with them strutting up to five daily flights combined. Meanwhile, Seattle is hanging out all by its lonesome without any airline buddies to Hong Kong. Delta’s footprint in Asia from LAX is mainly just Shanghai and Tokyo Haneda, with a cheeky side of South Pacific flair. Go figure.
Call me curious, but what’s the big idea here, Delta? Mundane travelers like yours truly are left pondering if this is a bold play for cutting Seattle’s transpacific ribbon and handing it over to the City of Angels, or something else entirely. Surely Seattle’s transpacific buzz could’ve been the bee in Delta’s bonnet?
To thicken the plot, Delta plans to nudge its fleet over Chicago’s way with new Los Angeles to Chicago flights – a market where United is king of the castle, with full dominion and some more wiggle room besides. United’s Scott Kirby has made a little tongue-in-cheek wager that Delta’s wallet will be a bit lighter after this move. Talk about corporate banter.
Airline Escapade Headed Your Way! 🎬
Mark your calendars for some aviation drama as Delta announces its direct hop from La La Land to the Pearl of the Orient. It’s slotted for June 2026 with the reliable A350-900 taking center stage.
Swinging back to 2018, Delta made a dramatic exit from Hong Kong, having originally swept passengers from Seattle. They’ve since been knee-deep in a transpacific tango with Korean Air. It’s like a soap opera wrapped in a boarding pass, and we’re all here for it.
So, what are your thoughts on Delta’s rebooted LAX-HKG venture?
Oh, and if you’re up for a break before flights kick off, consider wandering through Val Seny ski resort.