Global Aviation Expands: New Routes From Cathay Pacific, Argentina, Aer Lingus, Delta, airBaltic & HiSky
Cathay Pacific is set to expand its global reach with new routes from Hong Kong. Meanwhile, Argentina is poised to regain connectivity with Oceania, and Aer Lingus is set to commence flights to the United States. Additionally, Delta Air Lines has announced new transatlantic routes, and airBaltic is set to launch and restart several routes from Vilnius. HiSky will also initiate a new route from Bucharest to Chicago. Notably, China Eastern Airlines is set to make history with its first flight to Latin America.
Cathay Pacific will begin services to Seattle from Hong Kong on March 30th, 2026. The route will be operated five times a week using Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This move is part of the airline's strategy to strengthen its presence in North America.
After a six-year hiatus, Argentina will once again be connected to Oceania. Cathay Pacific will operate the route using Boeing 777-300(ER) aircraft, configured for 316 passengers in three classes. The flights will depart twice a week, marking a significant development in Argentina's aviation industry.
Aer Lingus will commence flights from Dublin to Raleigh-Durham on April 13th, 2026. The route will be operated twice a week using Airbus A321XLR aircraft, configured for 184 passengers. This new service will provide a direct link between Ireland and North Carolina.
In other news, Aerolíneas Argentinas will fly to Aruba for the first time starting in January 2026. The airline will operate three seasonal routes using Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. This development will enhance connectivity between Argentina and the Caribbean.
Delta Air Lines has confirmed the addition of many new routes between the United States and Europe in 2026, starting first with Boston. The airline has not yet specified the exact destinations or frequencies for these new routes.
airBaltic will launch three new routes and restart three others from Vilnius International Airport in 2026. The airline has not yet specified the destinations for these new routes.
HiSky will initiate a new route from Bucharest to Chicago O'Hare on June 4th, 2026. The route will be operated twice-weekly using Airbus A330-200 aircraft. This new service will provide a direct link between Romania and the United States.
Making history, the inaugural flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires is set to depart on December 4th, 2025. The flight, operated by China Eastern Airlines, will take approximately 29 hours. This marks the first time a Chinese airline will connect to Latin America, specifically Buenos Aires. After this launch, Buenos Aires will once again be the only Latin American city linked to all five continents.
These new routes and services demonstrate the continued growth and expansion of the global aviation industry. They will provide enhanced connectivity between various regions, facilitating easier travel and potentially boosting tourism and trade.
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