DELTA Air Lines will resume flights to Manila on March 28, 2027, launching its first-ever direct, nonstop service between Los Angeles in California and Manila.
According to Delta News Hub, nonstop service marks the airline's official return to the Philippines.
Operating the flagship Airbus A350-900, Delta will become the only US carrier offering direct, trans-Pacific flights to Manila from the US mainland.
The nonstop service establishes a vital link between Southern California and one of Asia's fastest-growing markets.
The service will start with a frequency of three times a week before ramping up to daily operations beginning June 7, 2027.
Outbound flights are from Los Angeles International Airport at 11:50 p.m., while the return legs will leave Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) at 7:40 a.m.
The US has become the number one source market for tourist arrivals in the Philippines, according to data from the Department of Tourism.
In the first half of 2026, the Philippines welcomed nearly 3.2 million inbound tourists, with Americans accounting for over 591,500 visitors (roughly 20 percent of the market).
A significant portion of US travelers consists of Filipino-Americans or overseas immigrants returning home to visit family (known as balikbayan), alongside traditional leisure vacationers attracted by closer bilateral ties and a highly favorable US dollar-to-Philippine peso exchange rate.
As one of Southeast Asia's premier commercial and cultural hubs, Manila attracts business travelers, tourists, and those visiting friends and family who are eager to experience its rich history, diverse cuisine, and vibrant neighborhoods. BENJAMIN VERGARA
