The expansion aims to transform Augusta into a major temporary aviation hub by increasing national connectivity and aligning flight schedules with peak tournament demand, enabling broader access from major U.S. metros.

Delta will upgrade more than 50 existing flights to larger mainline aircraft to accommodate the expanded service.

Delta announces its largest-ever Masters-related travel schedule to Augusta in 2027, with up to 20 daily departures during peak travel days and nearly 100 additional flights overall.

More than 50 existing services will be upgraded to larger mainline aircraft to boost seating capacity and improve efficiency during high-traffic periods.

Delta emphasizes on-ground Masters experiences at Augusta Regional Airport, including immersive installations and exclusive keepsakes as part of its Tournament Partner role.

The expanded network will connect New York LaGuardia, New York JFK, Boston Logan, Newark Liberty, Detroit Metropolitan, Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Washington National, Austin, Los Angeles, Nashville, and Cincinnati, creating nationwide coverage and easier connections to Augusta.

Key markets for the expanded service include New York (LGA, JFK), Boston (BOS), Newark (EWR), Detroit (DTW), Minneapolis–Saint Paul (MSP), Washington, D.C. (DCA), Austin (AUS), Los Angeles (LAX), and other hubs, with a focus on the Northeast and major gateways.

The move reflects a broader trend of sports tourism driving seasonal aviation spikes, prompting airlines and regional airports to coordinate fleet allocation, routing, and hub connectivity to meet event-driven demand.

Delta Air Lines will execute its largest-ever seasonal capacity expansion for the Masters Tournament 2027, adding nearly 100 extra flights and up to 20 daily departures during peak days to Augusta Regional Airport in Georgia.

Route changes include new or additional daily flights from LGA, JFK, BOS, DTW, MSP, EWR, DCA, AUS, JFK, BNA, CVG, and selective LAX long-haul services, with varying daily counts by market.

Delta plans an enhanced passenger experience featuring themed installations, interactive displays, and branding aligned with golf’s prestige as part of the Masters journey.

Augusta becomes a high-density aviation gateway for the Masters, with on-ground travel enhancements and live satellite TV on Delta flights to engage passengers with tournament action.