Delta Air Lines has decided to end its flights from Los Angeles to Tahiti, marking the end of a unique international route. The airline will cease operations to Faaa International Airport in Papeete, French Polynesia, starting June 7, 2025. Delta initially introduced this service to attract premium leisure travelers, offering three flights per week. Despite its efforts, the route struggled to meet demand, prompting the airline to pull back.

While this marks a setback for Delta in the U.S.-to-Tahiti market, the airline will assist affected passengers by rebooking them on Air France flights. As a partner in a joint venture, Air France already serves the route from Los Angeles to Papeete, providing an alternative for travelers who were planning to fly with Delta.

This move comes after Delta launched the route in December 2022, aiming to expand its international offerings. However, the demand did not meet expectations, leaving Delta with no choice but to exit the market. The airline’s withdrawal allows other carriers, including Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, French Bee, and United Airlines, to dominate the route. Hawaiian Airlines also provides a weekly connection from Honolulu to French Polynesia.

Looking ahead, Delta will repurpose its Boeing 767-300ER aircraft previously used for this route. The airline has already announced new international services, such as a flight to Marrakech, Morocco, departing from Atlanta this winter. It remains to be seen if Delta will pursue other long-haul options from Los Angeles with the freed-up aircraft.

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