[ Routes ] By Taylor RainsDelta Returns to Johannesburg With Airbus A350Delta Air Lines will relaunch flights from Atlanta to Johanessburg, more than a full year after suspending operations in South Africa. Delta Air Lines has been serving the country since December 2006, and it is thrilled to continue its 15-year-old history connecting Johannesburg with more than 150 destinations in the United States.The Route will be operated by Deltas Flagship A350900Deltas return from Johannesburg will completely restore its African network. This includes flights to Accra, Ghana, Dakar, Senegal, Lagos, Nigeria, and Accra, Ghana. Johannesburg is the longest nonstop route of Delta. It will be operated on an emission-reducing Airbus A350 900 aircraft.Amy Martin, Delta's Managing Director of Network Planning, stated, "We are thrilled that Deltas restart between Johannesburg, South Africa, and the US is with Deltas flagship aircraft. This will offer customers an enhanced onboard experience wherever they sit." The aircraft is 25% fuel-efficient than the Boeing 777 it replaced, which helps reduce carbon emissions.Four cabin options are available on the A350-900neo, including Delta One Suites or Delta Premium Select. Onboard upgrades include large seatback screens, overhead bins, new content, and premium meals. Delta's menu features regional dishes like beef stew with Jollof rice, fried plantsains, and saut spinach in the Main Cabin, or Peri Peri Chicken in Delta One.Initially, the resumed route will operate three times a week with night-time departures. Travelers will be able to check in at their accommodation and recuperate from jet lag during the afternoon arrival time in Johannesburg. During the morning, Atlanta will offer many connecting flights to other destinations.Johanessburg Strengthens Deltas NetworkDelta's network in the United States will be strengthened by the nonstop flight between Johannesburg and Atlanta. With just one stop at Atlanta, Delta's largest hub, customers can travel to any of the 150+ US destinations. The airline is also investing in South Africa, which is the most popular tourist destination for Americans.Sthembiso, South African Tourism's acting CEO, stated, "We are confident that the Delta nonstop flight will increase South Africas efforts in growing business and leisure tourist arrivals out this market." South Africa is rich in history, vibrant culture, and warm people. South Africans are open to welcoming back tourists from all over the world. As we share our many experiences with travellers, we look forward to many more years of success along this route.The carrier's return route to Johannesburg on Delta will increase its presence in South Africa, and allow it to expand its network both domestically and internationally.Travel to the United States from South Africa is currently restricted to US citizens or permanent residents. If they pass a negative covid test within 72 hours of their travel, travelers from the US may travel to Johannesburg unassisted.
