en.Wedoany.com Reported - Delta Air Lines has announced new nonstop flights from Seattle to Barcelona, Spain, and Rome, Italy, along with the opening of two new premium lounges at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The airline will launch four weekly flights to Rome and three weekly flights to Barcelona in summer 2026, all operated by Airbus A330-900neo aircraft. Delta has also secured priority access to 18 gates across concourses A and B at the airport.
Glen Hauenstein, President of Delta Air Lines, stated that through the addition of new international routes and the opening of the Delta One Lounge, the company is investing in the exceptional premium experiences that customers value most, while solidifying its position as Seattle's largest global carrier. The new routes will feature next-generation aircraft equipped with Delta One lie-flat seats with full-height privacy doors, as well as Delta Premium Select cabins offering more spacious seating and upgraded dining. Over the past decade, Delta has launched 28 new markets from Seattle, currently operating nearly 180 peak daily flights to more than 60 destinations worldwide. The airline employs 2,700 people in Washington state and maintains partnerships with local brands including Starbucks and T-Mobile.
Fred Felleman, Commissioner of the Port of Seattle, noted that Delta's new international flights to Rome and Barcelona, along with the two new lounges, enhance the port's capabilities as a welcoming hub. Delta has opened two interconnected premium lounges opposite Gate A11, totaling 24,000 square feet with panoramic mountain views. The Delta One Lounge can accommodate 149 guests indoors, plus 72 seats on a wraparound terrace offering views of Mount Rainier; the Delta Sky Club can accommodate 183 guests. This marks the opening of the fourth Delta One Lounge and the third new Delta Sky Club in the past year, bringing the total number of Delta lounges and clubs to 57.
Claude Roussel, Vice President of Delta Sky Club and Lounge Experience, stated that these refined and comfortable spaces reflect Delta's commitment to delivering the experiences customers expect at every step of their journey. By continuously investing in key markets and creating tailored lounges and Sky Clubs, the company is responding to customer demand for premium experiences. Delta One customers departing from Seattle can enjoy exclusive concierge-style check-in services, similar to those already available in Boston, Kennedy, and Los Angeles airports. Starting June 25, eligible travelers who check in via the Fly Delta app and register for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID can use expedited baggage drop and security lanes.
The lounge design elements are inspired by Seattle's natural beauty, including stone accents, rich wood paneling, and a color palette of emerald green, navy blue, and rust. The Delta One Lounge offers a refined dining experience with an open kitchen, featuring local seafood such as Dungeness crab cannelloni and teriyaki steelhead cooked in a wood-fired oven. Coffee is sourced from Seattle's Caffe Umbria, and the bar offers cocktails inspired by Seattle destinations and a wine list focused on the U.S. West Coast. The Delta Sky Club provides seasonal specialties, including clam chowder from Seattle's Ivar's and Starbucks coffee.
The space incorporates sustainable elements, including smart windows that adjust sunlight, induction lighting with sensors, and reusable tableware. Delta operates 87% electric aircraft in its core fleet and uses 70% electric ground support equipment at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Flights to Rome will begin on May 6, 2026, and flights to Barcelona will start on May 7, 2026.
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