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Delta increases flights to The Masters golf tournament

By Mark Reif Published January 17, 2025

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With the 2025 Masters golf tournament on the horizon, Delta has announced 15% more flights to Augusta Regional Airport (AGS). That includes up to 1,900 daily seats, as the airline helps more fans get close to the action. Delta is an Official Tournament Partner of the Masters, which occurs in its home state of Georgia.

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From April 6-14, Delta will bolster its routes to Augusta, Georgia from across the U.S. That’ll include over 215 one-stop connections via hubs in Atlanta, Boston, New York, Detroit, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Additionally, fans won’t miss any of the action, with most planes featuring satellite TV. SkyMiles members also get free Wi-Fi on more than 730 aircraft, ideal for streaming the on-course competition.

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The expanded schedule to Augusta includes (via Delta):

ORIGIN	SCHEDULE	AIRCRAFT
MSP	New 1x daily trip from Apr. 6-14	Mainline
HPN	New 1x daily trip on Apr. 9, 11, and 14	Delta Connection
ATL	8 daily trips from Apr. 6-14	Mixed Mainline & Delta Connection
LGA	2x daily trips from Apr. 6-14	Delta Connection with Mainline upgrade on Apr. 14 only
DTW	1x daily trip from Apr. 6-14	Mainline
BOS	1x daily trip from Apr. 6-14	Delta Connection
DCA	1x daily trip on Apr. 9, 11, and 14	Delta Connection
AUS	1x daily trip on Apr. 9, 11, and 14	Delta Connection
JFK	1x daily trip on Apr. 9, 11, and 14	Delta Connection

Joe Esposito, Delta’s Senior Vice President – Network Planning, said: “As Delta celebrates its Centennial year, we’re proud to welcome Masters patrons to our home state of Georgia for the iconic Masters Tournament. With new service from Minneapolis and White Plains, and increased frequency from LaGuardia, we’re making it easier than ever to connect to this world-renowned event.”

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