Why In The World Did Delta Air Lines Pull Out Of London Gatwick Airport?

Delta Air Lines ended its seasonal service from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on September 7, 2025. As of now, the airline has no plans to return in 2026, which would make Norway’s Norse Atlantic Airways the only operator to fly this route following a decision by British Airways to also eliminate service to Gatwick. These airlines’ decision to exit this route reflects a broader reduction of capacity on transatlantic routes, with political, economic, and industry-specific factors leading to declining air travel demand between the United States and Europe.