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Delta Offers Special Flights for April's Total Solar Eclipse Viewing

Delta Air Lines has scheduled special flights on April 8, 2024, to provide passengers with an unparalleled view of the total solar eclipse, marking the last such event in North America until 2044.

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The timeline of the eclipse across northern Ohio.
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Overview

  • Delta Air Lines announces special flights for April 8, 2024, to view the total solar eclipse from the sky, with the main flight from Austin to Detroit.
  • The special flight, Delta 1218, will use an Airbus A220-300, chosen for its extra-large windows, enhancing the viewing experience.
  • Tickets for the main eclipse viewing flight quickly sold out, with prices reaching over $1,000 for a one-way trip.
  • Other Delta flights on April 8 will also offer eclipse viewing opportunities, covering various routes across the U.S.
  • The total solar eclipse will be visible across a swath of North America, with the path of totality including parts of Mexico, the United States, and Canada.