Delta Air Lines reports Q3 results, adds Seattle‑Tokyo service and updates 2026 outlook

Q3 earnings release

Delta Air Lines will report its third‑quarter results on October 9. Wall Street expects the carrier to post non‑GAAP earnings of $1.76 per share and revenue of $18.92 billion for the quarter.

New Seattle‑Tokyo route

Delta Air Lines is adding nonstop service from Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo‑Narita, scheduled to begin in March 2027.

2026 earnings outlook

Delta lowered its 2026 earnings per share forecast to a range of $5.10–$5.60, down from $6.50–$7.50, and said it will incur an additional $6 billion in fuel expenses this year. The average jet fuel cost is $4.50 per gallon.

The airline has accrued $900 million in profit‑sharing obligations for 2027.

Travel‑technology partnership

Delta Air Lines is among the travel brands using Traverse solutions to support direct corporate bookings through its digital channels.