The aviation gods giveth, and the aviation gods taketh away. Sometimes flights get added and they become an integral part of an airline’s route network; sometimes they just don’t work out. That’s the case with Delta’s flights to Midland, a major airport in Texas. In November, they will be completely phased out, and the airline will reach out to already-ticketed passengers to give them a refund, according to TheStreet.
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Although Delta reports strong earnings in the second quarter of 2025, it’s eliminating the route and forcing passengers to find seats on other carriers. The route is between Austin Bergstrom International Airport in Austin (airport code AUS) and Midland International Air and Space Port in Midland, Texas (airport code MAF). The flight to Midland from Austin simply didn’t carry much demand—but luckily, the reverse trip can still be made with one daily nonstop flight on Southwest Airlines.
Although Midland may feel bereft with this withdrawal, it’s got good news on its horizon. An airport expansion is planned, with a price tag of tens of millions of dollars. Midland is a wealthy oil town with many golf courses and parks, and a Petroleum Museum. The Bush Family Home State Historic Park is there, home to both Bush presidents from 1951 to 1955.
The last flights from Delta through Midland will be November 8. The airline is expected to reach out to passengers with booked travel after the date to arrange a refund or alternate booking. Those who purchased a ticket with allowances for automatic refunds can start the process themselves, but passengers are encouraged not to cancel the flight before being contacted by Delta to ensure that the refund is underway.
Austin will continue to thrive, with new Delta routes to Cancun and Cabo San Lucas.