The 2026 Flight Map: 10 New Direct Routes to Europe
Stop laying over. Start exploring.
The aviation world is bouncing back in 2026 with a massive wave of new connectivity. Airlines are betting big on "point-to-point" travel, launching direct flights to destinations that used to require painful layovers. Here are the 5 most exciting new routes changing the map this year.
Newark (EWR) ➝ Split (SPU)
Skip the layover in Frankfurt or Munich. This new daily seasonal service makes reaching the Dalmatian Coast easier than ever.
Philadelphia (PHL) ➝ Prague (PRG)
Finally, a direct link to the City of Spires. This is currently the only nonstop service connecting the US to the Czech capital.
Dallas (DFW) ➝ Athens (ATH)
A massive boost for travelers from the US South/West. Access the Greek Islands without enduring a double connection.
Seattle (SEA) ➝ London (LHR)
Alaska Airlines goes global! Their first major European route connects the tech hubs of Seattle and London directly.
Tirana (TIA) ➝ Santander (SDR)
Connecting the rising star of Albania with the beautiful northern coast of Spain. Perfect for a multi-stop European budget tour.