The Fly AUS Blog

In the heart of Texas and heart of AUS (the Asleep at the Wheel stage, naturally), an unforgettable celebration took place as Delaware North, one of our food and retail partners, joined forces with Garrison Brothers Distillery, the trailblazing pioneers of Texas whiskey, to celebrate a good ‘ol fashioned partnership right at the Saxon Pub.

Earlier this month, passengers were treated to an exclusive experience at the Saxon Pub, where they had the chance meet and speak with none other than Texas whiskey craftsmen themselves: Dan and Charlie Garrison of The Garrison Bros. The occasion marked the official launch of The Garrison Bros Barrel…

‘Tis the season for giving, and giving we did. As we head around the corner to the holiday season, over here at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), we’re overwhelmed with pride looking at the generosity displayed by our exceptional employees and partners at Whiting-Turner, who pulled off a successful adopt-a-family campaign to support families in the community. Over the course of a few weeks, our amazing teams have been on a mission to deliver not just gifts but bundles of joy to 39 little ones and 14 families who might have missed out on the enchantment of the season otherwise.

Our city is famous for live music, shopping on SoCo, bbq, population booms, and an eco-conscious culture that reaches across the city, all the way down past 71 and 183, right to the curbside Departures Level. That’s right, even an airport can reflect a city’s appreciation for and efforts to support a more sustainable Austin.

Although our environmental reach doesn’t extend to things such as airplanes (those are owned and operated by the airlines), we ain’t all hat and no cattle… There are a few things that we can do as an airp…

The holiday travel season is here!

We've got some exciting news that's set to elevate your travel game to unprecedented heights! Delta Air Lines is spreading its wings in the Live Music Capital of the World! Brace yourselves for 11 new peak-day flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) starting April 22, 2024.

Connecting the Lone Star State: Delta's Texas Gateway
Starting in April 2024, Delta will grow their Austin presence by an impressive 20% increase in seat capacity over July 2023. This expansion offers exciting opportunities for travel between Austin and Midland-Odessa (MAF) and McAllen (MFE). With three daily flights for each route, experience the convenience of direct conne…

Howdy, travelers!

It’s no secret that 2023 will be AUS’s busiest year ever! On our busiest days and every day, our main thing is making sure everyone gets through safely and comfortably. But hey, we've got more to offer than just that! At AUS, we take pride in reflecting our community’s values and delivering an authentic Austin experience. This past year, we’ve launched new services to make travel easier, connecting more travelers than ever before to local artists, and continued to showcase some of the best live music our city has to offer.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has just been named Medium-Sized Airport of the Year by CAPA - Centre for Aviation, one of the world's most trusted sources of market intelligence for the aviation and travel industry and host of the Global Aviation Awards for Excellence. ✈️

This prestigious award recognizes AUS's remarkable passenger and airline activity growth in the post-pandemic era. Fr…

In a bustling world where airports signify journeys, adventure, and new beginnings, there's someone behind the scenes ensuring the smooth flow of these stories: Rohini Kumarage, a powerhouse project manager at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). But it's not just a job for Rohini; it's her passion, her oasis, and a result of her unconventional journey.

Rohini’s enthusiasm for her role is evident in every architectural rendering, project meeting, and decision related to her many career AUS capital projects. Her path to engineering and project management was not a conventional one, shaped by challenges and a determination to fulfill her dreams while not disappointing her fa…

As we bid farewell to another remarkable year, it's time to reflect on the milestones and accomplishments of the Journey With AUS Airport Expansion and Development Program. This comprehensive, multi-year initiative is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of Austin and Central Texas amid record-breaking passenger and airline activity levels. From near-term remodeling to ambitious long-term projects, let's dive into the highlights that shaped our journey in 2023.

Greetings, esteemed members of the traveling community and friends within the construction industry! If you've been keeping tabs on the buzz encircling Austin's airport, you're likely aware of our climb to new heights, shattering passenger activity records and landing more nonstop flights. A variety of expansion and enhancement projects called Journey With AUS, are currently underway, all aimed at improving and modernizing our airport. 

In 2023, the airport played host not just to one or two, but a remarkable six informative events intended to bridge the gap between the airport and the construction industry as well as relate…