Summer is in full swing, and our international nonstop flights are here to fly you away to unforgettable adventures. Picture yourself surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies outside of Calgary, where Moraine Lake shimmers like a turquoise jewel nestled in the Valley of Ten Peaks. Prefer a laid-back vibe? Take a leisurely stroll along Amsterdam's picturesque canals, where twinkling lights dance on the water, casting a romantic scene.
Over here at the Austin Airport, summertime season means sippin'-time season! If you're traveling through the Texas heat, it would be a crime not to treat yourself to a mixed drink from one of our many restaurants.
Craving a cocktail? Strut on over to either Austin City Market, 24 Diner, or Parkside near Gate 9 if any of these specialty drinks tingl…
Flying to the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) is about to get a whole lot easier. Starting October 7, 2024, Delta Air Lines will introduce a new nonstop service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Valley International Airport (HRL) in Harlingen, Texas. This new year round service will operate once daily, making travel to the southern tip of Texas more convenient than ever.
Delta's new flight to Harlingen will be operated by SkyWest Airlines under the Delta Connection brand. The Embraer E175, known for its spacious two-class configuration, will service the route. The E175 offers 76 seats, with 12 in first class and 64 seats in the main cabin, including 20 Delta Comfort+ sea…
Whether you’re a frequent flyer or a newcomer to the world of aviation, understanding how airports manage their finances can be fun and interesting! Today, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s (AUS) Aviation Administrative and Business Development Division manager, John Gallo, will take you through the basics, shedding light on the intricate web of revenue streams, contracts, and negotiations that keep AUS flying high.
Let's start with the foundation: AUS operates as an enterprise fund. What does that mean? It means we generate our own revenues to sustain our operations. While AUS is owned and operated by the City of Austin, unlike other City of Austin department…
Howdy, readers! Welcome to the first post in a series that will take you on a ride behind the scenes of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). We’ll explore the various Department of Aviation Divisions that keep this bustling airport running. In this installment, we delve right into the heart of our airfield, with insights from Katlyn Fohn, one of the Airside Operations (Ops) Supervisors at AUS. Katlyn sheds light on the crucial role her team plays in ensuring safety, efficiency, and seamless operations.
First things first: What exactly does Airside Operations do?
At the core of Katlyn’s responsibilities lies a commitment to the…
Austin continues to grow, and so does our region's demand for air travel to destinations across the country and around the globe. Through the Journey With AUS program, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is expanding to meet this demand, helping improve your travel experience without losing sight of what makes Austin special.
When AUS first opened in 1999, it featured 25 gates and was designed to serve about 11 million passengers a year, and our nine-gate expansion that opened in 2019 boosted that number by 4 million more passengers. With a steady and strong growth in passenger activity since opening, AUS served (at the time) a record-breaking number of travelers jus…
It’s no secret that Austin is growing by leaps and bounds, and the Austin-Bergstrom Airport is no exception to that growth. For the past 25 years, AUS has found innovative solutions to address our region’s growing demand, including launching our Journey With AUS airport expansion program.
This month, we’re celebrating AUS’s 25th anniversary, and we would be remised to not take the time to revel on how far our, once little, airport has come. Today, we are hearing from one of our expansion program champions, our Chief Development Officer, Shane Harbinson. While Shane recently…
Are you ready to swap the scorching Texas heat for the cool coastal breeze of Eugene, Oregon? Well, now you can, thanks to Allegiant's exciting new nonstop service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Eugene Airport (EUG). The route launched on May 31st, just in time for your summer festivities. This seasonal route offers twice-weekly flights straight to the heart of this vibrant Pacific Northwest city.
Eugene is known for its mild temperatures and stunning natural beauty, making it the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts and urban…
As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), we turn the spotlight on Ramonika Carr, our Guest Services Officer, who has grown alongside the airport since its opening in 1999. From her humble beginnings as an intern to leading the Guest Services Division, Ramonika's journey reflects the growth and evolution of AUS. We sat down with her and asked her to share her experiences, memorable moments, and insights from her 26-year tenure at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Here’s what she had to say:
Early Days at AUS
Ramonika Carr's career at AUS began in the summer of 1998, right before the airp…
As part of our ongoing 25th anniversary celebration, we're sharing how Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) came to be, proudly commemorating a quarter-century of connecting travelers to the vibrant heart of Texas. Built on the historic grounds of the former Bergstrom Air Force Base, our airport has stood as a figure of progress and change since its beginning. As we commemorate this milestone, we're thrilled to offer an exclusive glimpse into start of the AUS journey…