From the USA to the Costa Smeralda, the air connection will double in 2027 with United Airlines

Starting in 2027, the flight connection between Olbia and New York will become daily, enhancing economic and tourism ties between Sardinia and the USA. United Airlines will add three weekly flights to the existing Delta Airlines service, which operates four times a week. This decision reflects the growing interest in Sardinia, with 32,000 passengers recorded last season and an 80% occupancy rate. The new route will connect Olbia to Newark, emphasizing the airport's international significance. Studies indicate that this connection fosters economic relationships and attracts foreign investments, with a notable increase in American tourists visiting Sardinia, which has seen an 80% growth in tourism from the US over the past two years.

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