img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}Planning a European getaway for the coming year, but you’ve been waiting for new nonstop routes to open from your favorite hub at Boston Logan International?
This time, you’re in luck, as Delta is adding not one, but two new European destinations to the Massachusetts capital’s network from May 16, 2026: Madrid, Spain’s capital and its leading city break, and Nice, the trendiest beach spot in the South of France.
Here’s everything you need to know about the new flights, and what to expect from Delta’s summer 2026 strategy:
Boston As Delta’s New Gateway To Europe
Over the last few years, Delta has ramped up Europe-bound service from its Boston (BOS) base like no other, from boosting frequency to cities like London and Barcelona, to starting new flights to in-demand destinations that previously lacked a connection with Massachusetts.
When it comes to Madrid, there are in fact nonstop flights from Boston to the Spanish capital already, except they’re operated by Spain’s own Iberia, and in the high season, they’re joined by low-cost JetBlue. Be that as it may, there has never been a full-service, U.S.-based airline operating in this market.
As for Nice, this will be the first time Boston-based travelers enjoy a nonstop connection to the Pearl of the French Riviera, without requiring stopovers in Paris. Previously, Delta only offered nonstop service to Nice from Atlanta, New York (JFK), and Philadelphia.
Now that Madrid and Nice are in the cards, Delta will serve at least a dozen European destinations from Boston next summer. Madrid flights will be available daily, while Nice ones will initially run on a three-times-weekly schedule, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
By the way, in the meantime, Barcelona flights will increase to a daily frequency from May 7, and Milan will see four-times-weekly flights from May 16.
What To Expect From Delta’s New Europe Flights
It’s no wonder Delta is investing this heavily in Boston, now that Logan International hosts their Delta One Lounge and a revamped, larger Sky Club Space. In short, they’re aiming to become the first choice for travelers heading to Europe.
Comfort plays a huge part in it, as well. Both Madrid and Nice routes will be run on a brand new Airbus A330-900neo, with a 281-seat configuration.
Out of those, 29 are reserved for Delta One (their business class) seats, 28 are for Premium Select (the equivalent to Premium Economy, 56 are Comfort+ seats (these typically offer extra legroom), and finally, 168 seats in the Main Cabin.
As far as competition goes, Madrid is a smart move. Seeing that only JetBlue offered Boston–Madrid flights in summer, with their restrictive luggage policies and subpar in-flight services, Delta’s addition will lure travelers who aren’t exactly keen on budget carriers.
Nice, on the other hand, is a long-overdue inclusion, given the rising demand for the South of France among Americans, and the fact it was missing altogether from Boston’s flight map. Better late than never, as they say.
Jointly, the routes will boost Boston’s connectivity with Southern Europe and ensure Massachusetts travelers get to these sunny spots without layovers.
Why Visit Madrid In 2026
As the capital of Spain, Madrid has no shortage of world-class museums, elegant boulevards, and lush parks to discover.
It plays host to the Prado Museum, one of the largest in the world, guarding masterpieces by artists such as Goya, El Greco, and Rubens. Nearby, the Royal Palace of Madrid is Europe’s largest royal residence, beating London’s Buckingham Palace, except that you can visit this one on a guided tour.
Over at Retiro Park, Madrid’s very own ‘Central Park’, tourists will find a sprawling green oasis, right in the middle of the bustling city, and when exploring the city’s charming Historic Center, it’s impossible to miss Plaza Mayor, an iconic square surrounded by arcaded buildings.
And How Nice Is Nice?
Craving beaches and culture instead? Nice is your best bet at finding both, as Madrid, unlike many other sun-drenched gems in Spain, isn’t on the coast.
Nice is a vibrant city straddling France’s Mediterranean shoreline, best known for its picture-perfect Vieux-Nice, an Old Town peppered with local-frequented trattorias and bars, and cut through with winding, cobbled lanes, and a lively marina.
Its long Promenade des Anglais is a boardwalk running along a turquoise stretch of sea, and though the beach there isn’t made of the same white sand that makes neighboring Cannes so appealing, the warm waters and townscape views are unbeatable.
Whether you’re flying with Delta to Madrid or Nice next year, you should be prepared for upcoming changes in entry requirements that will affect all Americans traveling to Europe—this includes a new mandatory digital permit you’ll need to apply for before traveling.
Learn more about it here.
Vinicius CostaVini, our senior lead writer at Travel Off Path, has over 60+ countries under his belt (and currently weaving tales from Paris!), and a knack for turning off-the-beaten-path experiences into informative stories that will have you packing your bags.
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