Southwest Will Launch New Austin International Flights
Travelers can book nonstop trips to the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica starting June 3, 2027.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Air Travel
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Austin-Bergstrom International Airport travelers will gain new international and domestic nonstop options as Southwest Airlines expands its service from the city. Tickets for the expanded routes went on sale October 2, 2026.
Why it matters
These additions expand travel options for residents looking for seasonal getaways to Central America and the Caribbean. The new routes reflect the continued growth in air travel capacity at the Austin hub.
Southwest added 3 brand-new international destinations to its roster for 2027. This expansion supports an airport that currently manages 20 million annual passengers and 74,000 jobs.
The players
Southwest Airlines
The commercial airline carrier providing the new flight routes.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
The primary airport serving the Austin area.
The details
Southwest will launch twice-weekly international flights to Nassau, Punta Cana, and Liberia beginning in June, with seasonal service to San José starting in March. The airline is also adding new nonstop service to Savannah and bringing back daily seasonal flights to Portland. Additionally, new weekend service will connect Austin to Bozeman, Sarasota, and Knoxville. Travelers can purchase tickets for these routes via the Southwest website.
Timeline
March 13, 2027: Seasonal service to San José, Costa Rica begins.
June 3, 2027: New service to Nassau, Punta Cana, and Liberia begins.
June 3, 2027 to August 2, 2027: Operating period for international routes.
The Texas Context
This route expansion follows a pattern of growth in flight options designed to meet the airport's documented 20-million-passenger annual volume. It builds upon previous domestic service additions to further establish Austin as a major regional aviation hub.
Austinites looking to plan summer travel can now book these new nonstop routes directly through the airline's website. These services will operate on a limited schedule, primarily on weekends, between June and August 2027.
The takeaway
Travelers should check the seasonal schedule carefully, as the new international flights only run on Saturdays and Sundays between June and August. Keep an eye on the airline's booking site for specific departure times as the summer 2027 dates approach.
Further reading
For more updates on flight availability and airport operations, visit Air Travel.
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