Delta New York–Olbia: 3,306 Passengers in September 2026

Delta’s New York–Olbia flight carried 3,306 passengers from JFK to Sardinia in September 2026, according to official U.S. international air passenger data analyzed by The Sardinia Guide.

Of those passengers, 3,035 were U.S. citizens, representing 91.8% of everyone traveling nonstop from New York JFK to Olbia during the month. In the opposite direction, 3,484 passengers flew from Olbia to New York, including 3,173 U.S. citizens.

Across both directions, the JFK–Olbia route recorded 6,790 passenger movements in September, with U.S. citizens accounting for 91.4% of the total.

Delta New York–Olbia Flight Data for September 2026

September remained a strong month for passenger traffic between New York and Sardinia.

Route	Passengers	U.S. citizens	U.S. share
New York JFK → Olbia	3,306	3,035	91.8%
Olbia → New York JFK	3,484	3,173	91.1%
Total passenger movements	6,790	6,208	91.4%

The inbound figure is especially relevant for the U.S. market: more than 9 out of every 10 passengers flying nonstop from New York to Olbia in September were U.S. citizens.

The data identify citizenship and direction of travel. They do not identify the purpose of the trip, so U.S. citizens recorded in the data should not automatically be described as tourists.

For schedules and practical details on the route, see our guide to Delta’s nonstop flights to Sardinia. The Sardinia Guide

More Than 3,000 U.S. Citizens Flew From New York to Olbia in September

Of the 3,306 passengers traveling from JFK to Olbia, 3,035 were U.S. citizens.

That corresponds to a 91.8% U.S.-citizen share, compared with 88.5% in August.

August recorded a higher total number of passengers arriving from New York, but September showed a higher concentration of U.S. citizens.

Our previous monthly analysis is available here: New York–Olbia Nonstop Flight: 3,673 Passengers in August. The Sardinia Guide

September Was the Third-Busiest Month From New York to Olbia

Among the first five months of the route, September ranked third for passengers flying from New York JFK to Olbia.

Rank	Month	JFK → Olbia passengers	U.S. share
1	August	3,673	88.5%
2	June	3,512	89.4%
3	September	3,306	91.8%
4	July	3,197	90.7%
5	May	1,128	93.2%

May was the partial launch month of the service.

September therefore remained close to the summer highs: passenger volume was below August and June, but above July. At the same time, the U.S.-citizen share was higher than in June, July and August.

For the previous cumulative analysis through August, read New York to Sardinia: 10,340 Americans Flew Nonstop. The Sardinia Guide

Delta Will Continue Flying From New York to Olbia Through October 24

September was not the end of Delta’s first Sardinia season.

The New York JFK–Olbia service continues through October 24, 2026, before the seasonal route pauses. Delta is scheduled to return to Olbia in May 2027. The Sardinia Guide

For Americans planning a trip to the island, our main Flights to Sardinia guide brings together the direct New York-area options and explains why Olbia is the arrival point for the nonstop U.S. routes. The Sardinia Guide

United Will Add Newark–Olbia in 2027

The direct New York-area market to Sardinia will expand again in 2027.

United Airlines is scheduled to begin nonstop Newark–Olbia service on May 27, 2027, adding a second airline and a second New York-area airport with direct access to Sardinia.

United plans to operate three weekly flights from Newark, while Delta is scheduled to return with its seasonal JFK–Olbia service. During the period when the two schedules overlap, the New York area will have direct Sardinia departures from both JFK and Newark. The Sardinia Guide

Read the full update here: United Adds New York–Olbia Flights to Sardinia in 2027.

What the September Numbers Show

The September data add another month to the picture of Delta’s first direct New York–Olbia season.

A total of 3,306 passengers flew nonstop from JFK to Olbia, and 3,035 of them — 91.8% — were U.S. citizens.

In both directions, the route recorded 6,790 passenger movements, including 6,208 U.S. citizens.

September therefore remained one of the strongest months of the route so far, even after the higher passenger totals recorded in August and June.

For American travelers, the broader picture is also changing. Delta will continue through October 24 and return in May 2027, while United will add Newark–Olbia service in 2027, expanding the number of nonstop options between the New York area and Sardinia.

FAQ

How many passengers flew from New York to Olbia in September 2026?

3,306 passengers flew nonstop from New York JFK to Olbia in September 2026.

How many were U.S. citizens?

3,035 passengers were U.S. citizens, representing 91.8% of the JFK → Olbia total.

How many passengers traveled from Olbia to New York?

3,484 passengers traveled from Olbia to New York JFK in September, including 3,173 U.S. citizens.

How many passenger movements were recorded in both directions?

The New York JFK–Olbia route recorded 6,790 passenger movements in September 2026.

When does Delta’s New York–Olbia service end in 2026?

Delta’s seasonal service continues through October 24, 2026 and is scheduled to return in May 2027. The Sardinia Guide

Will United fly nonstop to Sardinia in 2027?

Yes. United is scheduled to begin nonstop Newark–Olbia service on May 27, 2027, with three weekly flights. The Sardinia Guide

Data & Methodology

The Sardinia Guide independently analyzed official U.S. International Air Travel Statistics (I-92/APIS) for May through September 2026. The I-92 program is jointly operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Travel and Tourism Office and is based on APIS flight-manifest data submitted by carriers serving the United States. Trade.gov

For this analysis, The Sardinia Guide selected nonstop commercial passenger traffic between New York–JFK (JFK) and Olbia (OLB) and excluded general aviation. I-92 reports nonstop point-to-point segment traffic and distinguishes U.S. citizens from non-U.S. citizens. Trade.gov

According to NTTO, I-92 passenger totals may include crew and non-revenue passengers and should not be interpreted as a direct measure of destination visitation. No passenger figures used in this analysis were provided by Delta Air Lines, Olbia Airport or New York–JFK. Trade.gov

Data accessed October 14, 2026.

The official source is the U.S. International Air Travel Statistics — I-92 Data, published by the International Trade Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce. Trade.gov