Delta Airlines, a U.S. based airline has announced recently to increase its connectivity to London Heathrow Airport. In the announcement the airline stated that from March 31, 2013 it will fly three times daily between Heathrow airport and its Hub in Atlanta.

During the year 2013, the airline will be further increasing its presence in the UK region with the help of Virgin Atlantic. AS Delta is striking a deal with VA, wherein both the carriers together will fly from several cities in the U.S. to UK 21 times every day.

El Bastian, President for Delta Airlines said in a press conference that this alliance will benefit them in coming at par with their competitors offering flights between U.S. and UK. This partnership will also offer Delta passengers with more flying options.