The Rocket City and the Big Apple are about to feel a whole lot closer.

Delta Air Lines is launching a daily direct flight from Huntsville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport beginning April 14, along with a daily return flight. The airline will operate the route on 76-passenger Bombardier CRJ-900 jets with available first-class seating.

“Our customers desire non-stop service to major destinations to enable them the convenience of doing business in a day if needed,” Port of Huntsville Chairman Trey Bentley said in a news release. “We continue to strive to add new markets and provide travel options for our customers.”