Tuesday, September 17, 2024 In exciting news for international travelers, American Airlines has confirmed its Summer 2025 European schedule, introducing five new routes connecting major U.S. cities to popular European destinations.
The airline’s new routes, set to launch between March and July 2025, will connect travelers from cities like Chicago (ORD), Philadelphia (PHL), Charlotte (CLT), and Miami (MIA) to in-demand European cities such as Athens (ATH), Edinburgh (EDI), Madrid (MAD), Milan (MXP), and Rome (FCO). These routes will be operated using the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner and the Boeing 777-200(ER), offering passengers a blend of comfort and innovation with seating capacities of 234 and 273 passengers, respectively. This expansion is part of American Airlines’ continued commitment to serving transatlantic travelers, offering convenient flight options from its U.
S. hubs to some of the most beloved destinations in Europe. Route Start Date Frequency Aircraft Total Seats Chicago (ORD) – Madrid (MAD) March 30, 2025 Daily Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner 234 Philadelphia (PHL) – Milan (MXP) May 23, 2025 Daily Boeing 777-200(ER) 273 Charlotte (CLT) – Athens (ATH) June 5, 2025 Daily Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner 234 Miami (MIA) – Rome (FCO) July 5, 2025 Daily Boeing 777-200(ER) 273 Philadelphia (PHL) – Edinburgh (EDI) May 23, 2025 Daily Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner 234 Dallas (DFW) – Barcelona (BCN) March 30, 2025 Daily Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner 234 Miami (MIA) – Paris (CDG) Summer 2025 Daily Boeing 777-200(ER) 273 Philadelphia (PHL) – Athens (ATH) March 30, 2025 Daily Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner 234 Philadelphia (PHL) – Naples (NAP) May 5, 2025 Daily Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner 234 The five new routes introduced in the Summer 2025 schedule will provide travelers with daily access to Europe’s cultural capitals and historic landmarks.
Here’s a closer look at the new routes: In addition to these new routes, American Airlines will continue operating several routes introduced in Summer 2024 due to their high demand and popularity. These routes will include flights to Copenhagen (CPH) , Naples (NAP) , and Nice (NCE) . The decision to continue these services highlights the strong interest from travelers in visiting some of Europe’s most picturesque and culturally rich cities.
Alongside the newly announced routes, American Airlines has confirmed the continuation and expansion of several popular routes, ensuring passengers have even more options when planning their European summer vacations. Key routes that will see extended or enhanced service include: All new and continued flights will be serviced by either the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner or the Boeing 777-200(ER) . The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner offers a capacity of 234 passengers and is known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort , including improved cabin pressure, larger windows, and quieter engines.
The Boeing 777-200(ER) , with a capacity of 273 passengers , provides a more spacious cabin and enhanced inflight entertainment systems, ensuring a comfortable journey across the Atlantic. Both aircraft feature American Airlines’ Flagship Business Class , Premium Economy , and Main Cabin seating options, offering passengers a range of services from lie-flat seats to extra legroom. In-flight Wi-Fi and access to the airline’s extensive entertainment library are available on all transatlantic flights.
American Airlines’ Summer 2025 schedule represents a significant expansion in its European offerings, providing U.S. travelers with direct access to some of Europe’s most popular cities.
Whether traveling for leisure or business, passengers will have more flexibility, convenience, and comfort with the addition of these new routes. By offering direct flights to Athens , Rome , Milan , Madrid , and Edinburgh , alongside continued services to Naples , Nice , and Copenhagen , American Airlines is reinforcing its commitment to providing unparalleled transatlantic connectivity . Travelers looking to explore the historic landmarks , cultural attractions , and scenic beauty of Europe will now have even more options to choose from as they plan their summer 2025 vacations.
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