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Popular American Airlines Routes
Top AA routes from major US hubs. Prices shown are per person and reflect recently found fares.
American Airlines Classes of Service
From Basic Economy to Flagship First, here’s what’s included in every American Airlines cabin.
Basic Economy
- Comfortable standard seating
- Free snacks and soft drinks
- Free in-flight entertainment
Premium Economy
- Priority check-in, security & boarding
- Extra legroom, wider adjustable seats
- Chef-inspired meal with free wine & beer
- Amenity kit, pillow & blanket included
Flagship Business
- Priority check-in & baggage handling
- Access to premium lounges in select cities
- Fully lie-flat seats on international routes
- Multi-course chef-inspired dining with wine
Flagship First
- Private expedited check-in & security
- Premium lounge access at select hubs
- Lie-flat seats with full aisle access
- Multi-course dining paired with wine
Why Fly American Airlines?
Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, American Airlines is the world’s largest airline by fleet size, scheduled passengers carried, number of destinations served, and revenue. Founded in 1930 and operating since 1936, AA is a founding member of the Oneworld Alliance, connecting travelers to partner carriers and over 1,000 partners worldwide.
American Airlines is the largest operator of the Airbus A320 family in the world, with a fleet of 953 aircraft flying to major cities including London, New York City, Los Angeles, Paris, Rome, and Athens. AAdvantage, the airline’s loyalty program, lets frequent flyers earn miles redeemable for flights, upgrades, hotels, car rentals, and vacation packages.
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American Airlines is the largest operator of the Airbus A320 family in the world, with a fleet of 953 aircraft flying to major cities including London, New York City, Los Angeles, Paris, Rome, and Athens. AAdvantage, the airline’s loyalty program, lets frequent flyers earn miles redeemable for flights, upgrades, hotels, car rentals, and vacation packages.
Use AirlineTickets.services to compare all available American Airlines routings and lock in the lowest cheap American Airlines flights from your nearest US departure city.
American Airlines — Quick Facts
Founded
1930 (ops began 1936)
Headquarter
Fort Worth, Texas
Alliance
Oneworld (founding member)
Fleet Size
953 aircraft
Hub Airports
CLT, ORD, DFW, LAX, MIA, JFK, LGA, PHL, PHX, DCA
Most Popular Route
Charlotte – Dallas
Most Popular Destination
Dallas
Most Popular Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Baggage, Check-In & Travel Policies
Everything to know before you fly American Airlines.
Carry-On Baggage
1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag allowed. Carry-on max dimensions: 22 x 14 x 9 in (56 x 36 x 23 cm) including wheels and handles. Personal item max: 18 x 14 x 8 in.
Checked Baggage
Two complimentary checked bags on most fares. Maximum size is 62 linear inches per bag, with a total weight allowance of 50 lbs across checked baggage.
Online Check-In
Check in online and print your boarding pass from home. Available from 24 hours up to 45 minutes before domestic departure, or 90 minutes before international departure.
Unaccompanied Minor Service
Available for children ages 5–14. Kids aged 5–7 may only travel on nonstop or direct flights. A completed unaccompanied minor form is required at the airport on the day of travel.
Advantage Loyalty Program
Earn miles on American Airlines and 1,000+ Oneworld partners. Redeem for flights, upgrades, hotels, car rentals, and vacations — or share miles with friends and family.
Book 4–6 Weeks Ahead
American Airlines fares tend to rise closer to departure. Book in advance, fly mid-week, and set a fare alert on AirlineTickets.services to catch price drops.
American Airlines Traveler Insights
A snapshot of who’s flying AA and where they’re headed, based on recent booking trends.
51%
of AA passengers are female
36%
of AA passengers are millennials
15%
of AA passengers are over age 60
5%
travel with kids under 14
Only about 0.35% of American Airlines passengers book First or Business Class — the majority fly Main Cabin or Basic Economy. Dallas is the most popular destination, and Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) is the most popular airport among AA travelers.
American Airlines Flights — Frequently Asked Questions
American Airlines operates around 6,700 flights per day to roughly 350 destinations in more than 50 countries, including New York City, Paris, London, Madrid, Zurich, Panama City, Lima, and Lisbon.
Passengers may bring 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag. Carry-on bags must not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 36 x 23 cm) including handles and wheels; personal items must not exceed 18 x 14 x 8 inches.
Most travelers can check 2 bags, each up to 62 linear inches, with a combined weight allowance of 50 lbs. Extra or oversized bags may incur additional fees.
Check in on aa.com or the American Airlines app and print or save your boarding pass. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 45 minutes before domestic flights or 90 minutes before international flights.
Advantage is American Airlines' frequent flyer program. Members earn miles on AA and more than 1,000 partner airlines and businesses, redeemable for flights, upgrades, hotels, car rentals, and vacation packages — and miles can be shared or gifted.
Compare fares on AirlineTickets.services, book 4–6 weeks ahead, fly mid-week, set fare alerts, and consider flexible date search to catch the lowest AA airfare for your route.
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