American Airlines Introduces 8 New Routes to Enchanting International Beach Destinations

Travelers could experience a much warmer winter this year, thanks to American Airlines. The airline recently announced its plans to expand in the Caribbean and Latin America, introducing eight new routes along with enhanced services on popular routes to coastal getaways.

In total, the airline will provide over 2,350 weekly flights to more than 95 destinations across the region this winter, leading all U.S. airlines. Here’s what you should know about American Airlines’ new route initiatives.

A New Destination: La Romana, Dominican Republic

One of the most notable additions to the service lineup is a new route from Miami (MIA) to La Romana (LRM) on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic, situated right near the famed Casa de Campo Resort and Villas and about an hour and a half drive from the capital, Santo Domingo. This service will begin on December 5, marking the first U.S. airline flight to this airport since 2017.

“We’re excited to expand our presence in the Dominican Republic with our eagerly awaited return to La Romana,” stated Oliver Bojos, American Airlines’ regional manager for the Central Caribbean, in an interview with Dinogo. “As we approach our 50th year of service in the country, we look forward to a record operation that underscores our dedication to the Dominican Republic.”

American Airlines already operates flights to four airports in the Dominican Republic: Puerto Plata, Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, and Santiago.

Daily service will commence on December 5, utilizing an Airbus A319. The specific schedule for this relatively short flight (and other new or expanded routes) has yet to be announced. Tickets for the La Romana flight, along with all the new routes, will be available on American’s website starting May 20.

New Routes to Costa Rica and the Caribbean by American Airlines

Alongside the La Romana route, American is introducing seven additional routes to the Caribbean, including:

• Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT) to St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVD): Service available on Saturdays starting December 7, using Boeing 737 aircraft.
• New York (JFK) to Bridgetown, Barbados (BGI): Daily flights commencing November 5 on Boeing 737s.
• New York (JFK) to Vieux Fort, St. Lucia (UVF): Service on Saturdays starting December 7, with Boeing 737 planes.
• New York (JFK) to Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (SXM): Saturday-only service beginning December 7 on Airbus A319s.
• New York (JFK) to St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVD): Saturday-only flights starting December 9 on Boeing 737s.
• Philadelphia (PHL) to Bridgetown, Barbados (BGI): Saturday-only flights commencing November 9 on Airbus A321 aircraft.
• Philadelphia (PHL) to Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR): Saturday-only service starting December 7 using Boeing 737s.

Expanded Routes by American Airlines

Moreover, American Airlines is set to boost the frequency of flights on some of its most popular routes, including:

• Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT) to Osbourn, Antigua (ANU): Daily flights beginning December 5.
• Chicago O’Hare (ORD) to Los Cabos, Mexico (SJD): Twice-daily flights from December 19 to January 6, 2025.
• Chicago O’Hare (ORD) to Nassau, Bahamas (NAS): Daily service starting December 5.
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Comayagua, Honduras (XPL): Two weekly flights beginning December 5.
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to George Town, Cayman Islands (GCM): Daily flights starting December 5.
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Huatulco, Mexico (HUX): Daily service commencing December 5.
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Nassau, Bahamas (NAS): Daily flights starting December 5.
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Oaxaca, Mexico (OAX): Twice-daily flights beginning November 5.
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Ixtapa, Mexico (ZIH): Daily service starting December 5.
• Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Cabos, Mexico (SJD): Twice-daily service from December 19 to January 6, 2025.
• Miami (MIA) to Bonaire (BON): Daily flights commencing December 5.
• Miami (MIA) to Cancun, Mexico (CUN): Six daily flights from December 19 to January 6, 2025.
• Miami (MIA) to Ocho Rios, Jamaica (OCJ): Daily flights starting December 5.
• Miami (MIA) to Tortola, British Virgin Islands (EIS): Five peak-day flights per week starting December 7.
• Phoenix, Arizona (PHX) to Cancun, Mexico (CUN): Two daily flights beginning November 5.
• Phoenix, Arizona (PHX) to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (PVR): Three daily flights starting November 5.

These new and expanded routes coincide with American's efforts to enhance its international travel experience. The airline is preparing to introduce new Flagship Suite seating on its Boeing 787-9s, Boeing 777-300s, and Airbus A321XLRs in the near future; while an exact date for the Flagship Suites' debut hasn't been disclosed, American had previously indicated they would launch in 2024. In the meantime, upgraded amenity kits featuring skin care products by Thirteen Lune will be available for first, business, and premium economy passengers on international flights. First- and business-class travelers will also receive new dual-sided pillows—one side cool and the other adorned with traditional fabric—along with pajama sets and slippers.

Simultaneously, American is revamping its in-flight dining offerings, introducing new dishes such as macadamia nut-crusted sea bass with citrus cream sauce and chili-marinated chicken accompanied by mojo verde sauce.