![]()
- American Airlines becomes first major U.S. network carrier to resume
flights to Haiti with daily nonstop service between Miami (MIA) and
Cap-Haitien (CAP).
- The milestone flight was operated by an all-Haitian, Creole-speaking
flight crew.
- The carrier began service to Haiti in 1971, now returning to CAP
after more than six years.
- The new service marks the airline’s 100th destination in its
Caribbean and Latin America network — strengthening American’s Miami
hub as the world’s leading gateway to the region.
MIAMI — American Airlines celebrated the launch of daily nonstop service
between Miami (MIA) and Cap-Haitien, Haiti (CAP), restoring the airline’s
presence in Haiti and marking a historic milestone in the airline’s centennial
year as the 100th destination served in its Caribbean and Latin America network. The added connection further strengthens the role and connectivity of
American’s MIA hub, serving as the global gateway to the region.
“As we celebrate American’s centennial year, reaching a milestone 100
destinations in the Caribbean and Latin America highlights both our rich
history and our unmatched footprint in the region," said American's Vice
President of International Operations José A. Freig. “The continued growth of
our network in the region — including being the first airline to return to
Venezuela earlier this year — is a reflection of the legacy we’ve built and
one we’re proud to carry forward as we continue growing our network across
the region.”
The new route operates daily with American’s Boeing 737 aircraft, offering
customers convenient access between Miami and Haiti with more than 90
connections across the United States through the airline’s MIA hub.
From left to right - Birline Vernet, Patrick Casimir, Daphnee Ferdinand, Stricker Dilhomme, Naromie Moussignac.
The historic inaugural flight was operated by an all-Haitian,
Creole-speaking flight crew led by Captain Oliver Jean, reflecting American’s
long-standing connection to Haiti and its commitment
to delivering a welcoming travel experience for customers.
Momentum in Miami
Miami is American’s most internationally connected hub and the world’s
leading gateway to the Caribbean and Latin America, operating more than 410
peak daily flights to more than 170 destinations across 46 countries.
"The connection between the United States and Haiti is incredibly
meaningful, which is especially true in South Florida,” said American’s Senior
Vice President of MIA Operations Juan Carlos Liscano. "We know the critical
role air service plays in linking countries and communities, so we’re beyond
proud to reinstate such a consequential connection for so many. We’ll also have
our largest-ever schedule out of our Miami hub this winter, and there’s no
better way to continue our commitment to South Florida than by resuming our
Haiti service.”
The new service to Haiti adds to American’s ongoing momentum at its MIA
hub.
-
Preparing for growth: Plans are underway for a
reimagined Concourse D that will deliver more gates, enhance
international operations and elevate the customer experience — building on
American’s nearly 40-year of history in Miami.
-
Expanding premium offerings: New, improved and expanded
premium offerings are coming to MIA with an
all-new Flagship® lounge and major expansion of the
Admirals Club® lounge at D30.
-
Winter is coming: American continues to expand options
for Miami travelers with its largest-ever winter schedule with
increased service on
key routes this winter, including service to San Juan, Puerto Rico
(SJU); St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT); Antigua (ANU); Tortola,
British Virgin Islands (EIS); Exuma, Bahamas (GGT); St. Kitts (SKB);
and Rio de Janeiro (GIG).
- Connection to Venezuela: Earlier this year,
American became the first to reconnect Venezuela and the United States
in seven years with nonstop service between MIA and Caracas (CCS).
Since then, American has launched nonstop flights from MIA to Maracaibo
(MAR) and announced the airline’s first-ever service to Barcelona,
Venezuela (BLA), starting Jan. 15, 2027.
-
Commitment to community: American continues to
invest in the South Florida community with its most recently
announced
partnership with Inter Miami CF, as well as its extended partnership the Miami HEAT — taking customer and fan experiences to
new heights.
About American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL)
American Airlines is a premium global airline connecting more of the U.S. to
the world. With roots tracing back to an air mail carrier in the Midwestern
United States in 1926, American now operates more than 6,000 daily flights to
more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries and serves more than 200
million customers annually. Powered by a proud and talented team of 130,000
aviation professionals, American’s team lives out the airline’s purpose of
caring for people on life’s journey every day.
The world’s largest airline proudly celebrates its centennial year in 2026,
reaching a milestone that reflects a century of innovation and the Forever
Forward℠ spirit that changed the industry and the world. American introduced
the first scheduled air cargo service, the first airport lounge and the first
airline loyalty program and continues to reinvent the customer experience
today. The airline is also a founding member of the oneworld
alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe. Get
the latest about American at news.aa.com and
@AmericanAir.