“We are very excited to be offering this new route to one of Europe’s premier business destinations,” said Franco Tedeschi , American’s Vice President — Chicago. “This new route augments our existing European service from Chicago and the route launched recently by our oneworld® and codeshare partner, airberlin, from O’Hare to Berlin. Having two new fights to Germany is a win-win for Chicago business and leisure travelers.”
“The ability to reach foreign markets with direct flights has a profound effect on our economy,” said Chicago Department of Aviation Commissioner Rosemarie Andolino . “It represents a great opportunity to grow business and tourism. In fact, the annual economic impact to the Chicago area from this new service is estimated at $125 million. This service will further enhance strong business connections between Germany and Chicago. Germany is a top investor in our city. There are about 200 Germany-based companies in the Chicago area at 500 locations.”
Business customers who will fly on this route can gain up to 20,000 bonus miles every time they fly a round trip, while customers choosing Economy class will be rewarded with 10,000 bonus miles for a round trip on this new route. In order to benefit from these miles, customers need to register prior to travel at aa.com/offers.
American Airlines plans to add other flights this summer to its serviced destination list, launching a new international service to Asia and Europe later this spring and summer. Starting June, 12, the company will begin a service between New York — JFK and Dublin, Ireland.
In addition to these launches, the company will also launch its first-ever service to Seoul, South Korea from its largest hub in Dallas/Fort Worth, starting on May 9. at the beginning of this month, American Airlines launched a daily nonstop flight between Dallas/Fort Worth and Lima.
By Amey Myers
