Source: The Points Guy
Summary
American Airlines is expanding its international service at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) with a new daily flight to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT) starting March 27, 2027. The airline will also add domestic routes to Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) and Ontario International Airport (ONT). The move comes amid competition with United Airlines at ORD, where both carriers have added new flights and routes.
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The escape is carefully planned.
American Airlines’ new ORD-NRT flight is part of a joint venture with Japan Airlines, offering connections to Asia. The airline will fly a Boeing 787-9 on the route, but not the posh 787-9P with 51 business class suites. Members of American’s AAdvantage loyalty program receive reciprocal benefits on JAL under the partnership.
The trip promises a break from the usual ORD-HND flight, with a new destination in Asia. But it’s not just about Tokyo – it’s about the connections to the rest of Asia. And, of course, the obligatory lounge access and priority boarding for loyalty program members.
Because what’s a trip to Asia without a little bit of luxury and a whole lot of planning?
After all, the best way to experience the authenticity of a foreign culture is to schedule it in advance.
Author: The Points Guy
