American Airlines is one of the world's largest carriers and a founding oneworld alliance member, operating from major hubs including Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Charlotte (CLT), Miami (MIA), Chicago (ORD), Philadelphia (PHL), Phoenix (PHX), and Los Angeles (LAX). With an extensive domestic network and strong international service across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, American is a primary choice for U.S. travelers. FaresMatch compares American fares daily with Delta, United, and all available options to find you the lowest price.
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One-way starting prices on popular American routes. Search above for live availability.
DallasShoulder seasonLAX → DFWLos Angeles – Dallas- Flight time
- 3h nonstop
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$89
MiamiWinter escapeJFK → MIANew York – Miami- Flight time
- 3h nonstop
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$99
LondonFall travelDFW → LHRDallas – London- Flight time
- 9h 30m nonstop
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$380
CancunBook earlyMIA → CUNMiami – Cancun- Flight time
- 1h 45m nonstop
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$129
PhoenixMidweek dealORD → PHXChicago – Phoenix- Flight time
- 3h 30m nonstop
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$79
CharlotteYear-roundLGA → CLTNew York – Charlotte- Flight time
- 2h nonstop
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$89
American Airlines hubs
Chicago & Philadelphia
DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
American's largest hub — the world's busiest airport by aircraft movements with connections across the U.S. and internationally.
CLT Charlotte
Second-largest AA hub with strong East Coast connectivity and transatlantic services.
MIA Miami
Gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean — American's primary hub for South American connections.
ORD/PHL Chicago & Philadelphia
Major Midwest and Northeast hubs with strong domestic and European route networks.
Tips for booking American Airlines flights
American offers a 24-hour risk-free cancellation window on most fares booked at least 7 days before departure — book early and cancel within 24 hours if a better fare appears.
American's AAdvantage program earns on oneworld partners including British Airways, Japan Airlines, and Qatar Airways — valuable for international award redemptions.
On most U.S. routes, American, Delta, and United compete directly. FaresMatch compares all three in one search — savings of $30–$80 per ticket are common when comparing carriers.
Frequently asked questions
What alliance is American Airlines in?
American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld alliance. AAdvantage miles earn and redeem on British Airways, Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways, and other oneworld partners.
Does American Airlines charge for checked bags?
Most American Economy fares charge for checked bags ($35 first bag, $45 second on domestic routes). Main Cabin Plus and above include a free checked bag. AAdvantage elite members receive free bags based on status.
Can I cancel an American Airlines ticket for free?
American offers 24-hour risk-free cancellation on most tickets booked 7+ days before departure. Refundable and Main Cabin Flexible fares can be cancelled for a full refund; Basic Economy has restrictions.
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