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American Airlines will begin a new transcontinental route between Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in North Carolina and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) in California. The weekly service is set to start on December 20, 2025, and will continue until April 18, 2026. The route will be operated on Saturdays using a Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 172 seats.
The introduction of this route comes as Palm Springs experiences rising demand from visitors, with the city noted for its architecture, golf courses, and events such as the Coachella Festival. In 2025, Palm Springs International Airport has already set five monthly passenger records and has reported consistent year-over-year growth each month. In July alone, passenger traffic at PSP increased by 11% compared to the same period in 2024.
Harry Barrett, Jr., Executive Director of Aviation at Palm Springs International Airport, said: “This new connection builds on our momentum, adding even more nonstop access between the Coachella Valley and the East Coast. Every new route creates more opportunities for our community, our visitors, and our economy.”
