American Airlines relies on Boeing 777-200ER for longest international routes in 2025

American’s longest scheduled route with this aircraft in 2025 is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), covering about 6,842 miles (12,390 kilometers). Other major routes include Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Auckland Airport (AKL), Dallas/Fort Worth to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT), Dallas/Fort Worth to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), and Tokyo Narita to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS).

The airline also uses the aircraft on transatlantic flights such as DFW–Rome and DFW–Venice during peak travel seasons. These routes are chosen for their high passenger numbers and strong cargo demand. Another important route is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Athens International Airport (ATH), as well as London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Los Angeles.

In South America, American flies the 777-200ER between DFW or New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE). These flights operate year-round for both business travelers and tourists while supporting significant cargo shipments.

Although the newer Boeing 787-9 offers better fuel efficiency than the older model, American continues using the 777-200ER on high-demand routes where both passenger loads and cargo capacity are needed most. The airline’s operations teams plan carefully for these long journeys—especially over oceans—by considering weather patterns and regulations affecting flight paths.

Despite being an older model in comparison with more recent widebody jets, refurbished interiors keep the passenger experience up-to-date with modern seating arrangements and entertainment options.

As American Airlines looks toward future fleet modernization efforts with next-generation planes promising lower emissions and greater efficiency, data from this year shows that “the data from 2025 shows that American continues to trust the 777-200ER with its most complex routes,” ensuring consistency in service quality on challenging long-haul flights.

While eventually expected to be replaced by newer models over time, “it has helped American Airlines connect continents, sustain cargo lifelines, and project its brand globally.” The role of the Boeing 777-200ER remains significant as it supports key parts of American Airlines’ global network through at least mid-decade.