Chicago Airport

Direct flights boost Asia access

Starting June 15: Etihad will double daily service to Chicago, while Charlotte flights will increase from weekly to daily. The company is strengthening connections between the US, India and Asia via Abu Dhabi

The airline, recognized as the world's largest airline by fleet size, passengers, and revenue, is celebrating its 100th anniversary with special events at U.S. airports, celebratory flights, limited-edition products, and a historic tribute to the 1926 Chicago-St. Louis route

EGYPTAIR will begin nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare and Cairo on June 21, operating three weekly flights with an Airbus A350-900. "This route will provide travelers with seamless connectivity between Egypt and one of America's most important aviation hubs"

American Airlines' expanded Admirals Club lounge at Chicago O'Hare will offer more seating, spectacular runway views and upgraded amenities for premium passengers

Founded in 1926, American Airlines celebrates its centennial by rolling out special liveries, onboard surprises, and tributes across the travel experience in 2026

Strengthening U.S. Connections

EGYPTAIR will begin nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare and Cairo on June 21, operating three weekly flights with an Airbus A350-900. "This route will provide travelers with seamless connectivity between Egypt and one of America's most important aviation hubs"

American Airlines' expanded Admirals Club lounge at Chicago O'Hare will offer more seating, spectacular runway views and upgraded amenities for premium passengers

The American airline plans to operate 222 destinations from Chicago O'Hare Airport this summer, including 47 international destinations. New domestic routes are also scheduled, alongside 2,500 new hires by the end of 2026. Company Vice President: "Hiring in the city we call home"

The unusual incident occurred at Chicago Airport: an American Airlines plane on its way to take off for Los Angeles collided with the tail of a United plane on its way to take off for Honolulu. The FAA has launched an investigation into the case, similar to one that happened at Ben Gurion Airport about seven years ago