AMERICAN Airlines is fly to a unique destination in the heart of Europe.
It comes after high demand from travelers.
The airline is making a major change to its flight itinery in 2026, and will now fly to Prague.
It means the carrier will extend its presence in Europe and South America from 2026 with six new routes.
American will debut new service to Prague and the only nonstop service from the US to Budapest, Hungary.
The airline will also add new routes to popular destinations including Athens, Milan, and Zurich.
But Europe is not the only destination where American Airlines is expanding its operation.
Increased flights
It is also increasing summer flights to Buenos Aires.
In a statement, Brian Znotins, American’s Senior Vice President of Network and Schedule Planning, said the change followed customer demand.
“Customers continue to tell us that Europe is where they want to go each summer and these new routes make it even easier to cross the Atlantic in 2026,” he said.
“We are excited to grow our network to new destinations like Prague and Budapest and offer even more premium travel experiences on our flights to Tokyo.”
In May 2026 American plans to launch service from Philadelphia to Budapest and Prague, as first reported by Men’s Journal.
In the same month, American is also expanding international service to Athens and Milan.
There will also be daily service between Dallas Forth Worth and Athens from May.
In March 2026, American will launch daily service from Miami to Milan with a non-stop flight.
The airline also announced a “special” for global soccer fans as the carrier launches limited-time service between Dallas Fort Worth and Zurich between May 21 and Aug 4 2026 and offers expanded summer service for four weeks from Dallas Fort Worth and Miami to Buenos Aires.
Tokyo expansion
The airline is also expanding to Tokyo.
In a statement, the company said: “Travelers who have their eyes on a summer getaway to Asia next year will have more options to enhance their journey with increased premium cabin offerings.
“Compared to summer 2025, American will increase premium seating capacity to Tokyo from Dallas Fort Worth and Los Angeles by more than 45 percent next summer.”
Top Five things to do in Prague
Famous for its hearty beers, cobbled streets and laid-back atmosphere, Prague is the go-to city break for many.
Located smack-bang in the middle of Czechia, this European capital is one of our favourite destinations.
Here’s The Sun’s Top 5 things to do in Prague.
- Visit Prague Castle
Dominating the skyline of the city, Prague Castle is one of the city’s main attractions.
Founded in 880AC, the 750,000sqft behemoth has hosted the kings of Bohemia and presidents of Czechia.
Many might not know that Prague Castle is also right next to the world’s poshest Starbucks.
- Stroll along Charles Bridge
No Prague itinerary is complete without a walk across Charles Bridge
A medieval bridge that crosses the Vltava River, Charles Bridge is one of the best ways to view the red-roofed and pastel-coloured city.
If you want to avoid the crowds, it’s worth getting to Charles Bridge in the early morning.
- Travel back to the 70s in the Retro Museum
Prague’s Retro Museum transports you back to everyday life in 1970s and 1980s Czechoslovakia.
With elaborately decorated set pieces and designs, you’ll travel back to the days of box-sized TVs and funky wallpaper.
- Take a beer-tasting tour
While Prague is the common site of British stag-dos, the beer is worth all the attention it gets.
Czechia is the birthplace of Budweiser, Pilsner and many other hearty beers.
With such a rich brewing history to explore, Prague is the perfect city to jump on a beer brewery tour or drop by one of its many bars.
A new immersive beer experience called Pilsner: The Original Beer Experience opened last year, which promises to bring the history of the famous Czech beer to life.
- Relax in Prague’s numerous parks
Perfect for long summer days and escaping tourists, the Czechia capital is bursting with lush green parks.
Some of the best include:
- Letna Park – a hilltop park that gives spectacular views of the Old Town
- Stromovka Park – full of beautiful ponds and shade
- Kampa Park – a small garden next to the Vtlava River
- Petřín Gardens – located on a slope, this park has a viewing tower, English gardens and an observation deck
Dotted around Prague’s outskirts you’ll find more vast and tranquil parks which will seem world’s away from the city.
Some of the best include:
- Přírodní park Šárka – Lysolaje – a forest with a lake and swimming pool
- Přírodní park Radotínsko-Chuchelský háj – a forest and grassland ideal for hiking
- Přírodní park Botič – Milíčov – picturesque wet lands with oak trees
