American Airlines makes its Naples debut with fights from Philadelphia International Airport, the airline's main transatlantic hub.
American Airlines’ first-ever connection between the US and Southern Italy
The new direct flight between Naples and Philadelphia started operating on a daily basis on 7 June and will continue throughout the summer until October 2024. “This is American Airlines’ first-ever connection between the United States and Southern Italy,- said José Freig, vice president international operations of the US carrier. - The introduction of the new direct flight between Philadelphia and Naples responds to the growing demand for services between the United States and Southern Italy, and we are excited to offer our passengers more choices for exploring the Italian coast and beyond. We are also confident that this new connection will further boost the economic and cultural ties between our two nations.”
“Naples Airport counts 116 destinations”
“This new direct flight further boosts the intercontinental segment and is part of the quality offer of Naples Airport, which this year counts 116 destinations, mainly international, of which 20 are hubs,- said Roberto Barbieri, CEO of the airport’s management company Gesac. -It is a prestigious connection both in terms of inbound, with high-spending tourism arriving in our region, and outbound, because it brings Campania and Southern Italy closer to the rest of the world through the company's Philadelphia hub, from which it is possible to reach over 85 destinations in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico.”
The Boeing 787-8 aircraft has Business Class and Premium Economy cabins
On the new route the star-studded airline uses Boeing 787-8 aircraft offering passengers a complete high-end experience that includes Business Class and Premium Economy seats, state-of-the-art interiors, high-speed wi-fi, and a free onboard entertainment system with 1,500 choices that is regularly updated and can be enjoyed from all seats.
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