American Airlines plans to resume daily nonstop flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Caracas (CCS) as soon as April 30, marking the first U.S. carrier to restore service to Venezuela after a suspension since 2019.
The route will operate using Embraer 175 aircraft flown by Envoy Air, American’s wholly owned regional subsidiary, reconnecting key traffic flows between the U.S. and Venezuela.
This timeline follows U.S. Transportation Department approval last month and ongoing coordination with U.S. and Venezuelan authorities for final government clearances and security assessments.
American’s Miami hub will serve as the primary gateway, enabling business, leisure, and humanitarian travel while bolstering its Latin America network.
Operational preparations remain the final hurdle, positioning the carrier ahead of competitors in tapping Venezuela’s recovering market demand.