American Airlines is rolling out its premium Flagship Suite seats on even more long-haul routes this winter. Travelers on select Boeing 787-9 flights to four continents will be able to book private suites, lie-flat seats and upgraded bedding starting July 7 via aa.com or the mobile app.

Key Takeaways

  • Flagship Suite now offered on DFW→BNE, DFW→AKL, ORD→LHR, PHL→LHR and select DFW→EZE winter flights
  • Fully enclosed sliding doors, lie-flat chaise lounge, premium pillows, duvet and amenity kit
  • Look for the “78P” aircraft code to book on the newly retrofitted 787-9
  • Premium Economy and Main Cabin also upgraded; pajamas and mattress pads coming soon

New Winter Flagship Suite Routes

American is the only U.S. carrier operating ultra-long flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Brisbane (BNE) and Auckland (AKL). It’s also beefing up service to London, Buenos Aires and beyond on newly designed 787-9 aircraft.

Route Aircraft Notes
DFW → Brisbane (BNE) Boeing 787-9 Only U.S. carrier on the route
DFW → Auckland (AKL) Boeing 787-9 Only U.S. carrier on the route
ORD → London (LHR) Boeing 787-9 All summer and winter flights feature Flagship Suite
PHL → London (LHR) Boeing 787-9 Enhanced through December holiday season
DFW → Buenos Aires (EZE) Boeing 787-9 Select winter flights

When you book, look for the “78P” designator to confirm your flight uses the new 787-9 with Flagship Suite seats.

What’s Inside the Flagship Suite

Each suite blends privacy and comfort to help you rest on ultra-long hauls. Highlights include:

  • Fully enclosed sliding doors
  • Lie-flat seat that converts into a chaise lounge
  • Dual-sided, cool-touch pillows and premium duvets
  • Wireless charging pad and extra storage
  • Plush slippers, fleece blanket and premium amenity kit

Passengers in Flagship Suite Preferred Seats enjoy even more space and upgraded bedding.

American Airlines Expands Flagship Suites Routes

Cabin-Wide Comfort

American extends thoughtful touches beyond Flagship Suite:

  • Premium Economy: Wider seats, extra recline, lumbar pillows and fleece blankets
  • Main Cabin: Adjustable headrests, fleece blankets and complimentary lumbar support

Later this summer, on all widebody flights to East Asia, the Middle East, India, Australia and New Zealand, pajamas and mattress pads will join the existing slippers, pillows and duvets in Flagship Business.

How to Book

Starting July 7, Flagship Suite seats on these winter routes will be available for booking. Search for the “78P” aircraft code when you shop to ensure you see the updated seat map.

Fly in Flagship Style This Winter

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  • 🔍 Search award availability on American and Oneworld partners
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