Dominican Republic-based Arajet plans to expand its presence in the U.S. market and is exploring airline partnerships as it seeks to strengthen its role as a connecting bridge between North and Latin America.
Philippine Airlines plans nonstop Manila-Chicago flights by summer 2026, marking the first direct link between the U.S. Midwest hub and the Philippines.
Spirit has moved to transfer its two remaining Chicago O’Hare gate leases to United for $30.2 million after previously divesting two gates to American Airlines.
United Airlines said it will operate its largest-ever summer schedule from its Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) hub, unveiling five new routes.
American Airlines expects to reach pre-pandemic profitability levels in Chicago as United Airlines cites a weak competitive performance against its rival.
EgyptAir wants to launch new nonstop flights from Cairo to both Chicago and Los Angeles, which would expand the flag carrier’s U.S. network to five cities.
Romania’s HiSky will launch flights between Bucharest and Chicago in summer 2026, restoring a transatlantic link last served by Tarom more than 20 years ago.
United Airlines is strengthening its schedule on a series of routes that overlap with Spirit Airlines, increasing capacity as the ULCC pares back service.