American Airlines to Offer Premium Economy on Select New York to Los Angeles Flights
- Joe Breitfeller

- Jul 25, 2025
- 2 min read
American Airlines has today announced that from October 2025 they will begin offering Premium Economy on select transcontinental flights between New York and Los Angeles.

On Friday (July 25, 2025), American Airlines announced that they will begin offering Premium Economy on their popular route between New York (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX) starting this October. Premium Economy guests on American’s transcontinental route enjoy Priority check-in, security and boarding. Customers will also receive a personal amenity kit with premium skincare products and travel essentials. During the flight, guests can relax in wider seats with more legroom, a large IFE screen with noise-reducing headphones, and in-seat power. For added comfort, customers will be provided with an Ostrichpillow® lumbar pillow and crepe weave blanket. Additionally, Premium Economy customers can enjoy complimentary drinks and a hot meal with salad and dessert, all served on chinaware. Premium Economy will be available for booking from July 28th for travel on select flights from October 5, 2025.
In Friday’s announcement, American Airlines’ Chief Customer Officer, Heather Garboden, said,
“We are excited to provide customers the opportunity to experience our Premium Economy service on our premier domestic route. With the domestic debut of Premium Economy, customers will enjoy a more comfortable seat, enhanced amenities and elevated dining with hot entree choices when traveling coast-to-coast.”
American Airlines (NASDAQ: AAL) offers thousands of flights daily to over 350 destinations in more than 60 countries. The airline is a founding member of the oneworld alliance, whose member airlines serve over 900 destinations worldwide. American Airlines’ mission is To Care for People on Life’s Journey®.
Source: American Airlines


