American Airlines has resumed nonstop flights between Miami and Caracas, marking the first direct commercial service between the United States and Venezuela in seven years.
Flight 3599 departed Miami on April 30, 2026, with a celebratory send-off at the gate to mark the milestone. The service also served as the inaugural flight for the airline’s special America250 livery aircraft.
Nate Gatten, Executive Vice President of American Eagle, Corporate Real Estate and Government Affairs, American, said, “American is proud to be the first airline to resume service between Venezuela and the U.S. Our historic return to Venezuela wouldn’t be possible without the efforts of U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the governments of both countries. American is the leading air carrier between the U.S. and Latin America because of our incredible Miami hub and the people, elected leaders and community who help power it every day.”
American Airlines first began service to Venezuela in 1987 before suspending operations in 2019. The reinstatement marks a return to a market where the airline had operated for over three decades, connecting people, businesses and communities.
Starting May 21, American will introduce a second daily service between MIA and CCS, also with Envoy-operated Embraer 175 aircraft. The E175 is a dual-class regional jet featuring a premium cabin and free Wi-Fi, sponsored by AT&T.
With two daily flights, travellers will have greater flexibility in planning itineraries. The airline’s Miami hub also offers connectivity to over 85 destinations across the United States, enabling convenient one-stop access to Caracas from cities including Orlando, Houston and New York.
