How to fly a Boeing 787 within the USA this September

Flights on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner are often associated with long international trips, with the promise of comfort and advanced technology that makes long flights more bearable. However, experienced travelers have the opportunity to experience this modern marvel on domestic flights within the United States. This September, several airlines will continue to operate the Boeing 787 on shorter routes, offering a unique opportunity to enjoy the benefits of this state-of-the-art aircraft. Here’s everything you need to know to get the experience while you can.

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Why fly domestically with the Boeing 787?

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is known for its cutting-edge features that increase passenger comfort. These include larger windows with electronic tint, quieter engines, improved air quality and higher cabin pressure that reduces jet lag and discomfort on long flights. These features are also beneficial on shorter flights, making the Dreamliner an attractive option for passengers on domestic trips as well.

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Additionally, flying on a wide-body aircraft like the 787 on domestic routes often offers more space and an overall better flight experience than the narrower aircraft typically used on those routes. Airlines sometimes use these aircraft on popular domestic routes for operational reasons, to reposition flights, or due to increased demand. However, this is becoming less common as airlines continue to recover from the disruptions caused by the pandemic and resume operating more long-haul international flights.

Improved comfort and technology

The Dreamliner’s modern design provides a smoother flight with less turbulence thanks to its gust suppression technology. Humidity control in the cabin is also a benefit: compared to other aircraft, more moisture stays in the air, helping to reduce dehydration, which is common on flights. For passengers, this means a more comfortable flight, whether it’s a quick stopover between several states or a coast-to-coast trip.

Which airlines offer domestic flights with the Boeing 787?

According to Cirium, an aviation analytics firm, several major U.S. airlines, including American Airlines, United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, will begin operating their Boeing 787 fleet on select domestic routes in September 2024. These flights will provide a unique opportunity to take advantage of the Dreamliner’s advanced features on some shorter domestic routes.

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• American Airlines: American Airlines frequently uses the Boeing 787 on routes such as Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Maui (OGG), Chicago (ORD) and Philadelphia (PHL). In September, for example, American is using the 787 on several routes, including 30 round-trip flights to and from DFW and OGG with 14,040 seats available, making it one of the Dreamliner’s busiest domestic routes. Other notable routes include Miami (MIA) to and from Philadelphia (PHL). These routes offer AA passengers a luxurious travel experience across the U.S., complete with the amenities normally reserved for international flights.
• United Airlines: United Airlines is also a major player and operates the 787 on several intercity routes. Key routes include Newark (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX) with 60 flights and 15,420 available seats. every directionand San Francisco (SFO) to Newark with 61 flights and 15,677 seats. United also offers a significant number of seats on routes between Honolulu (HNL) and Chicago (ORD): 19,080 seats in September. The airline’s use of the Dreamliner on routes such as these underscores the growing demand for enhanced passenger experiences, including on domestic flights.
• Hawaiian Airlines: Although Hawaiian Airlines primarily operates long-haul flights, it operates the 787 on routes between Honolulu (HNL) and mainland destinations such as Los Angeles (LAX) and Phoenix (PHX). In September, Hawaiian will operate 30 flights on each of these routes, providing 9,000 seats per route. every directionThis makes Hawaiian Airlines an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience the Dreamliner on flights to or from Hawaii. The airline’s use of the 787 on these routes is a testament to its commitment to providing its passengers with a first-class travel experience.