Air France Adds New Phoenix Route

The airline is bolstering its U.S. network with new service to Phoenix.

A 787-9 Dreamliner destined for Air France during its checks at Paine Field. (Photo: AirlineGeeks | Katie Zera)

[ Routes ]January 22, 2024 5:16 pm ET

By Ryan Ewing

Air France is growing its network in the U.S. with a new route from Paris-CDG to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Slated to launch on May 23, 2024, the new route is the carrier’s 17th U.S. destination.

The new Paris-Phoenix flight will operate three times per week operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. AF68 will depart CDG at 10:10 a.m. local time and arrive in Phoenix at 12:10 p.m. AF69 departs PHX at 2:10 p.m. local time, arriving in Paris at 9:15 a.m. the next day.

Air France will be the third European airline to serve Phoenix. The Valley of the Sun currently has service from both British Airways and Condor.

The city estimates that the new route will bring with it $30 million in annual economic impact. The number of passengers flying between Phoenix and Paris has grown by nearly 40% from 2019 levels, according to the city.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Paris was Phoenix’s largest underserved market in Europe, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said during a news conference. In addition, the new route will start in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

The French flag carrier recently announced it is resuming service to Minneapolis this summer. The airline also plans to extend its service from Paris to Raleigh-Durham with up to seven weekly flights.

Author
Recent Posts

Follow Ryan

Ryan Ewing

Ryan founded AirlineGeeks.com back in February 2013 and has amassed considerable experience in the aviation sector. His work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Ryan has experience in several facets of the industry from behind the yoke of a Cessna 172 to interviewing airline industry executives. Ryan works for AirlineGeeks' owner FLYING Media, spearheading coverage in the commercial aviation space.

Follow Ryan

Author

Ryan Ewing

Ryan founded AirlineGeeks.com back in February 2013 and has amassed considerable experience in the aviation sector. His work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Ryan has experience in several facets of the industry from behind the yoke of a Cessna 172 to interviewing airline industry executives. Ryan works for AirlineGeeks' owner FLYING Media, spearheading coverage in the commercial aviation space.

View all posts

Subscribe to AirlineGeeks' Daily Check-In

Receive a daily dose of the airline industry's top stories along with market insights right in your inbox.

South African Airways Relaunches Australia Route

South African Airways (SAA) has resumed scheduled flights between Johannesburg, South Africa and Perth, Australia. The restart of this route…

[ Related Stories ]April 28, 2024 10:51 pm ET

By Joey Gerardi

American Trims Some Routes Amid Boeing Delivery Delays

American has changed some of its schedules for the coming winter season, predominantly on widebody routes as well as a…

[ Related Stories ]April 27, 2024 11:49 am ET

By Ryan Ewing

American Adds Boeing 787 Flights From New York

American is planning to operate its first regularly scheduled Boeing 787 flights from New York-JFK later this year. The Fort…