American Airlines has announced that it is partnering with FIFA, becoming the official North American Airline Supplier for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will take place in the summer of 2026.
On April 17, 2025, American Airlines announced that it has secured air travel rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 across Canada, Mexico and the United States to deliver a “seamless travel experience in North America.”
American Airlines plans to provide more than 2,200 daily flights to the cities hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The airline will also partner with Qatar Airways, which is the Global Airline Partner for FIFA, to connect fans to all the upcoming matches.
“We look forward to flying fans across North America to experience the passion, energy and diversity of the beautiful game,” said Caroline Clayton, Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Communications of American Airlines.
“Together [with American Airlines], through our expansive networks, we can offer millions of travelers a seamless and rewarding journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026,” added Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Thierry Antinori.
The 2026 tournament will take place in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, and will feature 48 teams, three host countries and 16 host cities. It will consist of 104 matches and is expected to be the most attended and watched sporting event in history.
