American Airlines is bringing back daily nonstop flights between Miami and Cap-Haïtien beginning Sunday, November 1, 2026, giving Haitian families, business travelers and members of the diaspora another direct connection between the United States and Haiti.
The new service will operate from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Hugo Chávez International Airport (CAP) in Cap-Haïtien using Boeing 737 aircraft. It marks the return of a major U.S. airline to Haiti after commercial service was suspended in late 2024 because of security concerns.
According to American Airlines, the route will operate every day, connecting South Florida directly with northern Haiti. The scheduled departure from Miami is approximately 10:15 a.m., with the return flight leaving Cap-Haïtien at approximately 1:15 p.m. Flight schedules can vary, so passengers should confirm their departure and arrival times with the airline before traveling.
The return of the route is especially important for South Florida, home to a large Haitian-American community. For families who regularly travel to Haiti to visit relatives, attend family events or handle business, the direct flight offers another option without having to rely on connecting flights or smaller operators.
Travelers from other U.S. cities may also be able to connect through Miami, making Cap-Haïtien more accessible to members of the Haitian diaspora living outside Florida.
American Airlines announced the route in June as part of its expansion across Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America. With Cap-Haïtien joining its network, the airline reaches 100 destinations across those regions.
The return is also significant for northern Haiti, where Cap-Haïtien serves as an important gateway for surrounding communities and travelers heading to destinations across the North, Northeast and Northwest departments.
The service comes as U.S. flights to Port-au-Prince remain restricted because of security threats to commercial aircraft. In November 2024, gunfire struck several aircraft near the Haitian capital, prompting U.S. airlines to suspend service.
The Federal Aviation Administration’s restrictions have prevented U.S. carriers from operating in the affected airspace around Port-au-Prince, while Cap-Haïtien remains outside the restricted area and available for commercial service.
American Airlines previously served Cap-Haïtien before suspending its Haiti operations in 2020. The November 1 launch brings the northern city back into the airline’s network during the winter travel season.
For many Haitian families, the return of a daily American Airlines flight is more than a new route. It means another direct way to travel between South Florida and northern Haiti, reconnect with loved ones and support business and tourism activity in the region.
As the first flight prepares to depart Miami on Sunday, attention will be on whether the restored service can provide a reliable connection for travelers who have faced limited U.S. airline options since 2024.
