QUEBEC CITY — American Airlines is ramping up service from Quebec City with a brand new direct route to Charlotte, North Carolina.

One route will fly once a week on Saturdays from Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) from Aug. 10, 2024 to Nov. 2, 2024. 

It will join American Airlines’ existing flights from Quebec City to Philadelphia and Chicago, giving Quebec City passengers more options for direct flights to a major hub in the carrier’s U.S. network. In particular, it will help develop new markets, mainly in California, Texas, Southeastern U.S. and Florida.

“We’re excited to be connecting Quebec City and Charlotte as we continue expanding our global footprint, providing travellers from all corners of the globe with more opportunities to explore,” said José Freig, Vice President International Operations at American Airlines. “Charlotte is a wonderful destination and a key hub for our network, so we look forward to adding Quebec to its growing roster of destinations as we further connect Canada and the United States.”

Robert Mercure, Director of Destination Québec cite, added:” American’s new direct service opens doors to three major U.S. markets: Texas, Florida and California, an area of great potential for the region. The link also makes Quebec City more accessible to cruise passengers, allowing us to better manage tourist seasons and lowering the carbon footprint from connections. Adding more flights to and from the United States strengthens our position in our largest international market, which will generate lasting economic benefits for the entire tourism industry.”