American returns to Tokyo from Chicago in 3-route expansion

American Airlines is expanding its international profile at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD). The Oneworld alliance carrier will add new service from ORD to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT) on March 27, 2027, American said Wednesday. The daily flight marks a return for American to the ORD-NRT market after a seven-year hiatus. American will fly…

Amex launches ‘Pay with Points’ through Apple Pay

American Express cardholders have a new way to redeem Membership Rewards points. Eligible cardholders can now use Membership Rewards points directly through Apple Pay when checking out online or in apps on an iPhone or iPad. The feature lets you apply points toward eligible purchases without leaving the Apple Pay checkout experience. Here’s what to…

Dallas area’s new McKinney Airport lands first airline, 5 routes

It’s really happening: the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is getting a third commercial airport. And from the start, it will be anchored by one of America’s newest budget airlines. Avelo Airlines on Tuesday announced it will be the first carrier to serve McKinney National Airport (DTX), which is expected to debut its new terminal and commercial…