Because your security is important it is advised you to obtain a boarding pass or priority verification card before proceeding through the primary security checkpoint at every airport.

Check In Options

• International Travel from the UK
• Dedicated check-in facilities for First, Business and Economy
• Park Avenue Check-In at London Heathrow

Park Avenue
At London Heathrow, Park Avenue is an innovative personal check-in service, exclusive to First and Business Class passengers and AAdvantage® elite-status members. Accessed by its own private slip road directly opposite Terminal 3, arriving passengers can simply step from the car and walk straight into an atmosphere of complete calm, totally free of the normal hubbub of the main terminal check-in area. There they'll be greeted by a dedicated team, waiting to check them in swiftly and without any stress or hassle. Passengers can then proceed directly to the departure area, via a dedicated lift, and onto one of American Airlines air-side lounges.

USA Domestic Travel

• Flight Check-In On AA.com
• Self-Service Check-In
• Curb side Check-In

Flight Check-In on AA.com

To locate your nearest ticket counter, locate your nearest printer. That's Flight Check-In on AA.com. It's just that easy. Whenever you travel on a U.S. domestic electronic ticket and you have access to the Internet and a printer, you have access to a boarding pass. Arrive at the airport with everything you need and you can head straight for your gate. Passengers with domestic e-tickets may check in on AA.com anytime from 24 hours to one hour prior to departure. Flight Check-In is available for travel in the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii), Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Self-Service Check-In
Check in, get a boarding pass and check your bags with American Airlines Self-Service Check-In. It's the most convenient way to check in for domestic travel with an electronic ticket (E-ticket). With Self-Service Check-In machines, you can check in, select a seat, check bags, get your boarding passes and obtain an electronic receipt. Eligible passengers can also standby for an earlier or later flight and request an electronic upgrade.

Curbside Check-In
Need to check luggage? Get your boarding pass at the curb. With Curbside Check-In, you can check bags, including excess baggage, and get a boarding pass right at the curb. That means you can go straight to the security checkpoint without having to stop at the ticket counter.

Curbside Check-In is available for passengers checking bags for a domestic itinerary. You can have electronic or paper tickets, with or without a pre-reserved seat.

Fast Track through Security
First and Business Class passengers may be eligible to use Fast Track at selected Airports.

Admirals Club
In 1939, American Airlines opened the industry's first VIP lounge at LaGuardia Airport in New York, forever changing travel at airports. The Admirals Club has become synonymous with comfort and elegance at major airports throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and Latin America. American Airlines currently has 40 Admirals Clubs across the system, for First and Business Class travellers.

Flagship Lounge
At the AmericanAirlines Flagship Lounge, you can get away from the busy terminal and enjoy a little peace and quiet before your flight. When you travel full-fare in the First Class cabin (F, P and Z inventory) on an American Airlines non-stop transcontinental or First Class international flight, it's yours to enjoy with compliments.

The Flagship Lounge is an exclusive, private lounge, equipped with everything you need to relax or do business. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, cocktails and snacks from the self-service bar. Make some phone calls or enjoy a complimentary newspaper. There's also an American Airlines representative to help with changing seat assignments and reissuing boarding passes.

Visit Locations:

• Boston: Terminal B, upper level, inside security area, entrance through the Admirals Club®
• Chicago: Chicago International First Class Lounge, Terminal 3, Gate K19
• Los Angeles: Terminal 4, across from Gate 40, entrance through Admirals Club
• London Heathrow: Terminal 3, Departure level after Passport Control. Exit Duty Free Lounge by Gate 12B on the right side

Arrivals Lounge
All First and Business Class passengers flying American to London Heathrow or Paris Charles de Gaulle are invited to enjoy the Arrivals Lounge amenities upon their arrival (Economy Class passengers can pay a fee of USD$50 for access to the Paris lounge or USD$35 for access to the London Heathrow lounge upon arriving). To enter, simply show your boarding pass at the front desk.

The Arrivals Lounge facilities offer services and amenities, such as:

• Private showers - 20 in London, 10 in Paris
• Hair dryers
• Trouser presses
• Complimentary beverages
• Cappuccino/Espresso
• Breakfast bar - London only
• Mini gym
• Fax/copy facilities
• Pay/credit card phones
• Individual work stations

At London Heathrow, the Arrivals Lounge can be found in Terminal 3. Exit to the right after Terminal 3 Customs Hall, then take the stairs or elevator to the Mezzanine level.

At Paris Charles de Gaulle, the Arrivals Lounge is located in Terminal 2A, landside at Gate 5. You'll find it opposite Customs and Arrival exit on level 0.

So the next time you fly American to London or Paris, visit the Arrivals Lounge and enjoy a continental breakfast, take time to freshen up or even check your messages before leaving the airport.

First Class
The lie-flat sleeper seats in First Class on Boeing 777 aircraft are designed to give you maximum comfort in any position. Each seat reclines completely to create a fully flat 6’6” bed with surrounding privacy divider. You can also fine-tune your seat position with an electronically controlled leg rest and footrest, and relax with the help of an adjustable lumbar support.

Introducing The Flagship Suite® - A New Level of Comfort and Luxury

The ultimate in privacy, convenience and luxury; experience a new standard of comfort in international First Class with the revolutionary Flagship Suite. Available on select Boeing 777 aircraft operating between the US and select transatlantic markets, each Flagship Suite features privacy dividers, powerports, leather headrests and a host of other comforts designed to enhance your travel experience.

Designed so you can work, dine, relax or sleep, the Flagship suite offers uncompromised flexibility. Whether you choose to watch a movie on your personal entertainment system, or swivel your seat to conduct business in your own personal conference area, the choice is yours.

When you're ready to sleep, settle in for a comfortable night's rest, as each Flagship Suite transforms into a fully flat, six-foot six-inch bed with drop-down armrests that allow for easier access and more sleeping space.

These state-of-the-art seats are designed to give you maximum flexibility and comfort in any position. Features include:

• New SpAA in Flight™ amenity kits with Temple Spa® aromatherapy travel products
• Swivel Seat (Industry First)
• Electronic Recline
• Electronic Adjustable Lumbar
• Winged-Adjustable Headrests
• Individual Laptop Powerport Connections
• In-Seat Video System with Personal Viewing Monitors
• Personal Reading Lights
• Individual Satellite Telephones
• Generous Underseat Storage Space
• Bose® QuietComfort® 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones

Enjoy private surroundings where you may relax or work before, after or between flights. The lounges provide comfort and elegance at major airports throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and Latin America.

Business Class

A Class of its Own

Business Class travellers will discover how relaxing long-distance travel can be when they ease into one of the comfortably designed seats. The product of extensive research and ergonomic studies, the business class seats afford an unsurpassed degree of comfort. We've included other thoughtful touches such as personal powerports for laptop computers and adjustable lumbar support so that you'll be rested and relaxed when you arrive at your destination.

International Features

• New SpAA in Flight™ amenity kits featuring Temple Spa® aromatherapy travel products
• Individual Laptop Powerports
• Six-way Adjustable Leather Headrest
• Increased Recline with a 60-inch pitch
• Ergonomic Seat Controls
• Additional Legroom
• Advanced Lumbar Support
• Complete Under-Calf Support
• Comfortable Leather and Cloth Upholstery
• Individual Satellite Telephones
• Personal Video with 10-channel Programming (Boeing 777) and Personal DVD Player (Boeing 767-300)
• Bose® QuietComfort® 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones

Enjoy private surroundings where you may relax or work before, after or between flights. The lounges provide comfort and elegance at major airports throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and Latin America.

*All features may not be available on all aircraft.

Savour world class cuisine and specially selected wines during your flight. American's award-winning food service is inspired by some of the world's most famous chefs. Use the links below to find out more.

Meal Items Available For Purchase

In a hurry? In select airports delicious food items are available for purchase.

Special Meals

Find information on dietary meal options available on most flights.

International Flagship Entrees

Enjoy more entree choices in First and Business Class.

Admirals ClubOnboard Beverages

Beverages available on American Airlines to make your flight more enjoyable.

Free Entertainment on American Airlines!

American offers complimentary entertainment on all audio/visual-equipped flights within the continental U.S., Canada, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, Central America and the Caribbean. Remember to bring your favourite headset onboard to enjoy the award-winning programming. If you find yourself onboard without a headset, one will be available to purchase* for $2. Take your purchased headset with you to use on future AA flights.

*Headsets remain complimentary on flights to Europe, South America and Japan.

During your flight, you can enjoy first-run films and CBS Eye on American on the main screen, or up to 14 channels of audio programming. If you are travelling on a Boeing 777, you will enjoy a personal video monitor with 10-channel programming. In First Class on the B777, you can also enjoy a Personal Video player with up to 20 additional movie selections. On select Boeing 767 flights in premium cabins, a personal In-flight Theatre offers additional entertainment. The In-flight Theatre includes a Bose® Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headset, personal DVD player and a portfolio containing up to 20 DVD selections.