When does the New York - Nice flight start?

American Airlines launches its daily service between New York JFK and Nice on May 6, 2027, on an Airbus A321XLR. The carrier opens bookings on August 31, 2026 at aa.com and in its mobile app. The exact length of the season has not been published yet.

Can you book these flights with Aeroplan?

No. American Airlines belongs to the oneworld alliance, while Aeroplan is the program of Air Canada, a Star Alliance member. The two programs are not partners. For an award flight on American, you need AAdvantage, an Avios program or another oneworld partner.

How do you earn AAdvantage miles in Canada?

No Canadian credit card earns AAdvantage miles directly. The only path runs through RBC Avion points, which Avion Elite members convert at a rate of 7 miles for 10 points, with a 5,000-point minimum per conversion. A 15% bonus applies through September 3, 2026.

What is an Airbus A321XLR?

The A321XLR is a single-aisle aircraft designed for long-haul flying. It carries about 180 passengers, compared with more than 250 on a widebody, which makes it possible to open transatlantic routes to mid-sized cities. Air Canada has flown the type since 2026.

Which other cities is American adding?

Besides Nice, the carrier is opening Porto and Vienna, its two other new destinations. It is also adding Amsterdam from JFK, Reykjavík from Philadelphia, Barcelona from Charlotte, Tokyo Narita from Chicago, plus an extra frequency between JFK and London Heathrow.

Do you need a separate ticket from Canada?

Not necessarily. American Airlines and Porter Airlines have operated a codeshare since 2025, which lets you book a Canadian leg and the transatlantic flight on one ticket. A single booking also protects your connections in case of a delay.

Should you transfer your points now?

Transfer only if you have found an available award seat on aa.com. Converting Avion points to AAdvantage is irreversible, and the miles do not come back to RBC. The 15% bonus running through September 3, 2026 improves the rate, without changing that rule of caution.