Airlines across the U.S. are expanding international routes. American Airlines has already generated praise for announcing its summer schedule for 2026 . American Airlines announced a new service to Prague, along with the only non-stop service to Budapest, Hungary, in the United States. The airlines also added routes to Athens, Greece (ATH); Milan (MXP); and Zurich (ZRH).

Delta Air Lines received praise for its new direct flights to popular European destinations . The airline made a significant splash with new flights to Italy. It appears as though the airline is already making waves before 2026, announcing a first-of-its-kind "Route Race."

For the first time, Delta SkyMiles members and employees can choose Delta's route for the summer of 2026. Although the offer is exciting, picking

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