American Airlines is growing its presence in Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America throughout the rest of this year with eight new routes. To offer customers increased options and strengthen its position in these key regions, American is launching new service to Mexico City International Airport; General Rafael Buelna International Airport in Mazatlán, Mexico; Curacao International Airport; Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica; Punta Cana International Airport; Gregorio Luperón International Airport in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; and Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito, Ecuador, pending regulatory approvals.

“As the premier carrier to Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America with flights to 85 destinations, these additions highlight our commitment to providing our customers with a network that is second to none,” said Art Torno, senior vice president for Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America, American Airlines. “We are committed to each country we serve, and these new routes allow us to contribute to and further promote travel and tourism to and from the region.”

American also plans to reinstate its service between New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport and Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas, Venezuela, Dec. 17. Flights will operate five times per week with Boeing 757 aircraft. Flights are now available for bookings.