United Airlines is on the verge of making aviation history by seeking approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to initiate nonstop flights between Houston and Tokyo Haneda. The airline has officially submitted the request to establish a daily nonstop route between George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston and Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo.
If approved, this groundbreaking initiative by United is designed to not only cater to the growing population of Houston but also benefit over 240 Japan-affiliated companies in the region and residents of various communities in the southern United States.
The proposed flights will create a direct link between 64 communities in the southern U.S. and Haneda, resulting in approximately 575,000 annual bookings bound for Tokyo. This represents a substantial 21% share of the entire U.S. mainland demand for the Japanese capital. This new connection will not only streamline travel between the two cities but also strengthen commercial and cultural ties between the regions, promoting greater international air connectivity.
United Airlines eagerly awaits DOT approval, anticipating the opportunity to offer this unique route to travelers. In doing so, the airline will further solidify its role as a pioneer in the American aviation industry, standing out as a crucial facilitator in expanding relations between the United States and Japan.
Text credits:By Journalist Flávio Bergmann
photomontage: by Vinícius Pascoal