As the IATA Winter Season commenced in November 2025, long-haul travel to the United States has seen airlines adjust their schedules to meet changing seasonal demands. The Airbus A380, known for its capacity and comfort, is a significant player in this market. Data from aviation analytics company Cirium reveals that a total of **1,134 A380 flights** are scheduled to and from the US this month, offering **549,934 seats** for travelers.
Emirates has emerged as the dominant operator of the Airbus A380, with an impressive **420 flights** to the US this November. These flights span six major routes, all originating from the airline’s hub at Dubai International Airport (DXB). Emirates provides daily service to **Houston (IAH)**, **Los Angeles (LAX)**, **New York (JFK)** via **Milan (MXP)**, **San Francisco (SFO)**, and **Washington (IAD)**. Notably, the airline operates a twice-daily route to JFK without a stop in Milan, focusing on efficiency and customer convenience. Recently, Emirates was recognized for its performance at JFK Airport, topping the Fly Quiet Program rankings by utilizing Noise Preferential Runways whenever feasible.
European Airlines Contribute to A380 Traffic
The lucrative market between Europe and North America makes the A380 an ideal aircraft for these high-value routes. British Airways leads European operators this month with **244 A380 flights**. The airline’s highest demand is for routes from London Heathrow (LHR) to **Miami (MIA)**, with most days featuring two flights. Other services include daily flights to **Los Angeles** and **San Francisco**, while the route to **Washington (IAD)** will be operational until November 7.
On the other hand, Lufthansa plans to operate **52 round trips** to the US from its hub at Munich Airport (MUC). The airline is scheduled for **30 daily flights** to Los Angeles and **22 flights** to San Francisco. Interestingly, Denver will not feature in Lufthansa’s A380 operations this winter, despite its success during the summer. The airline has indicated that the route will return next year.
Asian Carriers Expand A380 Reach
In addition to the European airlines, four carriers from the Asia-Pacific region are also utilizing their A380 fleets for US-bound operations this month. All Nippon Airways (ANA) operates a unique service using three A380s adorned with special turtle liveries, connecting Tokyo Narita (NRT) to **Honolulu** with **60 departures** each way throughout November.
Qantas plays a vital role in these operations as well, deploying the A380 on three key routes. From Sydney (SYD), the airline offers **28 flights** to Los Angeles and **17 flights** to Dallas, while a route from **Melbourne (MEL)** to LAX includes an additional **nine flights**. According to data from aeroLOPA, Qantas’ A380 configuration includes **14 first-class seats**, **70 business-class**, **60 premium economy**, and **341 economy seats**.
Lastly, South Korean airlines are also active in the A380 market this month. Korean Air operates a daily flight from Seoul (ICN) to JFK, while Asiana Airlines connects Seoul to Los Angeles with **39 rotations**, translating to nine flights per week.
The presence of these airlines underlines the A380’s importance in the transcontinental travel market, offering passengers a blend of capacity and comfort on long-haul journeys. As airlines evolve their schedules in response to seasonal demand, the Airbus A380 continues to be a pivotal asset for international travel.