ITA Airways launched the first-ever nonstop route between Houston and Rome on May 1.
HOUSTON — The first-ever nonstop flight between Rome and Houston has landed.
Italian-based carrier ITA Airways launched the route from Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Rome’s Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on May 1. The inaugural 10-hour flight was greeted with a water arch salute from the Houston Fire Department and a gate-side celebration.
The new route establishes a direct link between two major global cities just over a month before the FIFA World Cup.
Joerg Eberhart, CEO and general manager of ITA Airways, said Houston is a key market for its long-haul network, which is poised for future development.
“The new service opens up more of Italy to Houstonians and the wider Gulf Coast region, providing a direct gateway to Rome, and onward connections across Italy and Europe,” Eberhart said in a May 1 news release. “We are proud of our service, where travelers can begin to experience Italy from the moment they depart Houston.”
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