The Boeing 767, a prominent widebody twinjet, continues to operate on significant long-haul routes as it approaches its 44th anniversary of the first flight and 43 years since its entry into service with United Airlines. As of October 2025, the aircraft remains in demand, particularly for cargo operations, despite a decline in passenger use due to its aging design and less favorable operating costs compared to newer models.
United Airlines Leads with Long-Distance Flights
According to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, United Airlines operates the two longest scheduled routes for the Boeing 767 this month. These routes, exceeding 5,000 miles, connect Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (GIG). The flights span 5,013 miles (8,068 kilometers) to Amsterdam and 5,016 miles (8,072.5 kilometers) to Rio de Janeiro, both featuring block times of approximately 10.5 hours.
While passenger demand has waned, the 767’s operational capabilities continue to attract interest. A Boeing representative stated, “Boeing continues to see strong market demand for 767 airplanes, which offer outstanding operational efficiency and payload configuration.”
Other US Carriers Join the Long-Haul Ranks
In addition to United Airlines, other major US carriers utilize the Boeing 767 on long-haul routes. Delta Air Lines, for instance, operates a significant domestic corridor from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), covering 4,983 miles (8,019 kilometers). This route is serviced by the Boeing 767-300ER, which has a maximum range of 6,880 miles (11,070 kilometers).
United Airlines also operates a transatlantic route from its Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) hub to Athens International Airport (ATH), measuring 4,956 miles (7,976 kilometers). United employs different variants of the Boeing 767 for this route. Currently, the smaller Boeing 767-300ER is flying three times a week, but the airline plans to introduce the larger Boeing 767-400ER for daily service once the IATA Winter Schedule begins.
International Carriers Keep the 767 Flying
Away from US airlines, several international carriers continue to operate Boeing 767 flights on long-haul routes. Austrian Airlines, for example, utilizes the Boeing 767-300ER on its daily service from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), covering a distance of 4,464 miles (7,184 kilometers). Additionally, the airline operates lower-frequency flights to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
LATAM Airlines Peru also employs the Boeing 767-300ER on its daily route from Lima Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which spans 4,167 miles (6,706 kilometers). This service features a configuration with 19 business class seats and 211 economy class seats.
Brazilian airline Azul has scheduled Boeing 767 flights for five times a week between Belo Horizonte Carlos Drummond de Andrade International Airport (CNF) and Orlando International Airport (MCO). These flights, operated by EuroAtlantic Airways, utilize 267-seat Boeing 767-300ER aircraft.
Despite challenges in the passenger market, the Boeing 767 remains a significant player in long-haul aviation, showcasing its versatility and enduring appeal across various airline operators.
