American Airlines Flight 1979 Deals & Information (2025/2026)

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American Airlines Flight 1979 Route Deals From

The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $217 and for one-way flights to Los Angeles Intl. for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 1
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$217 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from O'Hare Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $217 found 1 hour ago

Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number AA1979 take?
AA1979 is used on a number of routes. Most commonly, AA1979 flies direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Orlando, FL Airport (MCO-Orlando Intl.). If that’s your flight path, you’ll be airborne for approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes.
What kind of plane is on flight number AA1979?
If you’ve booked a ticket on flight AA1979 from Philadelphia, PA Airport (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.) to MCO, there’s a good chance you’ll be setting off on an Airbus A320. Flight AA1979 serves numerous routes, but this is the busiest.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
For more info about changing your AA1979 flight with Travelocity, please visit our Customer Service Portal.