American Airlines and JetBlue Airways have announced a new partnership to share routes and loyalty benefits as the two US carriers seek to survive the hit from the coronavirus crisis.

The venture will enable American to launch international flights from New York to Tel Aviv and Athens, while JetBlue will add more flights through New York, the companies said in a press release.

Customers will be able to reserve flights on either company's website and can book a single itinerary using flights from both airlines.