enroute

En route is a phrase meaning on the way to a destination; in English it is used to indicate that something or someone is currently traveling toward a planned endpoint. The term comes from the French en route, literally meaning “in (the) road” or “on the way.” In modern usage it is typically written as two words, though some less formal texts may spell it as enroute.

Common contexts for en route include aviation, maritime, logistics, and general travel. In aviation, crew announcements and flight trackers may describe a flight as en route to a city, indicating mid-flight status. In shipping and parcel delivery, a package is said to be en route while it is being transported to the recipient. In travel writing and planning, journeys are described as en route when discussing movement from origin toward a destination, including planned layovers or stops.

Nuances and style notes: en route emphasizes the process of moving toward a destination rather than arrival. It is not a synonym for “arrived” or “delivered.” Depending on formality and style guidelines, alternatives such as in transit or on the way may be used. Spelling can vary by publication, but the two-word form en route is standard in formal and neutral contexts.