This week, Avelo
Airlines is expanding its network to include new routes out of its base in
Connecticut, giving New England travelers more convenient and cost-effective
options than ever before. And, this growth isn’t just in terms of domestic travel—ultra-low-cost
carrier is also launching its first-ever flights to international destinations,
increasing customers’ access to a pair of popular Caribbean
destinations.
On Thursday, Avelo opened
its base of operations Hartford's Bradley International Airport (BDL) and initiated
its new service from BDL to two North Carolina airports: Wilmington
International Airport (ILM) and Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA) near
Charlotte. On November 15, the airline will also add routes from BDL to Florida’s
Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) and Lakeland Linder International
Airport (LAL) near Orlando.
This week,
travelers will also be able to fly from Hartford to Houston’s William P. Hobby
Airport (HOU). And, also this week, Avelo will commence its first-ever
scheduled international flights from Hartford, connecting passengers to Cancun
and Jamaica’s
Montego Bay. Only last year, Avelo launched its very first
service to a destination outside the continental U.S. with flights to Puerto
Rico 's San Juan Luis Munoz Marín International Airport (SJU).
With its opening
of a base at BDL and two aircraft initially positioned in Hartford, Avelo has now
established dual operations in the area alongside its other base in New Haven.
This expansion represents its further investment in the Connecticut region and will
allow the airline to considerably increase its convenient, affordable and reliable
service across the Northeast.
“Over the last
several years, Bradley has implemented many major improvements that have
resulted in this airport being ranked by leading travel analysts as one of the
best in the nation,” Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont remarked in a statement.
“The addition of Avelo Airlines at Bradley will only increase this airport’s
reputation as one of the most convenient airports in the Northeast.”
“Avelo is proud to
be Connecticut’s Airline. Our Customers tell us they love flying Avelo, and
we’re excited to make flying Avelo even more convenient for travelers across
the state. With 29 nonstop destinations, including two popular international
locations, it’s easier than ever for travelers to seamlessly and reliably get
to and from Connecticut,” said Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy. He
added, “And with three consecutive profitable quarters, Avelo is
well-positioned for even more growth in the future.”
The freshly added
domestic routes will run twice per week aboard Boeing Next-Generation 737
aircraft, with introductory one-way fares priced from just $56. To take
advantage of this promotion, however, customers will need to book by November
14 for U.S. travel between January 9 and February 9, 2025. Operating on an
ultra-low-cost model, Avelo’s fare are a base rate and do not include add-ons
like carry-on and checked bags, assigned seating and other optional services.
Avelo made its
debut in 2021 and has made a name for itself by flying unserved routes to largely
underserved communities across the U.S. Even in high-demand destinations, the
airline utilizes smaller regional airports to make the air travel experience a
less-crowded, smoother and more enjoyable one. It has also distinguished itself
through its industry-leading reliability, currently ranking
first for on-time performance and boasting the lowest cancellation rate among
U.S. airlines, according to leading third-party aviation data services company, Anuvu.
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