Avelo Airlines Launches Two New Routes from Wilmington: Fort Myers, Florida and Hartford, Connecticut

Avelo Airlines Launches Two New Routes from Wilmington: Fort Myers, Florida and Hartford, Connecticut

• Affordable, one-way fares from ILM start at $46

WILMINGTON, N.C.; November 7, 2024 — Avelo Airlines took flight today with exclusive nonstop service to Fort Myers’ Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Hartford’s Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Connecticut from Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Affordable, one-way fares start at $46*.

Avelo operates both routes twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. Avelo is the first airline offering nonstop service between ILM and these two destinations. Travelers can make reservations at AveloAir.com.

Avelo has flown more than 125,000 Customers on nearly 1,000 flights since starting service in Albany. With the addition of Fort Myers (RSW) and Hartford (BDL), Avelo serves eight nonstop destinations from ILM. Hartford joins Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), Washington, D.C. / Baltimore (BWI), Philadelphia / Delaware Valley (ILG) and three Florida destinations: Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Orlando (MCO) and Tampa (TPA).

Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Since the start of service at ILM just over two years ago, Avelo has continued to introduce travelers in the Wilmington area to a new era of affordability, convenience and industry-leading reliability. We’re excited to grow at ILM and provide two new nonstop destinations to Fort Myers and Hartford. It is also clear the fast and easy travel-friendly experience ILM offers has played an equally significant role in inspiring over 125,000 people to fly with us.”

ILM Airport Director Jeff Bourk said, “We’re excited to see Avelo grow with these two new nonstop flights at ILM. With the addition of Fort Meyers and Hartford, travelers can now choose among eight nonstops on Avelo, all with everyday low fares.”

Fort Myers – Discover the Beauty of Florida’s Gulf Coast

Nestled along Southwest Florida’s clear turquoise Gulf waters is the town of Fort Myers. Good days come naturally with Fort Myers’ secluded white sand beaches and relaxing waterfront resorts that nurture a sense of casual sophistication. Visitors can sway from shopping Fort Myers’ charming boutiques, to indulging in world-class dining, to enjoying a barefoot sunset stroll on the beach. Fort Myers promises endless ways to enjoy a romantic getaway or an activity-packed fun-in-the-sun family retreat.

Hartford – The Gateway to Northern Connecticut and New England

With its origins as a Connecticut River trading post in 1633, Hartford is the capital of Connecticut. It is known for its historical attractions, a thriving arts and entertainment center, a revitalized riverfront and beautiful parks and public gardens. It’s home to the Mark Twain House & Museum where the lovable Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer were born in the imagination of celebrated author Mark Twain and immortalized on paper during the writer’s Hartford years. Hartford is also an easy gateway to many other Connecticut and New England points of interest.

America’s Most Convenient Airline

Since taking flight on April 28, 2021, Avelo has flown more than 5.7 million Customers on over 45,000 flights. Today Avelo serves 49 cities spanning 23 states and Puerto Rico, as well as two international destinations: Jamaica and Mexico.

Avelo has unlocked a new era of convenience, choice, and competition by flying unserved routes to primarily underserved communities across the country. Every route has at least one small, easy to use airport. This makes every Avelo journey a smooth, easy, and more enjoyable experience than contending with the crowds, congestion and long walks at larger airports.

Avelo is distinguished by its industry-leading reliability. Year-to-date, Avelo ranks #1 in on-time performance and achieved the lowest flight cancellation rate in the industry. These results are reported by Anuvu, a leading aviation data services company also utilized by The Wall Street Journal for the publication’s annual airline ranking. Anuvu’s complete industry results and rankings are available at AveloAir.com.

Avelo Customers can always change or cancel their itineraries with no extra fees. Additionally, families can travel with ease knowing every child 14 and under will be automatically seated with an accompanying adult at no additional cost.

Avelo offers advanced seat assignments for sale. One third of its seats are extra leg room seats, ranging from 32 inches to more than 36 inches, offering a more comfortable experience for Customers who value more space. In addition to advance seat assignments, Avelo offers several unbundled travel-enhancing options that give Customers the flexibility to pay only for what they value, including priority boarding, checked bags, carry-on overhead bags, and bringing a pet in the cabin.

About Avelo Airlines

Avelo Airlines’ Purpose is to Inspire Travel by saving travelers time and money. by saving travelers time and money. The airline offers travelers time and money-saving convenience, everyday low fares, and a refreshingly smooth, caring and reliable travel experience. Operating a fleet of 20 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft, Avelo serves 49 popular destinations across the United States, Jamaica and Mexico, including its six bases at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), the Philadelphia and Delaware Valley region’s Wilmington Airport (ILG), Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), the Bay Area’s Sonoma County Airport (STS) and Central Florida’s Lakeland International Airport (LAL). For more information visit AveloAir.com or the Avelo Newsroom at AveloAir.com/Newsroom.