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Avelo Launches 4 Non-Stops to Florida from Tweed in November

Non-stop flights from Tweed-New Haven Airport to Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando and Tampa Bay will begin in early November, according to Avelo Airlines and Tweed-New Haven Airport.

Starting Nov. 3, Avelo will operate nonstop flights from its first East Coast base at Tweed-New Haven Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Fort Myers’ Southwest Florida International Airport, Orlando International Airport, and Tampa International Airport. A press release issued Aug. 19 cites one-way introductory fares starting at $59, with regular fares ranging from $69 to $149 at AveloAir.com.

According to the release, Avelo will be the first airline to offer nonstop flights between Tweed and Florida as well as the largest expansion of service at the airport in more than 30 years.

“Today’s announcement from Avelo Airlines is another clear step towards transforming Tweed-New Haven into a more vibrant and sustainable airport, one that can help grow jobs and serve as an economic driver for our region,” said Tweed-New Haven Airport Executive Director Sean Scanlon. “For years the people of southern Connecticut have been asking for more options when it comes to flights, and, starting this November, that will be a reality. While today is very exciting, it is truly just the beginning, and we look forward to a continued and growing partnership with Avelo here at HVN.”

“Today’s announcement from Avelo Airlines is great news for Connecticut,” Connecticut Lt. Governor Bysiewicz said. “Tweed-New Haven airport is an accessible, convenient travel option for families across our state, and the introduction of more flights and more destinations will truly help turn it into a gateway to southern Connecticut and New England. Today’s announcement will also bring good-paying jobs to the New Haven region and will drive economic growth in our state. I look forward to welcoming Avelo to Connecticut’s skies this November.”

The addition of flights at the airport, while long sought by regional leaders, still faces strong opposition from neighbors in East Haven and Morris Cove.

For more information on upcoming Avelo services, visit www.aveloair.com.