Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Avelo Airlines expands at Tweed-New Haven Airport, adding a nonstop route to New Orleans, doubling Puerto Rico flights, and increasing fleet capacity this winter. Avelo Airlines today unveiled an expansion at Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) in Southern Connecticut, introducing a direct flight to New Orleans, Louisiana. Additionally, the airline plans to double its winter flights to Puerto Rico and increase capacity at Tweed by adding more Boeing Next Generation 737-800 aircraft to its fleet.
This expansion is set to enhance Avelo’s commitment to providing accessible, dependable, and budget-friendly air travel in Southern Connecticut. Avelo is presenting highly affordable one-way tickets beginning at $79* from HVN. Bookings can be made via AveloAir.
com. Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Avelo is proud to be Connecticut’s Airline and continue growth in New Haven with a new route to New Orleans, plus more Puerto Rico flights this winter and increased Customer capacity. With 27 nonstop destinations to choose from at Tweed, it’s easier than ever for travelers to experience our convenient, affordable and reliable air service.
I appreciate the support Avelo has received from government, community and business leaders across the state and send special thanks to our awesome Connecticut Crewmembers who make it all happen.” New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker said, “With New Haven’s focus on cultural equity and economic opportunity, New Orleans is an exceptionally important new destination. Avelo’s nonstop service will strengthen existing ties between our cities and help foster new collaborations in the arts, academia, and innovation.
” The New HVN CEO Michael Jones said, “We are excited for Avelo to launch New Orleans as our newest nonstop route from HVN as it is a vibrant cultural and food hub as well as a major convention destination to connect to our region. This comes in addition to Avelo’s increased four-times-weekly service to Puerto Rico in November, further establishing HVN as a gateway to new and exciting possibilities.” Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) Welcomes New Avelo Route to New Orleans: Starting November 14, Avelo Airlines will launch nonstop services between Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) on Thursdays and Sundays.
New Orleans offers a vibrant mix of food, culture, and nightly live music, renowned for its jazz and brass bands, Creole cuisine, unique dialects, and the famous Mardi Gras festival. The French Quarter, known for its French and Spanish Creole architecture, is the city’s historic core, featuring ghost tours, lively nightlife, and the iconic Bourbon Street. Avelo Enhances Puerto Rico Flights: From November 8, Avelo will increase its flight frequency to San Juan, Puerto Rico, via Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), offering four weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Expansion of Fleet and Services at HVN: This November, Avelo will boost its fleet at HVN with additional Boeing Next Generation 737-800s, effectively doubling its large aircraft count for increased customer capacity through the winter. HVN houses eight of Avelo’s aircraft, making up a significant portion of the company’s total fleet. New Haven stands as Avelo’s largest base, employing over 250 crew members and serving 27 nonstop destinations.
Since its inception at HVN in November 2021, Avelo has accommodated over 2.4 million customers on more than 18,000 flights. Avelo: America’s Most Convenient Airline: Since launching on April 28, 2021, Avelo Airlines has served over 5.
2 million customers across more than 40,000 flights, now reaching 54 destinations in 25 states, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and Mexico. Avelo’s commitment to serving primarily underserved communities and small, manageable airports enhances travel convenience, reducing the hassle of larger, more congested airports. Avelo has emerged as a leader in reliability, topping on-time performance charts and maintaining the lowest cancellation rates in the industry, as reported by aviation data services provider Anuvu.
Flexible and Customer-Friendly Options: Avelo Airlines offers flexibility in bookings, allowing changes or cancellations without additional fees. The airline ensures children aged 14 and under are seated with an accompanying adult at no extra cost, enhancing family travel convenience. Additional seating options include extra leg room seats and advance seat assignments.
Avelo also offers a range of unbundled services like priority boarding, checked and carry-on bags, and pet accommodations, allowing customers to tailor their travel experiences to their preferences..
