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Virginia Peninsula vacationers trying to head to the Sunshine State have two extra air journey choices starting this week.
Avelo Airlines, a reduction service based mostly in Houston, is beginning nonstop flights from Newport News to Orlando in the present day. Beginning Thursday, the airline may also start providing flights from Newport News to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
“Avelo Airlines puts a trip to Florida within anyone’s reach, and Newport News-Williamsburg airport offers a stress-free flying atmosphere with accessible parking and minimal wait time,” Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck mentioned in an announcement. “It’s a win-win for our residents.”
Both flights have introductory one-way fares of $49. Additional prices might embrace checked and carry-on baggage, assigned seating and different options.
Avelo announced Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport as a brand new vacation spot again in July. Avelo Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy mentioned firm leaders selected the airport for its central location between Richmond and South Hampton Roads, in addition to a method of providing service to airports with no related service obtainable.
If the routes are profitable, Levy hopes to offer service to extra Florida places sooner or later.
Trevor Metcalfe, 757-222-5345, [email protected]