For Immediate Release, April 2023
Avelo Airlines adds second nonstop route at Charleston International
Avelo Airlines adds second nonstop route at Charleston International
Avelo adds first ever non-stop service to Wilmington, Delaware
(North Charleston) – Avelo Airlines announced today it is expanding service at Charleston International Airport (CHS) with exclusive nonstop flights to Delaware’s Wilmington Airport (ILG). Avelo will be the only airline flying between The Holy City and The First State. Service from CHS to ILG begins June 23.
“Charleston – say hello to Avelo, again,” said Andrew Levy, Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO. “This new route to the Wilmington / Philadelphia area exemplifies our ongoing commitment to bringing Avelo’s low fares, industry-leading reliability and caring service to Charleston travelers. Getting to the four-state Delaware Valley region is now easier than ever.”
"Avelo’s decision to schedule service to Wilmington not only illustrates the Lowcountry of Charleston’s appeal to residents of the Delaware Valley but also provides our travelers more options when planning their trips,” said Elliott Summey, Executive Director and CEO at Charleston International Airport. “We look forward to Avelo continuing to increase their nonstop destinations in the Charleston region.”
Avelo’service from CHS to Wilmington will operate twice-weekly on Mondays and Fridays utilizing Boeing 189-seat Next-Generation 737-800 aircraft. Introductory one-way fares between CHS and ILG start at $39*.
"Today's announcement expands our route map to not only a new city but a new state, and we appreciate Avelo's addition of a second destination from CHS," said Helen Hill, CEO of Explore Charleston and Chair of the Aviation Authority. "This service also increases service between the Lowcountry and the broader Delaware Valley, which, beyond Delaware, encompasses portions of southeastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and the northern Eastern Shore of Maryland. We look forward to welcoming visitors from this four-state region and increasing ways for Charleston area and Delaware Valley residents to more affordably and easily connect with friends, family and vacation opportunities."
Wilmington Airport is conveniently located a short drive south of Philadelphia - offering a refreshingly smooth and simple hometown airport experience. ILG’s adjacency to multiple major highways makes it the Delaware Valley’s most convenient and travel-friendly airport.
Avelo will now serve two nonstop destinations from CHS. Wilmington will join Connecticut’s most convenient airport — Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN).
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About Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines was founded with a simple purpose — to Inspire Travel. The airline offers Customers time and money-saving convenience, low everyday fares, and a refreshingly smooth and caring experience through its Soul of Service culture. Operating a fleet of Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft, Avelo serves 43 popular destinations across the U.S., including its five bases at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), Orlando International Airport (MCO), the Delaware Valley’s Wilmington Airport (ILG) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). For more information visit AveloAir.com or the Avelo Newsroom at AveloAir.com/Newsroom.
About Charleston International Airport
Charleston International Airport (CHS) provides first-class facilities and amenities that embrace the history, culture and beauty of Charleston and the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The airport is centrally located in the Charleston, S.C., metropolitan area and provides an exceptional first impression of the Lowcountry for more than 4 million passengers traveling for business and leisure activities.
Chartered in 1970 by the State of South Carolina as a special purpose district, the governing body, the Charleston County Aviation Authority, is responsible for managing, operating and developing all public airports in the Charleston County Airport District. That includes CHS as well as general aviation facilities the Charleston Executive Airport (JZI) on Johns Island and the Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (LRO). The runways at CHS are owned by the U.S. Air Force and Joint Base Charleston and are shared by CHS through what is the longest running civilian/military joint-use agreement of its kind with the Department of Defense. Boeing South Carolina, the final assembly for the 787 Dreamliner, sits on approximately 730 acres of land adjacent to CHS. (iflychs.com)
About Explore Charleston
As the region’s destination management and marketing organization, Explore Charleston represents ten municipalities across three counties. It seeks to unify and lead the local travel industry in marketing the Charleston area, create overnight visitation, and support responsible development through travel and tourism strategies. (explorecharleston.com)
Media Contacts:
Charleston International Airport
Spencer Pryor
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Explore Charleston
Chris Campbell
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Avelo Airlines
Courtney Goff
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