For Immediate Release, March 2022
Breeze Airways to Offer Nonstop Coast-to-Coast Flights from Charleston International
Breeze will also expand CHS’ list of destinations in Florida and the Northeast, with service to Fort Myers and Syracuse.
Governor Henry McMaster will join leaders from Breeze Airways, CHS and Explore Charleston for a press conference regarding the new routes today at 10:00 AM in the airport’s Central Hall Atrium.
Additionally, David Neeleman, Breeze Founder and CEO, is available today for live or taped interviews, via satellite or Zoom, from a First Class seat in a brand new A220. Contact Michele Wallace, MegaMedia Worldwide, to schedule. (917) 741-5147 or [email protected])
“This is a major milestone in delivering low cost, non-stop air service to some of the nation’s most popular West Coast cities,” said Elliott Summey, Airport Director and CEO. “CHS is the only airport in South Carolina offering direct service to the West Coast, and Breeze’s new A220 aircraft will offer passengers a unique travel experience. I couldn’t be prouder of our Breeze partners as they continue to raise the bar not just for Charleston but for the entire US airport system.”
“The A220-300 is a game-changer for us as we now add long haul flights and transcontinental service,” said Breeze’s Founder and CEO David Neeleman. “The Airbus aircraft embodies the Breeze ideal of merging kindness with technology, pairing unrivaled passenger comfort with ecofriendly efficiency. With the A220, Breeze is giving our Guests the widest cabin, highest ceiling, largest windows and biggest overhead stowage in this class, while still managing to burn 25% less fuel, with half the noise footprint of past generations.”
Charleston International has been Breeze’s largest base since the new airline started operations in May 2021. Last month, Breeze added Long Island (ISP) and West Palm Beach (PBI) to its original group of 11 CHS destinations. Today’s announcement brings the total number of cities Breeze serves from CHS to 17.
"The addition of four new routes - including South Carolina’s inaugural coast-to-coast service to San Francisco - further illustrates the significance of our Breeze Airways' partnership for the Airport, our region's travel industry and the broader community. Today's announcement reinforces the strength of our regional economy and the Charleston area's national relevance," said Helen Hill, CEO of Explore Charleston and Chair of the Aviation Authority. "Local residents have shown their eagerness to travel, and we are thrilled to welcome visitors from the West Coast, Vegas, central New York, and southwest Florida. "
“Thanks to South Carolina’s rapidly growing population and being a top tourism destination, we have seen an explosion of demand for air travel in recent years,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “Breeze Airways has done an incredible job capitalizing on that demand and providing South Carolinians with affordable nonstop flights nationwide. We look forward to Breeze Airways continuing to grow and thrive in the Palmetto State.”
Fares on the new routes start at $39 to $99 one way and are on sale now at flybreeze.com. B-roll is available here: https://spaces.hightail.com/receive/wdVrjlK9EX
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About Breeze
Airways Breeze Airways, which commenced operations in May 2021, is the nation’s best funded startup airline in history. Breeze provides service between 16 cities across 13 states, growing to 18 cities and 14 states by February 19, 2022. Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, the low fare carrier merges kindness and technology to deliver its signature Seriously Nice™ nonstop service between secondary airports, bypassing hubs and saving Guests time and money. The airline recently announced an order of 80 A220-300 aircraft, the first of which will enter service in May, 2022. With Breeze, there are never any change or cancellation fees.
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
[email protected]
Explore Charleston
Chris Campbell
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Breeze Airways
Gareth Edmondson-Jones
[email protected]
