Release Date: November 3, 2022
Contact: Courtney Goff, Avelo Airlines | cgoff@aveloair.com
DAYTON, Ohio – Avelo Airlines today announced Dayton, Ohio as the newest city in its network with exclusive nonstop service to Orlando’s most convenient airport, Orlando International Airport (MCO). With today’s announcement of exclusive nonstop service to Orlando, Avelo introduces a new era of affordable, convenient and reliable air travel to the Birthplace of Aviation. Introductory one-way fares between Dayton International Airport (DAY) and MCO start at $49*. Customers can make reservations at AveloAir.com.
Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Dayton – say hello to Avelo! We are excited to bring Avelo to the Birthplace of Aviation, making getting to The Sunshine State more affordable and easier than ever. We believe Avelo’s combination of everyday low fares, industry-leading reliability and friendly service, coupled with DAY’s time-saving convenience will inspire people from across the region to enjoy all Orlando has to offer.”
City of Dayton Director of Aviation Gil Turner said, “We’re very excited to offer the Dayton Community another affordable option for their travel needs with Avelo Airlines. Avelo’s focus on offering a caring travel experience certainly aligns with Dayton’s reputation for being ‘easy to and through’.”
City of Dayton Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims said, “On behalf of myself and the City of Dayton, we welcome this new air service provider to Dayton International Airport. The growth we’re seeing in and around Dayton International is exciting. It’s great not only for the Airport, but the surrounding communities, as well.”
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said, “We welcome Avelo Airlines’ decision to choose the Dayton International Airport for its first route in Ohio, bringing a new air carrier to our state. Air service is critical for continued economic growth, and Avelo’s new, round-trip service to the Orlando International Airport will bolster the positive economic momentum we’re experiencing in the Dayton region.”
Avelo will operate this route twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays on Boeing Next-Generation 737s. The inaugural flight departs Friday, January 13. DAY-MCO departs at 4:15 p.m. and arrives at 6:30 p.m.; MCO-DAY departs at 12:00 p.m. and arrives at 2:15 p.m. Effective January 13 (Mondays and Fridays): DAY-MCO departs at 8:25 p.m. and arrives at 10:40 p.m.; MCO-DAY departs at 5:25 p.m. and arrives at 7:40 p.m.
Avelo was founded with a vision to help its Customers save money and time. In addition to offering Customers everyday low fares on every route, Avelo Customers can always change or cancel their itineraries with no extra fees. Avelo also offers several unbundled travel-enhancing options that give Customers the flexibility to pay for what they value, including priority boarding, checked bags, carry-on overhead bags, and bringing a pet in the cabin.
At Avelo, every flight is nonstop. This connection-free travel experience not only provides Avelo Customers with a faster and simpler travel experience, but also minimizes delays, cancellations and lost bags. Avelo has established itself as one of America’s most reliable airlines with a year-to-date flight cancellation rate of 1% and an industry-leading year-to-date checked bag handling performance.
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About Dayton International Airport
Located near the “Crossroads of the America” – Interstates 70 and 75, the Dayton International Airport (DAY) provides air service to travelers to and from Southwest Ohio. The DAY mission is to contribute to the prosperity of Southwest Ohio by connecting it to the rest of the world through our aviation system. For more information about the Dayton International Airport, visit www.flydayton.com.
