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Breeze Airways Grows at Bradley International Airport with the Launch of New Nonstops to Tampa, Fort Myers and New Orleans

Windsor Locks, CT – As Breeze Airways approaches its second anniversary at Bradley International Airport, the Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that the low-fare airline is launching four new destinations from the airport, including nonstop service to Fort Myers, FL, New Orleans, LA, and Tampa, FL, with fares starting from $79*. Breeze is also adding one-stop/no plane change ‘BreezeThru’ flights to Los Angeles, CA.

The inaugural routes are starting this week as follows:

  • Fort Myers, FL Starting May 17
    Days of operation: Wednesdays and Saturdays
  • Tampa, FL Starting May 18
    Days of operation: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays
  • New Orleans, LA Starting May 19 through September 5
    Days of operation: Mondays and Fridays
  • Los Angeles, CA Starting May 17
    One-stop/no plane change BreezeThru daily

“Breeze has operated in Hartford since our first day of flying. As we approach our second birthday on May 27, it’s incredible that we have grown from just four destinations to 18 from Bradley International in two years,” said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways’ Founder and CEO. “We’re so grateful to the Greater Hartford community, and all of Connecticut, for our fast success. We look forward to continuing that growth!”

“Two years ago, we were thrilled to welcome Breeze Airways to Bradley International Airport,” said Kevin A. Dillon, A.A.E., Connecticut Airport Authority Executive Director. “It has been incredible to watch their growth take off in Connecticut. With the addition of new, nonstop service to Tampa, Fort Myers and New Orleans, Breeze now connects our passengers nonstop to more than a dozen exciting destinations and a growing list of one-stop cities at incredibly low fares. We thank Breeze Airways for their continued partnership and investment in this region.”

From Bradley International Airport, Breeze also serves Charleston, SC, Columbus, OH, Jacksonville, FL, Las Vegas, NV, Norfolk, VA, Phoenix, AZ, Pittsburgh, PA, Vero Beach, FL, Raleigh-Durham, NC, Richmond, VA, Sarasota-Bradenton, FL, and Savannah, GA. In addition to “BreezeThru” flights to Los Angeles, CA, the airline offers one-stop/no plane change service to Orlando, FL, and Tulsa, AK.

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*Promotion must be purchased by May 26, 2023 (11:59 pm ET), for travel from May 31 through November 14, 2023. Promotion excludes travel from June 28 to July 10, and September 1 to September 4, 2023. Price displayed includes taxes and government fees. Fare prices, rules, routes, and schedules are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

About Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways is celebrating its second anniversary of operations after starting flying in May, 2021. Last year, it was ranked as the No. 2 U.S. best domestic airline by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. Breeze now offers almost 150 nonstop routes between 36 cities in 21 states. Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, Breeze operates a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with a focus on providing efficient and affordable flights between secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features – including complimentary family seating – delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Flights are on sale at flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app.

About Bradley International Airport
Bradley International Airport (BDL) is New England’s second-largest airport. Recognized nationally by leading travel publications for its ease of travel, Bradley International Airport is ready to welcome you with new nonstops and expanded services. The award-winning airport is operated by the Connecticut Airport Authority, and its operations are entirely self-funded. The airport contributes nearly $3.6 billion to the regional economy. For more info, visit https://bradleyairport.com/.

About The Connecticut Airport Authority
The CAA was established in 2011 to develop, improve, and operate Bradley International Airport and the state’s five general aviation airports (Danielson, Groton-New London, Hartford-Brainard, Waterbury-Oxford, and Windham). The CAA Board consists of 11 members with a broad spectrum of experience in aviation-related and other industries, as well as government. The goal of the CAA is to make Connecticut’s airports more attractive to new airlines, bring in new routes, and support Connecticut’s overall economic development and growth strategy.