Avelo Airlines took flight on Thursday with exclusive nonstop between Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Coastal North Carolina's Wilmington International Airport (ILM).
Avelo operates this route twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft.
The airline has flown more than 360,000 customers on over 2,700 flights since starting service in Fort Myers.
“We are proud to grow with a new nonstop route between RSW and Wilmington, as we continue to showcase our convenient, affordable and reliable travel to Fort Myers travelers. This new service will make visiting Coastal North Carolina an easy and affordable experience. This exclusive nonstop service will also make enjoying Southwest Florida’s abundance of vibrant urban and outdoor experiences a fast and seamless journey for Southwest Florida travelers," said Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy.
Travelers can make reservations at Avelo Airlines website .
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