CHARLESTON, S.C. – America’s newest airline, Breeze Airways, On May 21 unveiled its debut network, comprising 39 nonstop routes between 16 cities in the Southwest, Midwest, Southeast and Eastern U.S. Charleston is among the airline’s first destinations and Charleston International Airport will receive Breeze’s inaugural flight on May 27.
The first flights will operate between Charleston, SC, Tampa, FL and Hartford, CT, with remaining destinations to be added each week through July 2021.
From Charleston, Breeze will offer service to 11 markets, seven of which are new for Charleston International:Flights are now on sale at flybreeze.com
“We are honored that Breeze Airways has selected the Charleston region to be an integral part of the exciting launch of their vision to connect communities across the country in a new way,” said J. Elliott Summey, CEO of Charleston International Airport. “The Breeze Airways value proposition of low-cost, nonstop service connecting underserved mid-sized cities will be quickly embraced by those traveling to and from the Charleston, South Carolina area. We are confident that Breeze Airways will see other sustainable opportunities for success in the coming years.”
“Together, we created Breeze as a new airline merging technology with kindness,” said David Neeleman, CEO of Breeze Airways. “Breeze provides nonstop service between underserved routes across the U.S. at affordable fares. A staggering 90 percent of Breeze routes currently have no airline serving them nonstop. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly.”
“It’s a privilege to welcome Breeze Airways to the Lowcountry and to celebrate this endorsement of the greater Charleston area. We are honored that a company that wants to be known as the world’s nicest airline would choose Charleston - an iconic destination acclaimed for its impressive hospitality and friendliness - to receive its inaugural flight on May 27,” said Helen Hill, CEO of Explore Charleston and Chair of the Charleston County Aviation Authority. “Breeze introduces itself to the region with impeccable timing as people are eager to rediscover travel, especially when made easier by nonstop flights. To be a part of the Breeze network from its inception further validates the Charleston area’s influence and relevance. We are excited to see Breeze’s long-term plan unfold for the region and are committed to ensuring this new partnership is an unparalleled success.”
“We celebrate Breeze Airway’s announcement, as we welcome greater connectivity via air service,” said Teddie Pryor, Chair of Charleston County Council. “More access strengthens our marketability making us more competitive on a national stage. The addition of 174 new jobs and $7 million in capital investment will truly make an impact.”
Breeze will operate 13 single-class Embraer aircraft this summer, flying routes with an average flight length under two hours. The ten E190 jets will be configured to seat 108 Guests while the three E195 aircraft will have 118 seats. Breeze also has ordered 60 brand new Airbus A220 aircraft that will be delivered one per month for five years, starting in October this year.