SARASOTA – As Sarasota Bradenton International Airport moves forward with its mission to continue record growth and expansion, a new carrier will now offer the first non-stop flights between Connecticut and Sarasota.
Avelo Airlines, a relatively new player in the low-cost air travel market, will begin flights from New Haven to Sarasota on Jan. 13, 2022.
SRQ will be Avelo’s sixth destination in Florida. The airline currently serves Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, Palm Beach and Tampa. Introductory fares will start at $49.
“We are excited to offer this new, convenient and affordable direct service between southern Connecticut and Sarasota-Bradenton,” Avelo chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said. “With our very low fares and HVN’s unmatched convenience, traveling between Connecticut and the Sunshine State is easier than ever.”
Avelo will offer service on Boeing Next Generation 737-700 aircraft on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Flight 306 departs SRQ at 5:50 p.m., arriving HVN at 8:40 p.m., on Tuesdays. Thursdays and Sundays flight 306 departs SRQ at 7:45 p.m., arriving HVN at 10:35 p.m. Return flights will operate Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Flight 305 departs HVN at 2 p.m., arriving SRQ at 5:10 p.m., on Tuesdays. On Thursday and Sundays flight 305 departs HVN at 3:55 p.m., arriving SRQ at 7:05 p.m.
“We are thrilled that Avelo Airlines has chosen Sarasota Bradenton International Airport to be part of their air service network. With low fares and convenient nonstop service, passengers will have an affordable connection between two high-demand destinations. We look forward to welcoming Avelo Airlines to SRQ and we’re confident their service will be a great success and expand in the future,” said Rick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport president and CEO.
New Haven will be the 51st non-stop destination from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, which is not only one of the fastest-growing airports in America, but according to airport officials, possibly the fastest growing in the world. Currently, SRQ is adding additional fuel storage to keep up with increased demand. Other projects include expanded parking, additional security checkpoints and a central facility to store and maintain rental cars in one place.
