Avelo Airlines Takes Off to the Research Triangle with Exclusive Nonstop Service from Albany
Low, one-way fares between The Capital Cities start at $69
ALBANY, N.Y.; May 10, 2024 – Avelo Airlines takes off today with exclusive nonstop service between Albany International Airport (ALB) and The Research Triangle’s Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Avelo is the only airline offering nonstop service between New York and North Carolina’s state capitals.
Avelo will operate this route twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. Low one-way fares between ALB and RDU start at $69*. Customers can make reservations at AveloAir.com.
Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Albany – it’s time to say hello to Avelo! We’re excited to take off in New York’s capital and showcase Avelo’s low fares, travel-friendly convenience and industry-leading reliability. Getting to The Research Triangle is now easier than ever. This exclusive nonstop service will also make exploring Albany’s rich history, world-class museums, historic homes and scenic outdoor adventures a fast and seamless journey for North Carolina visitors.”
CEO at Albany International Airport Phil Calderone said, “We are so excited to celebrate with Avelo Airlines today as they begin their first nonstop flight to Raleigh, North Carolina (RDU) – one of our previously top unserved destinations. Today’s inaugural flight underscores the increased demand for air travel between the Capital Region and North Carolina’s ‘Research Triangle,’ as well as the continued success and economic growth in both regions. This new route will allow travelers to quickly connect between both cities which are also home to some of the most prominent academic institutions, research facilities and high-tech businesses. We look forward to our continued partnership with Avelo Airlines to build upon today’s achievement and further connect travelers from the Capital Region and beyond.”
Avelo Customers traveling between ALB and RDU today were greeted with celebration and fanfare, including a water cannon salute, commemorative boarding passes, and Avelo Airlines representatives on a nearly full inaugural flight.
Raleigh / Durham, N.C. (RDU) – Nonstop Access to The Research Triangle
The Triangle Region offers the widest range of activities and attractions in North Carolina. This region boasts award-winning inns, hotels and spas, culinary delights for every taste, and cultural experiences including university gardens and art and history museums. A trip to this blossoming Southern metropolis leaves visitors enriched and energized the instant they’re welcomed by its smart, savvy locals. RDU is also home to three large research universities: Duke University, NC State University and the University of North Carolina.
America’s Most Convenient Airline
Avelo was founded to Inspire Travel by saving its Customers time and money. Since taking flight on April 28, 2021, Avelo has flown more than 4.5 million Customers on over 36,000 flights. Today, Avelo serves 52 destinations in 23 states and Puerto Rico.
Avelo has unlocked a new era of convenience, choice, and competition by flying unserved routes to primarily underserved communities across the country. Every route has at least one small, easy to use airport. This makes every Avelo journey a smooth, easy, and more enjoyable experience than contending with the crowds, congestion and long walks at larger airports.
Avelo Customers can always change or cancel their itineraries with no extra fees. Additionally, families can travel with ease knowing every child 13 and under will be automatically seated with an accompanying adult at no additional cost.
Avelo offers advanced seat assignments for sale. One third of its seats are extra leg room seats, ranging from 32 inches to more than 36 inches, offering a more comfortable experience for Customers who value more space. In addition to advance seat assignments, Avelo offers several unbundled travel-enhancing options that give Customers the flexibility to pay only for what they value, including priority boarding, checked bags, carry-on overhead bags, and bringing a pet in the cabin.
About Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines was founded with a simple purpose — to Inspire Travel. The Houston-based airline offers travelers time and money-saving convenience, everyday low fares, and a refreshingly smooth, caring, and reliable travel experience. Operating a fleet of 16 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft, Avelo serves 52 popular destinations across the United States, including its six bases at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), Orlando International Airport (MCO), the Philadelphia and Delaware Valley region’s Wilmington Airport (ILG), Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), and on May 1, 2024, Avelo will open its sixth base at the Bay Area’s Sonoma County Airport (STS). For more information visit AveloAir.com or the Avelo Newsroom at AveloAir.com/Newsroom.