Press Release

Breeze Airways Boards Two Million Guests in 2023; Announces Gulfport-Biloxi as New Destination, With Service to Las Vegas & Tampa; and New Route Between Raleigh-Durham & Akron-Canton

— Plus 10,000 Bonus BreezePoints with Roundtrip Bundles Purchase —

Salt Lake City, UT (October 24, 2023)Breeze Airways, the U.S.’ only NLCC, or ‘Nice Low Cost Carrier,’ announced today it has boarded two million Guests so far in 2023 and will be adding new routes in the new year from Gulfport, MS (GPT) to Las Vegas and Tampa, starting January 12, 2024, and between Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and Akron-Canton (CAK), starting February 2.

Fares on the new Gulfport-Biloxi routes start from $29* one-way to Tampa and $59* to Las Vegas, while the new CAK-RDU fares start from $39* one-way, if purchased by October 30 for travel by September 3, 2024.  All three new routes are eligible for the airline’s new Bundle Up offer also announced today.

Breeze is offering 10,000 bonus BreezePoints** to all Guests who purchase roundtrip travel by Thursday and ‘Bundle Up’ by purchasing either a Nicer or Nicest fare bundle.  The Bundle Up promotion is on sale for three days, through October 26 (11:59pm ET), for travel from October 31 through February 13, 2024.  Flights must be purchased at flybreeze.com or through the Breeze app.

From Akron-Canton, OH to:

  • Raleigh-Durham, NC (Mon and Fri, starting February 2, 2024, Nice from $39* one way).

From Gulfport, MS to:

  • Las Vegas, NV (Mon and Fri, starting January 12, 2024, Nice from $59* one way); and
  • Tampa, FL (Mon and Fri, starting January 12, 2024, Nice from $29* one way).

From Las Vegas, NV to:

  • Gulfport, MS (Mon and Fri, starting January 12, 2024, I from $59* one way).

From Raleigh-Durham, NC to:

  • Akron-Canton, OH (Mon and Fri, starting February 2, 2024, Nice from $39* one way).

From Tampa, FL to:

  • Gulfport, MS (Mon and Fri, starting January 12, 2024, Nice from $59* one way).

“As Breeze Airways continues to expand, we are thrilled they have chosen to begin service from Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport to the exciting cities of Las Vegas and Tampa,” said Clay Williams, Gulfport-Biloxi international Airport Executive Director. “Having additional affordable nonstop options will also provide convenient access for visitors from Nevada and Florida to enjoy the many amenities of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.”

“Breeze Airways continues to offer Tampa International Airport’s travelers new and exciting nonstop options, this time to the fun-filled gulf coast of Mississippi,” said Tampa International Airport CEO Joe Lopano. “This flight to the Gulfport-Biloxi region is the latest example of Breeze’s commitment to TPA, which has served as a key base for the airline since its inaugural flight from here in 2021.”

“The JobsOhio Air Service Restoration Program, aligned with local partnerships, has assisted Breeze Airways’ continued growth in Ohio,” said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “The new, round-trip flight from Akron-Canton to Raleigh-Durham makes them the largest carrier at the airport while providing Northeastern Ohioans more options for leisure and business travel.”

“We are thrilled to announce new, nonstop service to Raleigh-Durham from CAK, a route that will provide Northeast Ohio with even more convenient and efficient travel options, said Ren Camacho, Akron-Canton Airport President and CEO. “This route exemplifies Breeze Airways’ commitment to expanding connectivity and enhancing the passenger experience to unique, in-demand destinations.”

“RDU is excited to welcome another new nonstop destination from Breeze Airways, one of the airport’s fastest growing airlines,” said Michael Landguth, president and CEO of the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. “Breeze continues to expand at RDU to provide Triangle travelers even more convenient, affordable flight options.”  

“Breeze seeks to connect cities that currently don’t have any nonstop flight options,” said Breeze Airways’ President Tom Doxey. “Now residents of Gulfport and Biloxi will have convenient and affordable service to Las Vegas or Tampa, two of the country’s most popular destinations. We’re also excited to continue our expansion from both Raleigh-Durham and Akron-Canton, connecting those great cities.”

Recognized by Travel + Leisure readers as one of the Top 5 Best U.S. Airlines for the second consecutive year, Breeze offers Guests both bundled and a la carte options known as NiceNicer and, on flights operated with the Airbus A220-300, Nicest. The Nicest bundle includes two checked bags, priority boarding and Breeze Ascent—the carrier’s premium inflight experience featuring 2×2 recliner-style seating and complimentary snacks and beverages, including alcohol.  

Breeze doesn’t charge change or cancellation fees up to 15 minutes prior to departure and offers other benefits such as free family seating and a la carte pricing. 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. Learn more about Breeze’s flight offerings via our site or the app.

*$29 Nice promotion is available only when booking a new reservation for travel between GPT-TPA, TPA-GPT. *$39 Nice promotion is available only when booking a new reservation for travel between CAK-RDU, RDU-CAK. *$59 Nice promotion is available only when booking a new reservation for travel between GPT-LAS, LAS-GPT. Promotion must be purchased from October 24, 2023, through October 30, 2023 (11:59 pm ET). GPT-TPA, TPA-GPT, GPT-LAS, and LAS-GPT promotion valid only for travel from January 12, 2024, through September 3, 2024. CAK-RDU and RDU-CAK promotion valid only for travel from February 2, 2024, through September 3, 2024. Price displayed includes taxes & government fees. Fare prices, rules, routes, and schedules are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply. 

**10,000 BreezePoints ($100) bonus offer applies only to new reservations for Nicer or Nicest bundles on roundtrip flights with promo code BUNDLEUP. Supply is limited, and no advance purchase requirement applies. Promotion must be purchased at flybreeze.com or on the Breeze app from October 24, 2023, through October 26, 2023 (11:59 pm ET), for travel from October 31, 2023, through February 13, 2024. All travel must be flown on qualifying travel dates for BreezePoints bonus to be applied. BreezePoints are earned after travel and will be deposited into the booking Guest account within 10 days after final travel is completed and must be used within 6 months of receipt. All fare rules will apply. Certain flights and/or days of travel may be unavailable. Fare prices, fare classes, rules, routes, and schedules are subject to change without notice. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

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About Breeze Airways  
Breeze Airways began service in May 2021 and has been ranked as one of the U.S.’ best domestic airlines for the last two years by Travel + Leisure magazine’s World’s Best Awards (#2 in 2022 and #4 in 2023).Breeze offers a mix of more than 150 year-round and seasonal nonstop routes between 38 cities in 23 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. Learn more about Breeze’s flight offerings via our site or the app. 

Media Contact:  

Gareth Edmondson-Jones  
Breeze Airways  
917 399-9355  
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