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Breeze Adding New Nonstop Route to Fort Myers From Akron-Canton
-- New Route Will Be 4th Nonstop to Florida with Fares Starting From $59* –-
Akron-Canton, OH (July 18, 2023) – Breeze Airways, the newest, nicest domestic low-fare airline, announced today that it will be adding its fourth nonstop route to Florida from Akron-Canton.
"We're thrilled that Breeze Airways is reintroducing nonstop service to Fort Myers, a beloved destination for Northeast Ohio residents," said Lisa Dalpiaz, Vice President of Air Service & Business Development at Akron-Canton Airport. "We are sincerely grateful for their ongoing expansion at CAK, as this partnership provides an easy, convenient airport experience paired with exceptional air service, offering travelers a better way to go."
The new winter and spring seasonal route will begin November 16 and operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays with fares starting from just $59* one way.
From Akron-Canton, OH to:
- Fort Myers, FL** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Tues, Thurs, and Sun, starting Nov 16, Nice from $59*) one way.
From Akron-Canton, OH Breeze also offers nonstop service to Charleston, SC; Las Vegas, NV; Norfolk, VA; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL; and West Palm Beach, FL.
“With fall and winter quickly approaching, we know many people from the Midwest will be looking to travel to the great beaches and warmer weather Fort Myers has to offer,” said David Neeleman, Founder and CEO of Breeze Airways, “With this new route to Fort Myers, our fourth nonstop from Akron-Canton to Florida, we hope that our Guests will be able to more easily and affordably travel to and from the Sunshine State.”
Breeze offers its Guests both bundled and ala carte options known as Nice, Nicer, and Nicest on flights operated with the Airbus A220-300. The Nicest bundle includes Breeze Ascent, two checked bags, and complimentary snacks and beverages, including alcohol.
Breeze flies both regional and transcontinental flights on a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220 aircraft. The carrier has ordered 80 A220s, with options for 40 more.
Seat pitch for a Standard Economy seat is 30 inches on the A220s and 31 inches on the E-195s, while seat pitch for Extra Legroom is 32 inches on the A220s and between 34 and 39 inches on the E-195s, depending on the row selected. Ascent features 39 inches of seat pitch, 20.5 inches of seat width, and special features including a footrest for added comfort, and in-seat AC power and USB/C ports.
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. Flights are now on sale at www.flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app.
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*TERMS AND CONDITIONS
**Route operated by A220 aircraft
About Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways began service in May 2021. One year later, it was ranked as the No. 2 U.S. best domestic airline of 2021 by Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards. Breeze now offers a mix of over 150 year-round and seasonal nonstop routes between 35 cities in 21 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. Flights are on sale at flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app.
Media Contact:
Gareth Edmondson-Jones
Breeze Airways
917 399-9355
