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Akron-Canton, OH (October 24, 2023) – Breeze Airways, the U.S.’ only NLCC, or ‘Nice Low Cost Carrier,’ announced today that it would be adding a new route connecting Akron-Canton and Raleigh-Durham, starting February 2, 2024, as well as one stop/no plane change BreezeThru service to New Orleans.

Fares on the new nonstop flight start from $39* one-way, if purchased by October 30 for travel by September 3, 2024. The new route is 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, using the code ‘BUNDLEUP’ to purchase 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); and
• New Orleans, LA (Mon and Fri, starting February 2, 2024).

Breeze also offers nonstop service from Akron-Canton to Charleston, SC; Fort Myers, FL; Las Vegas, NV; Norfolk, VA; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL; and West Palm Beach, FL.

“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.”

“Breeze seeks to connect cities that don’t currently have nonstop flight options,” said Breeze Airways’ President Tom Doxey. “We’re excited to continue our expansion from CAK, and connect our Ohio Guests to Raleigh-Durham both conveniently and affordably.”

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 Nice, Nicer 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 2x2 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.

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*$39 Nice promotion is available only when booking a new reservation for travel between CAK-RDU, RDU-CAK. Promotion must be purchased from October 24, 2023, through October 30, 2023 (11:59 pm ET). CAK-RDU and RDU-CAK promotion valid only for travel from February 2, 2024, through September 3, 2024. Price displayed includes taxes and 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 37 cities in 22 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  

Gareth.EdmondsonJones@FlyBreeze.com