Avelo Airlines shifts Chicago routes from Midway to O'Hare, adds new destinations

Avelo Airlines is expanding its services with new nonstop routes, including flights from Tweed New Haven Regional Airport to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport starting May 15, 2025, with fares beginning at $49. This marks a shift from its previous service at Midway Airport, allowing Avelo to enhance connectivity to the Windy City. Additionally, the airline is introducing routes from Rochester International Airport to Nashville and Wilmington, North Carolina, with one-way fares starting at $39. Avelo's growth reflects its commitment to providing affordable travel options across underserved markets, now offering service to 55 cities in 23 states and Puerto Rico. The airline's CEO, Andrew Levy, emphasized the importance of these new routes for customers seeking convenience and value. Overall, Avelo's expansion is seen as a positive development for regional air travel in Connecticut and New York.