Avelo Airlines Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary, Consolidating Growth and Operational Reliability
Avelo Airlines celebrates five years of operations today, marking a milestone as the first new airline to launch in the United States in nearly 15 years. Since its takeoff on April 28, 2021, the company has transported more than 9.3 million customers, ushering in an era of affordable and reliable air service in previously underserved markets.
Five Years of Strategic Expansion and Connectivity
Since its inaugural flight, Avelo Airlines has undergone a significant evolution of its route network. What began in 2021 with 11 destinations on the West Coast has been transformed into a robust operation that spans 34 destinations across 14 states and Puerto Rico, operating a total of 58 routes.
New Horizons and Operating Bases
The airline continues to strengthen its footprint with both immediate and long-term plans:
- New Routes: Over the next two months, services will be inaugurated to Cleveland, Ohio, and Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Texas Expansion: By the end of this year, Avelo will open its first aircraft base in Texas, specifically at McKinney National Airport in North Dallas, where it will initially employ 50 crew members.
- Current Bases: McKinney National Airport will join existing bases in New Haven, Wilmington, Lakeland, and Concord.
Operational Excellence and Customer Satisfaction
Avelo has distinguished itself within the industry through its operational reliability. Throughout 2025, the airline ranked among the top three in the United States for on-time performance and low cancellation rates.
- On-Time Performance (A14): 79.95% of its flights arrived within 15 minutes of their scheduled time, meeting the Department of Transportation (DOT) standard.
- Low Cancellation Rate: The airline recorded one of the lowest cancellation rates in the industry at just 0.13%.
- Net Promoter Score: The company achieved a score of 51 in 2025, a level of satisfaction comparable to leading global consumer brands.
To foster loyalty, the airline launched the Avelo PLUS program in the fall of 2025—a membership offering exclusive benefits such as discounted fares, complimentary priority boarding, and reward-sharing capabilities.
Strengthening the Boeing 737 Fleet
Avelo’s growth is backed by a constant investment in technical capacity. The fleet has grown from just three aircraft at launch to 15 current aircraft, consisting of:
- 14 units of the Boeing 737-800 (189 seats).
- 1 unit of the Boeing 737-700 (149 seats).
The company already has commitments to receive two additional aircraft before the end of 2026.
Avelo’s Convenience Model
The airline’s success lies in its focus on convenient secondary airports, avoiding the congestion of major terminals. Furthermore, it offers an “unbundled” service model, allowing passengers to pay only for what they value, such as seat assignments with extra legroom (between 32 and 36 inches) or cabin pet transportation.
As a standout family policy, Avelo guarantees that all children aged 14 or younger are automatically seated next to an accompanying adult at no additional cost.
“When we launched Avelo five years ago, our purpose was clear: to inspire travel by giving people a better way to fly,” said Andrew Levy, Founder and CEO of Avelo Airlines. “Our reliability and expanding network reflect the dedication of our crew members and the loyalty of the communities we serve.”
To commemorate this anniversary, the airline has activated the promo code “5YEARS,” offering a $50 discount on base fares for round-trip flights booked for travel between May and November of this year.
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