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'Knoxville—say hello to Avelo!' | New airline at Knoxville airport will offer nonstop flights to southern Connecticut

The service will start on May 9 and run twice weekly. Fares between McGhee Tyson Airport and Tweed-New Haven Airport will start at $62, according to officials.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Avelo Airlines is coming to the McGhee Tyson Airport, officials announced Tuesday. 

The airline will bring nonstop service from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tweed-New Haven Airport. 

The service will start on May 9th and run twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays. Fares between the two airports will start at $62, according to officials. 

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Interior of an Avelo Airlines plane

The airline's first flight took off in 2021 and has since flown over four million customers on over 30,000 flights, a press release stated. 

"Knoxville—say hello to Avelo! We're excited to introduce Knoxville to Avelo's low fares, travel-friendly convenience and industry-leading reliability. Getting to Southern Connecticut and everything the great New England and New York regions have to offer will now be easier than ever. This exclusive nonstop service will also make exploring the abundance of vibrant urban and outdoor experiences in Knoxville and the Great Smoky Mountains offer a fast and seamless journey for Connecticut visitors," Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said. 

You can purchase tickets for Avelo Airlines on its website. 

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