Avelo Airlines adds new non-stop destinations from Lakeland Linder [Video]

LAKELAND, Fla. – Avelo Airlines is expanding its service at Lakeland Linder International Airport by offering seven new non-stop destinations.

During a press conference Wednesday morning, the low-cost airline announced they’re adding new popular routes including San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU), Atlanta (ATL), Boston / Manchester, N.H. (MHT), Charlotte / Concord (USA), Hartford, Conn. (BDL), Philadelphia / Wilmington, Del. (ILG) and Rochester, N.Y. (ROC).

It’s the largest expansion in company history.

“The growth of passenger air service strengthens our connectivity and the accessibility for not only travelers but also for businesses who want to work and grow and continue to grow in Lakeland,” said Mayor Bill Mutz.

For more than a month, the airline has offered flights to New Haven, Connecticut twice-weekly, which have been successful.

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“We’ve carried more than 3,300 customers on the 24 flights we’ve accomplished so far, which means an average …