Bangor Airport Welcomes New Air Service To Florida

The year 2024 is turning out to be quite the time for additions and improvements at the Bangor International Airport. In just a few days, BIA will kick off an 18-month-long schedule of new construction projects and a replacement of its runway.

But that's not the only new thing happening at the airport.

Making the announcement earlier this week, officials with Bangor International Airport say that the addition of Breeze Airways will help the airport accommodate an ever-growing flow of traffic through its doors. Earlier this month the airport said business has increased by 30% in the last 5 years.

"We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to Breeze Airways as they join the ranks of airlines serving Bangor International Airport," said BGR Director Jose Saavedra. "The introduction of direct flights to Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Myers not only enhances connectivity for our valued passengers but also marks a significant milestone as BGR proudly welcomes its fifth air carrier amidst record-high levels of passenger traffic."

According to the Breeze Airways official website, along with service from Bangor International Airport, the airline is setting up shop in four other airports across the nation, including Dallas Fort Worth, Lansing, Lancaster, and Pensacola.

"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 No Flex Fare, Nice, Nicer and, on flights operated with the Airbus A220-300, Nicest. "

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The price for a one-way ticket to any of these three spots in Florida starts at just $99, according to the site.

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"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. "

Breeze Airways says adding Bangor to its list, it now offers flights from 56 cities spanning 29 states.

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