Springfield’s Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is set to add a new carrier to its roster after several had announced their intent to leave over the previous year.
Breeze Airways, alongside the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance and the Springfield Airport Authority, announced on Tuesday morning that the Illinois state capital would be the latest city to join its growing national network.
The airliner will be offering twice-weekly service to both Orlando and Tampa – starting December 1 and 4, respectively – with an introductory fare of $49 for a one-way ticket.
The new route to Orlando will be served on Mondays and Fridays, switching to Wednesdays and Saturdays on January 10, while the route to Tampa will be served on Mondays and Fridays. The introductory fare is available for purchase through September 25 for travel by April 30, 2024.
Frank J. Vala, Chair of the Springfield Airport Authority Board of Commissioners, stated:
“We are extremely excited to be the first airport in Illinois to welcome Breeze Airways with non-stop service from Springfield’s Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Orlando International and Tampa International Airports. Breeze’s commitment to Springfield, demonstrates the confidence they have in our community to support these new routes and to grow as new opportunities become available. We thank Breeze for providing our community convenient and direct access to these two popular Florida destinations; we look forward to great success.”
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.
Flights are now on sale at www.flybreeze.com, or through the Breeze app.
