Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines guide with airline codes, New Haven and other bases, fleet, seats, baggage, check-in, Avelo PLUS, flight status and airport transportation.
- Aircraft
- 16
- Destinations
- 37
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- HVN
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About Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines is a US low-cost airline headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company was founded in 1987 as Casino Express Airlines, was renamed Xtra Airways in 2005 and became Avelo Airlines in April 2021, when it started scheduled flights. It is owned by Avelo, Inc. and is not a member of any airline alliance.
Avelo flies point to point, mostly from smaller and less congested airports. Its bases are Tweed-New Haven in Connecticut, Wilmington in Delaware (serving the Philadelphia area), Lakeland in Central Florida and Concord-Padgett near Charlotte, with a fifth base at McKinney National Airport north of Dallas planned for November 2026. Its network covers around 37 destinations in the United States and Puerto Rico, with many routes to Florida and to leisure cities in the Southeast.
The fleet of 16 aircraft is made up of Boeing 737 Next Generation jets, mainly the 737-800.
Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Avelo Airlines before travel.
Where Avelo Airlines flies
Routes and frequencies change with the season, and many routes run only a few days a week or only in certain months. Avelo sells point-to-point flights; check whether an itinerary is nonstop when you book.
Florida
Tampa, Fort Myers, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Sarasota/Bradenton, Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, Key West and Lakeland, mostly from New Haven, Wilmington (Delaware) and Concord-Padgett.
Southeast and Mid-Atlantic
Charleston, Savannah/Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, Raleigh-Durham, Wilmington (North Carolina), Nashville, Atlanta and Baltimore/Washington, several of them seasonal.
Northeast, Midwest and Texas
Albany, Long Island/Islip and Rochester in New York, Detroit, Cleveland, Indianapolis and Houston Bush Intercontinental. From November 2026 McKinney adds flights to Florida, Las Vegas and other cities.
Puerto Rico
San Juan (SJU) from New Haven, Wilmington (Delaware), Lakeland and Concord-Padgett, and Aguadilla (BQN) from New Haven and Lakeland from November 2026.
Avelo Airlines fleet
Avelo flies an all-Boeing 737 fleet with a single economy cabin. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.
Boeing 737 Next Generation
The whole current fleet, mainly the 737-800 with 189 economy seats including extra-legroom rows.
Embraer 195-E2 (on order)
Avelo has ordered up to 100 Embraer 195-E2 jets, with deliveries planned from 2028.
Avelo Airlines cabin classes
Avelo has a single economy cabin on every flight. Seat choice, bags and flexibility are optional extras, so what you get depends on what you add to the fare.
Standard
The basic economy seat.
Stretch and Stretch+
Seat options with more legroom than Standard, sold as extras.
Optional services
Priority boarding, AveloFlex and pet-in-cabin can be added to a booking, and Avelo PLUS members get member-only fares.
Practical information
BaggageCabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage
Avelo baggage allowances depend on what you add to your fare. Only a personal item is included in every fare.
One personal item per traveler, up to 17 x 13 x 9 inches, that fits under the seat in front of you.
A carry-on bag for the overhead bin, up to 22 x 14 x 9 inches, can be added to the booking.
Checked bags can be added, up to 62 linear inches and 50 lb (22 kg) each. Bags up to 80 linear inches and 70 lb are accepted as oversize or overweight items.
Sports equipment, musical instruments, pets in cabin and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Avelo website before you fly.
Check-in and boardingSteps before departure
Online check-in on aveloair.com or the Avelo app opens 24 hours before departure. Avelo asks travelers to check in at least 40 minutes before the scheduled departure; follow the bag-drop and boarding deadlines shown in your booking.
Confirm the departure airport, as Avelo often uses smaller airports near major cities.
Bring a valid ID; flights to and from Puerto Rico are domestic US flights.
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
Download the mobile boarding pass, or save a screenshot in case of poor signal at the airport.
Allow time for bag drop and security before boarding.
Lounges
Avelo Airlines does not operate airport lounges. Travelers can use lounges open to the public or to card members at their departure airport, subject to each lounge's own access rules.
Loyalty program
Avelo does not have a traditional frequent-flyer program. Avelo PLUS is a paid annual membership with member-only fares, priority boarding and member promotions that can be shared with others on the same booking. Avelo Rewards is the program linked to the Avelo co-branded credit card. Program rules change, so check the conditions that apply to your trip.
Flight status and customer serviceOfficial sources
For current operational information, use Avelo Airlines' official services:
aveloair.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status
Available for iOS and Android, with mobile boarding passes and trip details
Avelo Airlines airports
Avelo does not use a hub-and-spoke model. It flies point to point from a small number of bases, most of them at smaller airports rather than the main airport of each metro area. Check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.
Avelo's main base, in New Haven, Connecticut, with flights to Florida, the Southeast, Puerto Rico and other US cities. The airport has a single passenger terminal.
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Avelo Airlines FAQs
What are Avelo Airlines' airline codes?
Avelo Airlines' IATA code is XP, its ICAO code is VXP, and its callsign is AVELO.
What is Avelo Airlines' main base?
Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) in Connecticut. Avelo also has bases at Wilmington, Delaware (ILG), Lakeland, Florida (LAL) and Concord-Padgett near Charlotte (USA), and plans a base at McKinney, Texas, in November 2026.
Is Avelo Airlines part of an airline alliance?
No. Avelo Airlines is not a member of Star Alliance, oneworld or SkyTeam.
Does Avelo Airlines have a loyalty program?
Avelo offers Avelo PLUS, a paid membership with member-only fares, priority boarding and member promotions. Avelo Rewards is the program linked to the Avelo co-branded credit card.
Which terminal does Avelo use at Tweed-New Haven?
Tweed-New Haven Airport has a single passenger terminal, and Avelo flights use it. Confirm the airport on your booking before travel.
Does Avelo Airlines fly to San Juan, Puerto Rico?
Yes. Avelo flies to San Juan (SJU) from New Haven, Wilmington (Delaware), Lakeland and Concord-Padgett near Charlotte.
Does Avelo Airlines fly to Tampa?
Yes. Avelo flies to Tampa (TPA) from New Haven, Wilmington (Delaware) and Wilmington (North Carolina).
Does Avelo Airlines fly to Cancún?
No. Avelo's current network covers the United States and Puerto Rico and does not include Cancún.
Does Avelo Airlines fly to Fort Myers?
Yes. Avelo flies to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers from New Haven and Wilmington (Delaware).
When does Avelo online check-in open?
Online check-in opens 24 hours before the scheduled departure on aveloair.com or in the Avelo app. Avelo asks travelers to check in at least 40 minutes before departure.
What size personal item can I bring on Avelo?
Every fare includes one personal item that fits under the seat, up to 17 x 13 x 9 inches. A larger carry-on for the overhead bin is an optional extra.
Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Avelo Airlines?
No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Avelo Airlines.
Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.