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Breeze Airways Expands Service with New Routes from Vero Beach and Baltimore
6/25/2026, 12:19:04 PM
New Route Launches and Service Details
Breeze Airways announced the addition of five new routes departing from Vero Beach Regional Airport on the Treasure Coast, with one-way fares starting at $79. The carrier will also begin nonstop service from Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Vero Beach on October 1 and to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport in Vermont on October 3. Each BWI-based route will operate three times per week—Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Background: Recent Growth and Airline Landscape
Passenger traffic at Vero Beach Regional Airport surged dramatically over the past year, according to a January 2025 WPTV report. The airport’s route portfolio has already expanded with JetBlue launching flights to Boston and New York’s JFK in December and American Airlines adding service to Charlotte in February. Breeze’s expansion follows the recent collapse of Spirit Airlines, which ceased operations amid rising fuel prices and other pressures.
Timeline of Announcements and Launches
- December 2024 – JetBlue begins Boston and JFK service from Vero Beach.
- February 2025 – American Airlines starts Charlotte flights from Vero Beach.
- January 2025 – WPTV reports dramatic passenger growth at Vero Beach.
- Early October 2025 – Breeze Airways launches Vero Beach-BWI and BWI-Burlington routes.
Impact: Regional Connectivity and Economic Prospects
The new routes provide residents of the Treasure Coast and the Baltimore region with direct, low-cost access to additional domestic markets. Airport officials anticipate that the service will stimulate tourism, support local businesses, and enhance overall economic development by linking two distinct travel corridors.
Official Statements & Responses
BWI’s Executive Director highlighted the anticipated boost to tourism and economic development, emphasizing the convenience of new nonstop destinations for regional travelers. Breeze Airways’ CEO expressed enthusiasm for expanding the airline’s network into Maryland, noting the value and convenience the carrier aims to deliver to its guests.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We are excited to welcome Breeze Airways to our market and to celebrate the addition of these two new routes,” — Shannetta Griffin, Executive Director, BWI
- “The new service will boost tourism and economic development while providing our passengers with convenient access to attractive destinations.” — Shannetta Griffin, Executive Director, BWI
- “We're thrilled to welcome Baltimore into the Breeze network and expand our service in Maryland,” — David Neeleman, Founder and CEO, Breeze Airways
- “With two new nonstop destinationsm, we know our guests in the region will love the value and convenience Breeze has to offer.” — David Neeleman, Founder and CEO, Breeze Airways
What’s Next
Breeze Airways’ inaugural flights are scheduled for October 1 from Baltimore to Vero Beach and for October 3 from Baltimore to Burlington, with each route operating three times per week on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
