Breeze Airways Returns Nonstop Service to New York-Westchester (HPN) from Sarasota-Bradenton

SRQ is pleased to share the following Breeze Airways press release.  See attached for further details.

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For additional information contact:
Rick Piccolo
SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer
Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Breeze Returns Nonstop Service to New York-Westchester from Sarasota-Bradenton

-- Airline is Adding Six More Nonstops from SRQ in Coming Months --

Sarasota-Bradenton, FL (October 31, 2024) – Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering affordable nonstop service across the U.S., today recommenced nonstop service from Sarasota-Bradenton to New York-Westchester, NY, with fares starting from $69* one way. 

Breeze also will begin new nonstop service to Akron-Canton, OH; Portland, ME; Long Island-Islip, NY; Raleigh-Durham, NC; and Richmond, VA in November, along with one-stop, no plane change BreezeThru service to Syracuse, NY.  In February, Breeze will add another new nonstop to New Haven, CT.

From Sarasota-Bradenton, FL to: 

• Westchester County-New York, NY (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays starting today, from $69* one way);  

• Akron-Canton, OH (Wednesdays and Saturdays, starting November 20); 

• Portland, ME (Wednesdays and Saturdays, starting November 20); 

• Long Island-Islip, NY (Thursdays and Sundays, starting November 21); 

• Raleigh-Durham, NC (Mondays and Fridays, starting November 22); 

• Richmond, VA (Mondays and Fridays, starting November 22); and 

• Syracuse, NY (One stop/no change of plane BreezeThru service, Mondays and Fridays, starting November 22); and

• New Haven, CT (Mondays and Fridays, starting February 7, 2025). 

“We are thrilled to see the resumption of nonstop service to Westchester County/White Plains, NY (HPN) on Breeze Airways. The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is excited to support the continued expansion of nonstop destinations provided by Breeze and looks forward to welcoming visitors from the New York metropolitan area," stated Rick Piccolo, President, CEO of the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.

“New York is a hugely popular getaway for Fall foliage and Breeze’s premium leisure service makes it more accessible than ever with nonstop service from just $69 each way,” said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways’ Founder and CEO. “We’re thrilled to bring back nonstop service to Westchester and eight other nonstops/BreezeThrus from Sarasota-Bradenton this Fall and Winter.”

Breeze was recognized this week as a Four-Star Low-Cost Carrier at the 2025 Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) Five-Star and Four-Star Airline Awards. The APEX Five- and Four-Star airlines represent the top 100 carriers in the world for passenger experience, with only eight percent of airlines worldwide achieving this status. Earlier this year, Breeze was ranked in the top five of Travel + Leisure’s “Best Domestic Airlines” for the third consecutive year.

Coupled with an elevated experience featuring premium seating options and high-speed WiFi on its fleet of brand-new Airbus A220-300 aircraft, Breeze is defining what it means to be “Seriously Nice” in an industry that has been anything but. Breeze offers both bundled and a la carte options so travelers can customize an experience that fits their needs. Breeze’s fare bundles feature full flexibility along with other add-ons such as bags, seats and inflight WiFi.

With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit, free family seating, a la carte pricing and customized flight features delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Learn more about Breeze’s flight offerings via our site or the app.

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*$69 No Flex Fare promotion is available between HPN-SRQ, for purchase through November 14, 2024 (11:59pm PST), for travel by May 13, 2025. Price displayed includes taxes and government fees. Fare prices, fare classes, rules, routes, and schedules are subject to change or exemption without notice. Any changes or modifications to qualifying promotional reservations will be subject to fare repricing. A difference in airfare at the current fare price may apply. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

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About Breeze Airways   
Breeze Airways began service in May 2021 and has been ranked as one of the U.S.’ best domestic airlines for the last three years by Travel + Leisure magazine’s World's Best Awards.  This year,  the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) named Breeze a Four-Star Low-Cost Carrier and recognized the airline as offering the “Best Seat Comfort in North America.”  Breeze offers a mix of more than 200 year-round and seasonal nonstop routes between 66 cities in 30 states.  Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, Breeze operates a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with a focus on providing efficient and affordable flights between secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features – including complimentary family seating - delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Learn more about Breeze’s flight offerings via our site or the app. 

Media Contact:  
Breeze Airways Corporate Communications
[email protected]
(801) 436-3984