Put your seats in the upright position and fasten your seat belts. Dubuque is flying to Orlando, Florida, with Avelo Airlines!

Avelo Airlines announced Dubuque, Iowa (DBQ) as the newest city to join its network with exclusive nonstop service to Orlando International Airport (MCO).

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Avelo Airlines provides affordable, convenient, and reliable air travel to Dubuque and the tri-state area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

Introductory one-way fares start at just $59, with two weekly flights scheduled for Wednesday and Saturday each week.

"Dubuque, say hello to Avelo! We are excited to bring Avelo to the tri-state area, making getting to The Sunshine State more affordable and easier than ever." - Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy.

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Theme Park Capital of the world, Orlando, also offers convenient access to additional Florida attractions and adventures.

Along with Dubuque Airport staff and elected officials present for the exciting announcement, Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce President Molly Grover pointed out that this was just the beginning of the effort to provide viable, affordable travel options for Tri-State businesses and tourism.

"We are thrilled to welcome Avelo to our community. This is a game changer for us and a step in the right direction," - Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce President Molly Grover

"In today's 21st-century global marketplace, we need a connection to the rest of the world, and it starts today. We're going to build upon this, and we are going to continue to add service," said Glover.

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The inaugural flight departs Dubuque at 4:00 PM, Wednesday, January 11. The 2.75-hour flights will use Boeing 737 aircraft with room for 147 to 189 passenger seats.

With 34 destinations across the U.S., Avelo has flown more than 1.3 million customers on over 10,000 flights since it started offering passenger air service in April 2021. Every flight is nonstop, so connection-free travel provides a faster, more straightforward experience with minimal delays, cancelations, and lost luggage.

Additionally, the Dubuque Regional Airport provides added convenience with its modern terminal and free parking.

Learn more and book your flight at AveloAir.com

Learn about Dubuque Regional Airport:  FlyDBQ.com

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