Breeze Airways Debuts at New Bern, North Carolina with Seasonal Service to Hartford and Orlando

Breeze Airways, the U.S.’ only NLCC, or ‘Nice Low-Cost Carrier,’ today inaugurates seasonal nonstop service from Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) to both Hartford, CT and Orlando, FL.

The new nonstops will both have twice-weekly service, with introductory fares starting from $49* one way, if purchased by May 30, for travel between May 26 and June 13, 2024.

From New Bern, NC to:

  • Hartford, CT (Seasonal service, starting May 24, Thursdays and Sundays, from $49* one way); and
  • Orlando, FL (Seasonal service, starting May 24, Thursdays and Sundays, from $49* one way).

Also, Breeze is commemorating its third anniversary this week with a special system-wide promotion. Travelers can get 33 percent off** all roundtrip base fares for travel from May 29 through October 1, 2024, by applying the code THREE at checkout at www.flybreeze.com or on the Breeze app.

The birthday promotion is available until May 24 (11:59pm PT) and applies to all routes and cities across Breeze’s nationwide network. Starting with just 16 cities in May of 2021, today Breeze has expanded to offer more than 170 nonstop routes from 56 cities across 29 states and has flown more than five million Guests.

“Craven County prides itself on progress. This is a momentous triumph and on behalf of the Craven County Board of Commissioners and the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Authority, I extend my gratitude and commendation to all whose efforts culminated in this positive growth,” expressed Jason Jones, Chairman of the Craven County Board of Commissioners, and board member of the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Authority.

“We are excited to be starting our Breeze Airways service this Memorial Day weekend and we are positive that folks are going to love it” said Airport Director Andrew Shorter.

“Since we started flying in May 2021, Breeze has continued to add great destinations to

our rapidly growing footprint,” said Breeze CEO and Founder David Neeleman. “These new summer additions will surely be welcomed as we continue to bring efficient, affordable and elevated travel to underserved markets.”

Recognized by Travel + Leisure readers as one of the Top 5 Best U.S. Airlines for the second consecutive year, Breeze offers Guests both bundled and a la carte options known as Nice, Nicer and, on flights operated with the Airbus A220-300, Nicest. The Nicer bundle includes a checked bag and carry-on as well as a premium economy seat in its “extra legroom” section. The Nicest bundle includes two checked bags, priority boarding and Breeze Ascent—the carrier’s inflight experience featuring 2×2 recliner seating and complimentary snacks and beverages, including alcohol. 

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. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit 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.