Avelo Airlines: Begins Nonstop MacArthur-Charlotte/Concord Route
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Avelo Airlines Begins Nonstop Flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Charlotte/Concord, NC
Islip, NY – May 22, 2025 – The first Avelo Airlines customers traveling to the Charlotte, NC area from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) departed this morning onboard a Boeing Next- Generation (NG) 737- (700) aircraft. Avelo Airlines will fly to Charlotte via Concord-Padgett Regional Airport twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays with special introductory fares as low as $49* at aveloair.com.
“We’re pleased to welcome our fifth air carrier and officially say ‘Hello, Avelo,’ to Long Island MacArthur Airport customers onboard the inaugural flight,” said Town of Islip Supervisor Angie Carpenter. “Avelo understands the benefits of smaller, hassle-free airports like Islip, and we know local Long Islanders will enjoy Avelo’s ‘Every Day Low Fares’ and ultra convenient airports,” she added.
As a major financial hub with a thriving cultural scene, Charlotte boasts attractions like the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and a bustling downtown. Concord- Padgett Regional Airport (USA) provides easy access to the Charlotte area along with a hassle- free and convenient travel experience with fewer crowds and shorter lines compared to larger airports like Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Just like at ISP, travelers can enjoy a smoother, stress-free journey from check-in to boarding.
“We’ve been in discussions for several years now with Avelo on air service development at Long Island MacArthur Airport. Charlotte/Concord is the fourth largest destination that was not served nonstop from ISP, and Avelo Airlines recognized the opportunity to meet customer demand for the flights,” said Long Island MacArthur Commissioner of Aviation Rob Schneider.
In addition to Charlotte/Concord, NC, Avelo Airlines will begin nonstop flights to Orlando/Lakeland, FL and Wilmington, NC on June 12. Avelo customers will enjoy the same long weekend getaway flight offerings with twice weekly nonstop flights on Thursdays and Sundays.
Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “We’re excited to inaugurate our affordable, convenient and reliable service from Long Island to Charlotte. Traveling to the Queen City has never been easier. Additionally, we’re excited for North Carolinians to experience all that Long Island and New York have to offer.”
Avelo Airlines first took flight in 2021. Since that time, Avelo has flown nearly 7 million customers, expanded to 53 destinations and has rapidly grown its aircraft fleet.
“Long Island MacArthur Airport just keeps getting better. Today with Avelo Airlines, in recognizing the economic importance of the new air service and welcoming the visitors and the spending potential they bring to Nassau and Suffolk County businesses, it’s even better,” said Mitch Pally, Discover Long Island Board Chair and Airport Advisory Board Chairman.
ABOUT LONG ISLAND MACARTHUR AIRPORT: MacArthur Airport is on Long Island approximately 50 miles from New York City. It is the closest airport to 2.8 million Long Island residents, and to world-renowned attractions including the famous Hamptons, Wine Country, lighthouses, Fire Island, excellent theatre, award-winning restaurants, and Gatsby-era mansions. The Town of Islip owns and operates the airport, served by Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Southwest Airlines.
Access to the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) makes getting around Nassau and Suffolk counties convenient. Train service from the Ronkonkoma / MacArthur Airport LIRR to New York City provides frequent transport. Long Island MacArthur Airport employs 6000 people directly and indirectly, with a $16M annual operating budget and an economic impact of $600M to the region and local economy. In 2024, ISP was voted the #3 Best Small Airport in the country in USAToday’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards and earned the 2024 Tourism Trailblazer Award from Discover Long Island.
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*Introductory one-way fares include government taxes and fees. Fares start at $49 for travel between ISP and USA for travel completed between September 4, 2025, and September 28, 2025. Fares must be booked by May 29, 2025. Fares are available on a limited number of flights and seats. Additional fees for carry-on and checked bags, assigned seats and other optional services may apply. A $25 charge per seated traveler applies to all bookings or changes made through Avelo’s Customer Support Center. For full terms and conditions, please see Avelo’s Contract of Carriage
