The airline's CEO Andrew Levy expressed excitement in bringing "reliable, convenient, and affordable service to New York and Long Island.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
RONKONKOMA, NY — Avelo Airlines will now fly from Long Island MacArthur Airport to three popular nonstop destinations — Charlotte/Concord, NC, Lakeland/Orlando, FL, and Wilmington, officials said.
The first flight to Charlotte/Concord via Concord-Padgett Regional Airport begins on May 22 and service is twice a week on Thursday and Sunday.
Service to Orlando/Lakeland via Lakeland International Airport and Wilmington via Wilmington International Airport begins on June 12.
Customers can enjoy the same long weekend with Thursday and Sunday service.
Avelo is offering low introductory fares starting at $59.
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Town of Islip Supervisor Angie Carpenter said staffers are excited to welcome the airline "and value their focus on serving smaller, more convenient airports like Islip’s Long Island MacArthur Airport.”
“Avelo will fly from hassle-free ISP to other easy airport alternatives in Charlotte, Central Florida, and Wilmington, NC," she said. "Long Island residents love the convenience of their hometown airport and now they will enjoy a similar customer experience traveling on Avelo to popular destinations while skipping large airports."
Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy also expressed excitement in bringing "reliable, convenient, and affordable service to New York and Long Island."
"Traveling to Central Florida, Charlotte, and Wilmington will never be easier, convenient, or more affordable," he said. "We also look forward to welcoming travelers from these three popular destinations to the New York-Long Island region. We are very proud of the presence Avelo has established in the Northeast and we are very excited about the addition of 'ISP' to this important region.”
The airport's commissioner, Shelley LaRose-Arken, said officials have been working hard for several years to bring Avelo to the airport, "as we felt we met their key criteria of providing a smoother, easier, and more enjoyable air travel experience without the crowds, congestion and long waits at larger airports."
In 2024, the airport enjoyed significant growth.
"The airport also gained a fourth airline and more destination choices," she said. "Through July 2025, ISP seats are scheduled to grow 14% versus 2024, indicating how carriers are investing in ISP and its customers."
Deputy Airport Commissioner Rob Schneider said 2025 is "shaping up to be even better."
“Our terminal, airfield, and team provide a faster and friendlier experience than NYC airports, and we look forward to continuing our work in the year ahead as we extend a warm “Hello!” to Avelo and their customers,” he added.
Long Island Association President Matthew Cohen said the island's "community and government leaders realize MacArthur Airport is a valuable economic engine for the entire region."
"Airlines are noticing how Long Island works together for air service development, marketing, and additional airport improvements," he said. "Long Island MacArthur Airport continues to bring jobs and opportunities – along with convenient air travel – to our region now and in the future."