Breeze Airways is expanding its presence in Florida, making Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) its ninth base of operations nationwide and third in the Sunshine State. This exciting development kicks off on October 1st, 2024.
Breeze’s commitment to RSW is clear. Since their inaugural flight in June 2022, they’ve transported over 160,000 passengers to and from Southwest Florida. The new base will see Breeze stationing aircraft overnight at RSW, starting with three. RSW will also become a crew base, providing a convenient location for pilots and flight attendants.
This move reflects Breeze’s impressive growth at RSW. The airline has doubled its presence year-over-year between the fourth quarters of 2022 and 2023. Currently, Breeze offers nonstop service to 19 destinations, with five new routes on the horizon.
Breeze’s expansion doesn’t stop here. Orlando International Airport became their eighth base on April 1st, joining their network that includes Charleston (South Carolina), Hartford (Connecticut), New Orleans, Norfolk (Virginia), Providence (Rhode Island), Provo (Utah), and Tampa.
This is a significant development for both Breeze Airways and Southwest Florida. Passengers will benefit from increased connectivity and potentially more competitive fares. The establishment of a crew base at RSW will likely create job opportunities as well. Stay tuned for further updates on Breeze’s exciting new chapter at Southwest Florida International Airport!
