Avelo Airlines plans to start nonstop operations from McKinney National Airport on November 11, connecting the facility to Las Vegas and four Florida destinations: Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, and Tampa. The carrier announced the expansion in a June 30 press release, noting that introductory one-way tickets will begin at $99. Travelers who book through July will receive their first checked bag at no cost.
The new routes will utilize 184-seat Boeing Next-Generation 737-800 jets based at the Dallas–Fort Worth area. The airline stated the service will generate more than 100 local jobs. Avelo CEO Andrew Levy described the launch as a key moment for the Texas-based carrier, highlighting its focus on low fares and on-time performance.
McKinney Mayor Bill Cox welcomed the addition, citing it as evidence of the city’s growing role in regional travel and economic development. Details regarding specific flight frequencies or additional future destinations were not provided.
