Salt Lake City — Avelo Airlines announced today it will begin nonstop service from Salt Lake City to the Bay Area/Sonoma County beginning this fall. Low one-way fares start at $57*. Customers can make reservations at AveloAir.com.

Avelo will offer nonstop service between the Bay Area’s most convenient airport – the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS) – and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Avelo is the only airline offering nonstop service between SLC and STS.

Avelo will operate this route twice-weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, beginning October 24th – utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft.

Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “We are thrilled to announce our new nonstop service from Salt Lake City to the Bay Area/Sonoma County, offering travelers a convenient, reliable, and affordable way to one of the most beautiful and vibrant regions in Northern California. We look forward to Inspiring Travel this fall to Sonoma County and inspiring Northern Californians to explore all the Beehive State has to offer.”

Executive Director of Salt Lake City Department of Airports Bill Wyatt said, “Salt Lake City extends an enthusiastic welcome to Avelo Airlines. This new nonstop service to the Bay Area/Sonoma County is a plus for our passengers. California is one of Utah’s most popular destinations and is a welcome addition to SLC’s route network. The additional gates the airport built as part of The New SLC has made this new service possible.”

Exploring Northern California Wine Country

Home to more than 425 wineries, towering redwoods, 55 miles of rugged Pacific coastline, and small towns, Sonoma County is what Northern California vacation dreams are made of. Hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, boating, equestrian trails, and camping are all offered at the countless parks and forests in Sonoma Country. The region has over 30 small towns, quaint villages, and bustling cities, offering world-class restaurants, art galleries, theaters, and festivals and markets in warmer months.

America’s Most Convenient Airline

Since taking flight on April 28, 2021, Avelo has flown over five million Customers on over 40,000 flights. Today Avelo serves 54 destinations spanning 24 states and two international countries: Jamaica and Mexico.

Avelo has unlocked a new era of convenience, choice, and competition by flying unserved routes to primarily underserved communities across the country. Every route has at least one small, easy to use airport. This makes every Avelo journey a smooth, easy, and more enjoyable experience than contending with the crowds, congestion, and long walks at larger airports.

Avelo is distinguished by its industry-leading reliability. For the first half of 2024, the airline ranked #1 in on-time performance and delivered the lowest flight cancellation rate in the industry. These results are reported by Anuvu, a leading aviation data services company also utilized by The Wall Street Journal for the publication’s annual airline ranking.

Avelo Customers can always change or cancel their itineraries with no extra fees. Additionally, families can travel with ease knowing every child 14 and under will be automatically seated with an accompanying adult at no additional cost.

Avelo offers advanced seat assignments for sale. One third of its seats are extra leg room seats, ranging from 32 inches to more than 36 inches, offering a more comfortable experience for Customers who value more space. In addition to advance seat assignments, Avelo offers several unbundled travel-enhancing options that give Customers the flexibility to pay only for what they value, including priority boarding, checked bags, carry-on overhead bags, and bringing a pet in the cabin.

About Avelo Airlines[a]

Avelo Airlines’ purpose is to Inspire Travel by saving people time and money. The Houston-based airline offers travelers time and money-saving convenience, everyday low fares, and a refreshingly smooth, caring, and reliable travel experience. Operating a fleet of 16 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft, Avelo serves 54 popular destinations across the United States and Caribbean, including its six bases at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), the Philadelphia and Delaware Valley region’s Wilmington Airport (ILG), Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), and the Bay Area’s Sonoma County Airport (STS). On October 24, 2024, Avelo will open its Central Florida Base at Lakeland International Airport (LAL). For more information visit AveloAir.com or the Avelo Newsroom at AveloAir.com/Newsroom.

Sonoma County Airport – The Bay Area’s Best Airport

Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport is a gateway to California’s Bay Area and Wine Country. Nestled conveniently in the stunning landscapes of Northern California, the airport provides a seamless and stress-free travel experience. Located near renowned vineyards and wineries, STS offers the perfect entry point for those looking to explore a world-class wine scene. STS also offers easy access to points across the Bay Area, including ‘The City by the Bay’ – San Francisco – and ‘The Capital of Silicon Valley’ – San Jose. All parking lots and rental car pick-ups are within close walking distance to the terminal; the furthest space is less than 300 yards away.

Media Contacts:

Madison Jones

Avelo Airlines

Madison.jones@aveloair.com

Nancy Volmer

Salt Lake City International Airport

nancy.volmer@slcgov.com

*Introductory one-way fares include government taxes and fees. Fares start at $57 for travel between STS and SLC for travel completed between October 24, 2024, and November 10, 2024. Fares must be booked by August 7, 2024. 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.