News Summary
Great news for travelers in Memphis! Breeze Airways is launching nonstop flights from Memphis International Airport to Tampa and Raleigh-Durham. The first flight to Tampa takes off on May 7, 2025, followed by Raleigh-Durham on May 9, 2025. Breeze Airways is also introducing a convenient service to Rhode Island, making travel easier for passengers. Local officials are excited about this expansion, which promises to make spring travel much more enjoyable and accessible for Memphians.
Exciting New Travel Options for Memphis!
Hey there, Memphis travelers! We’ve got some fantastic news brewing for your travel plans this spring. Budget airline Breeze Airways has decided to spread its wings and launch direct flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Tampa International Airport (TPA). As if that wasn’t enough, theyโre making it all happen in just a few short months, kicking off around May 2025!
What’s Coming Up?
On May 7, 2025, the first flight will take off to the sunny coasts of Tampa, followed by the RDU service hitting the skies two days later on May 9, 2025. This means you’ll get to explore the beautiful beaches of Florida or experience the techy vibe of North Carolina without all the fuss of a layover. How cool is that?
But thatโs not all! Breeze is also offering a nifty โBreezeThruโ service to Rhode Island’s T.F. Green International Airport (PVD). This means you wonโt even have to exit the plane in Raleigh-Durham; you can chill in your seat and let Breeze handle the rest on your way to New England. Itโs like a layover without the hassle โ sign us up!
Memphis Gets More Flight Choices
This new addition is a massive win for Memphis International Airport. After lengthy discussions between Breeze and airport officials, we finally have something to cheer about. Glen Thomas, the communications director for the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority, pointed out that RDU was actually the top unserved destination for MEM, which makes the upcoming flights even more exciting. It feels like a dream come true for local travelers!
For those of you looking to escape to Tampa or Raleigh-Durham, you’ll be thrilled to know that Breeze Airways is expected to add even more value to your travel options. Currently, the daily passenger traffic to Tampa is around 126, while Raleigh-Durham sees about 65 travelers daily. With these new nonstop flights, you can avoid those frustrating layovers and hop right to your destination.
What Makes Breeze Airways Special?
Founded in May 2021, Breeze Airways has made waves in the airline industry by connecting secondary markets that didn’t previously have much love. Theyโre currently operating over 200 routes across 68 cities in 31 states! The service out of Memphis will be their only operation in Tennessee after pulling back from Nashville due to competition.
Although competition can be fierce, Breeze seems confident that thereโs plenty of demand for these nonstop routes from Memphis. And if those numbers are anything to go by, it looks like Memphians are more than ready to book their tickets!
Mark Your Calendars
The flight schedules are all set, and tickets are already available for booking! If you’ve been itching to plan that vacation or business trip, now is the perfect time. Whether youโre dreaming of the beach in Tampa or interested in the vibrant innovation scene in Raleigh-Durham, you won’t want to miss out on these new opportunities.
In summary, with Breeze Airways entering the Memphis market, travel just got a lot more enjoyable. With nonstop flights making life easier and more affordable, Memphians can expect a bright air travel future! Keep an eye on those booking sites โ your next adventure is just around the corner!
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Additional Resources
- We Are Memphis
- Wikipedia: Breeze Airways
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- Google Search: Breeze Airways Memphis flights
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Breeze Airways
- Simple Flying
- Google News: Breeze Airways Memphis
- Travel Weekly
- WRAL
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