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New Airline Joins Atlantic City International Airport

The airline will offer nonstop flights from Atlantic City to Charleston, SC and Raleigh-Durham, NC, plus one-stop flights to Tampa, Fl.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A new airline has flown into Atlantic City International Airport, expanding the small airport's offerings.

Breeze Airways announced two nonstop routes from Atlantic City to Charleston, SC and Raleigh-Durham, NC, plus a one-stop, no change of plane route to Tampa, FL.

“Atlantic City is not only a great destination for travelers, but also a gateway to many other metro areas,” said David Neeleman, founder and CEO of Breeze Airways. “We know Atlantic City will be a welcome addition to our Guests in Charleston, Raleigh, and Tampa, and we look forward to introducing our new Guests in Atlantic City to Breeze.”

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Beginning Wednesday, Atlantic City travelers can book flights on Breeze to:

  • Charleston, SC (nonstop on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting May 6, from $49 one way);
  • Raleigh-Durham, NC (nonstop on Thursdays and Sundays starting June 11, from $39 one way); and
  • Tampa, FL. (one-stop, no-change-of-plane BreezeThru service on Thursdays and Sundays starting June 11).

“We are excited to welcome Breeze Airways to Atlantic City International Airport and offer our passengers nonstop service to Charleston, SC and Raleigh-Durham, NC. The new routes give travelers from the southern New Jersey/Philadelphia region a more convenient access to two popular and growing destinations, whether they are flying for business, visiting family, or enjoying a weekend getaway,” said South Jersey Transportation Authority Executive Director, Stephen F. Dougherty . “For an airport of our size, expanding service in a way that directly benefits our passengers is especially meaningful, and this announcement reflects our continued focus on delivering a simple, accessible, and customer-friendly travel experience.”

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"We're thrilled to see Breeze Airways expanding air service to Atlantic City, strengthening access and making it easier than ever for travelers to reach our destination," said Gary Musich, President and CEO of Visit Atlantic City. "With new nonstop routes launching just in time for summer, visitors from Charleston, Raleigh-Durham and Tampa can experience Atlantic City when our beaches, entertainment, dining and energy are at their most lively, while also opening the door to new audiences and reinforcing our position as a premier destination for meetings and events."

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