Cue “The Simpsons” theme.
Springfield has landed a low-cost provider. That may come this winter when Breeze lands within the metropolis with two nonstop routes to Florida.
Which Springfield, you ask?
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Whereas the Simpsons was famously imprecise about which Springfield it was set in, Breeze is joyful to say it will be flying from the one in Illinois.
Breeze service from Springfield’s Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) begins Dec. 1 with twice-weekly service to Orlando. Flights to Tampa, additionally twice-weekly, start Dec. 4.
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“We’re extraordinarily excited to be the primary airport in Illinois to welcome Breeze Airways with continuous service from Springfield’s Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Orlando Worldwide and Tampa Worldwide Airports,” Frank Vala, chair of the Springfield Airport Authority Board of Commissioners, stated in an announcement saying the brand new routes from the airport.
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“Breeze’s dedication to Springfield, demonstrates the boldness they’ve in our neighborhood to assist these new routes and to develop as new alternatives turn into out there.”
Introductory fares on each routes start at $49 every method, however vacationers ought to be sure you be sure to pay attention to further charges. Breeze’s least expensive fare sort – its “Good” fares – embody further prices for issues like seat assignments and each carry-on and checked luggage. Breeze’s “Nicer” and “Nicest” fare sorts embody a checked bag.
Breeze will use its Airbus A220-300 plane on each of its new routes from Springfield. The schedule particulars are under.
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Orlando Worldwide Airport (MCO)
- Flights start Dec. 1 and can function on Mondays and Fridays earlier than switching to Wednesdays and Saturdays on Jan. 10.
Tampa Worldwide Airport (TPA)
- Flights start Dec. 4 and can function on Mondays and Fridays.
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