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Avelo Airlines has launched a new twice-weekly nonstop service between Wilmington, North Carolina, and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This is the only international route currently operating from Wilmington International Airport. Avelo, which has a base in Wilmington, is expanding its service from the airport, now offering flights to 15 destinations. Punta Cana is one of three international destinations served by Avelo, alongside Cancun and Montego Bay, Jamaica.

News Article:

Avelo Launches Only Nonstop International Flight from Wilmington to Punta Cana

WILMINGTON, NC – Avelo Airlines has inaugurated a new era of travel for Wilmington International Airport (ILM), launching the only nonstop service between Wilmington and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The inaugural flight took off this week, marking a significant expansion for Avelo’s operations in the region.

The route, operating twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays, will utilize Boeing 737NG aircraft. This new service offers Wilmington residents and visitors convenient access to a popular Caribbean destination, eliminating the need for connecting flights.

“We are thrilled to offer this new international route, making travel easier and more affordable for the Wilmington community,” said an Avelo spokesperson. “Punta Cana is a highly sought-after vacation spot, and we’re proud to be the only airline providing direct access from ILM.”

Punta Cana joins Cancun and Montego Bay, Jamaica, as the third international destination served by Avelo. The airline already operates service to Punta Cana from Raleigh-Durham and Hartford.

Avelo has been steadily growing its presence in Wilmington since establishing a crewmember and operations base in 2022. The airline now serves a total of 15 destinations from Wilmington, including major cities in the Northeast, Midwest, and Florida, such as Washington Dulles, Baltimore, Detroit, Nashville, and Orlando. This new international route solidifies Avelo’s commitment to providing expanded travel options for the Wilmington area.

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