Breeze Announces New Service to Phoenix from Richmond

Richmond, VA (October 19, 2022) – Breeze Airways, the Seriously Nice™ low-fare airline founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, is launching new service to Phoenix, AZ, from Richmond, on February 10, with fares starting from $99* one way.

From Richmond, VA: 

• Phoenix, AZ** (Fri and Mon, starting February 10, Nice from $99* one way; Nicer from $179*, Nicest from $199*).

Breeze currently serves five destinations from Richmond, including:  Charleston, SC; Las Vegas, NV; New Orleans, LA; San Francisco, CA; and Tampa, FL.

“With Breeze announcing nonstop service to Phoenix from Richmond International Airport (RIC) starting in February, a great strategic partner again supports the Airport’s mission of moving people, business, and commerce to advance the Richmond Region,” said Perry J. Miller, A.A.E., I.A.P., president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Commission. “Prior to today, Phoenix was our second-largest unserved market, thus it is with great excitement we welcome this news on behalf of our customers and stakeholders.”

“We always look forward to providing more convenient and affordable service for our Richmond Guests,” said Tom Doxey, Breeze Airways’ President.  “This new route will give our Guests a faster, more convenient way to Arizona.”

Guests on Breeze may choose from three price bundles that are offered as ‘Nice’, ‘Nicer’, and ‘Nicest’.  Nice and Nicer bundles are across Breeze’s fleet of Embraer 195 e-jets and Airbus A220s, while Nicest – including a First Class seat – is only available on the A220s.   Guests may also choose a Nice or Nicer bundle and add a First Class seat as well.  Breeze has ordered 80 brand new Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with options for 40 more.

Breeze doesn’t charge change or cancellation fees up to 15 minutes prior to departure and offers other benefits such as free family seating and a la carte pricing.  With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Flights are now on sale at www.flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app.

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*  Introductory fares promotion is only available when booking a new reservation.  Supply is limited.  No advance purchase requirement applies. Promotion must be purchased by October 24, 2022 (11:59 pm ET) for travel by May 16, 2023.  Fares displayed include taxes and government fees.  Prices, rules, routes, and schedules are subject to change without notice.  Other restrictions may apply. 

** Routes served by the Airbus A220

About Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways began service in May 2021 from 16 destinations primarily in the east and southeast of the United States. One year later, it was ranked as the No. 2 U.S. best domestic airline of 2021 by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. In 2022, Breeze expanded west across the U.S., including coast-to-coast flights, and now offers 99 nonstop routes between 33 cities in 19 states. Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, Breeze operates a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with a focus on providing efficient and affordable flights between secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features – including complimentary family seating – delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly.

Flights are on sale at www.flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app.