April 29 - The inaugural flight from America’s first new mainline airline in nearly 15 years — Avelo Airlines — departed Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) this morning for Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport (STS), the gateway to California’s wine country.

 

Avelo’s inaugural flight departed BUR at 10:30 a.m. PDT with a scheduled arrival into STS at 11:55 a.m. PDT. The inaugural flight from STS to BUR departs today at 3:55 p.m. local time, with a 5:35 p.m. scheduled arrival at BUR.

 

With everyday low fares starting at $19, Avelo’s daily non-stop service between BUR and STS makes traveling to two of California’s most popular destinations easier and more affordable than ever. The route will be served by 189-seat Boeing 737-800 aircraft – one of the most fuel-efficient commercial aircraft in the world – providing Customers with a large, comfortable cabin with more room, more seats and more seating options than the regional aircraft typically serving STS.

 

For both departing and arriving Customers, BUR – named the 2019 “Best U.S. Airport” by Fodor’s Travel – offers a refreshingly hassle-free experience, including seamless curbside pickup and dropoff, smaller crowds, shorter walking distances from curb to gate, unrivaled speed for plane-to-carousel bag delivery, and shorter TSA security lines. No airport is closer to downtown LA, Hollywood, Pasadena and other attractions throughout Southern California, making BUR the ultra convenient, stress-free gateway to Greater LA.

 

 

An early afternoon arrival and late afternoon departure from STS will provide leisure travelers with better convenience when planning their trips to and from Los Angeles, wine country and the surrounding Bay Area. Avelo Airlines flight XP 101 departs BUR daily at 3:40 p.m. arriving in STS at 5:05 p.m. local time; flight XP 102 departs STS daily at 5:45 p.m. arriving in BUR at 7:20 p.m.

 

The Gateway to Wine Country

As the gateway to wine country, STS is uniquely positioned to put visitors within minutes of dozens of wineries, 25 minutes from the towering redwoods and 30 minutes to the scenic and breathtaking views of the Pacific.

 

One of California’s Most Diverse, Natural Destinations

As the most sustainable wine region in the world and one of California’s most diverse natural destinations, Sonoma County offers plentiful options and was named a Forbes “Top destination for 2021” and Travel + Leisure “Best places to travel in 2021.”

 

From award-winning wines to artisan cheeses, bountiful fruits and vegetables, as well as livestock and seafood, these freshly harvested ingredients power the amazing cuisine coming out of more than 600 eateries that include Michelin-rated restaurants, as well as small, locally owned eateries that dish up amazing food.

 

With gently rolling hills, misty ocean breezes, ancient redwoods and meandering rivers and streams, Sonoma County offers an array of outdoor activities and experiences. There are more than 60 state and regional parks that offer miles of hiking and cycling trails, kayaking and ziplining, hot air ballooning, horseback riding, camping, and untouched wilderness.

 

More Destinations Take Flight This Week

In addition to STS, Avelo will commence service this week between BUR and two preeminent destinations in the Western U.S.

 

On April 29, Avelo will launch three-times-a-week service between BUR and the Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) in Pasco, Washington. The largest airport in the Southeastern Washington and Northeastern Oregon region, PSC is situated in the vibrant, sunshine-soaked heart of Washington’s sprawling wine country. Avelo Airlines flight XP 103 departs BUR on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. arriving in PSC at 10:20 a.m.; flight XP 104 departs PSC at 11:00 a.m. and arrives to BUR at 1:30 p.m.

 

 

On April 30, four-times-a-week service will commence between BUR and Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), the onramp to Big Sky Country and Yellowstone National Park. Avelo Airlines flight XP 105 departs BUR on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:00 a.m. arriving in BZN at 11:25 a.m.; flight XP 106 departs BZN at 12:05 p.m. arriving in BUR at 1:40 p.m.

 

By late May, Avelo will provide non-stop service between its initial base at BUR and 11 destinations across the Western U.S., including Arcata-Eureka, Redding and Santa Rosa, California; Bend- Redmond, Eugene and Medford, Oregon; Bozeman, Montana; Grand Junction, Colorado; Pasco, Washington; Phoenix-Mesa, Arizona; and Ogden-Salt Lake City, Utah.

 

 

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