Rome wasn’t built in a day, but one of America’s newest airlines, Avelo, has quickly made a name for itself. Air travel can be both an incredible convenience and a major hassle, but Avelo has managed to build a loyal following for good reason. According to Anuvu, a leading aviation data service, Avelo is currently the most reliable U.S. carrier as we head into summer.
Since its inception in 2021, Avelo has consistently delivered timely flights. This raises the question: why can’t the more established airlines like Southwest, Delta, and United keep up? Avelo believes they have the answer.
Over the past three years, Avelo has carved out its own path to success, minimizing flight disruptions. While you might still encounter crying children or passengers who recline their seats too far, you can expect fewer delays and cancellations when flying with Avelo. In May 2024, Avelo led the nation in on-time performance and had the fewest flight cancellations. This isn’t a one-time achievement; Avelo has maintained its top spot for on-time performance and ranks second for the lowest cancellation rates throughout 2024. Not bad for a three-year-old airline.
Interestingly, despite being based in Houston, Avelo only operates one flight from there. Whatever their secret—whether it’s insider knowledge from NASA or the expertise of their award-winning CEO—it’s clearly working.
Avelo now flies to 53 destinations across the U.S., making it one of the most convenient airlines. You don’t need a passport for any Avelo flight, but you can still have an amazing trip. Puerto Rico is the closest thing to an international destination for now, but there are plenty of other great places to visit this summer. Some top destinations include Los Angeles, Myrtle Beach, Boston, Orlando, Miami, Destin/Fort Walton, South Padre Island, Chicago, Washington DC, and San Juan. Avelo offers ten great vacation spots in Florida alone, with many more options from Montana to Texas to the East Coast.
Recently, budget airlines Spirit and Frontier announced changes that could shake up the low-cost carrier industry. However, these airlines are following Avelo’s lead. Avelo has long aimed to be the most convenient domestic airline, offering transparent seat selection and avoiding the cramped conditions often found on other budget carriers.
One key to Avelo’s success is flying out of smaller airports, which reduces the likelihood of flight disruptions. For example, travelers to Boston will land in Manchester, NH, and those to San Francisco will land in Sonoma. This strategy helps ensure smoother operations.
Avelo’s team of 1,000 crewmembers is dedicated to building the industry’s most reliable airline. Their 2024 on-time performance is a significant validation of their progress, even while flying in some of the most challenging regions of the country.