FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
CHARLESTON, WV – Today, Breeze Airways and West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) announced
new service to New York-Newark from CRW, starting November 14. Flights to Newark Liberty International
Airport (EWR) will be twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays.
“The New York City area is among the top destinations requested by our community, and now our travelers
have even more reason to choose West Virginia International Yeager Airport,” said Airport Director & CEO
Dominique Ranieri. “This new route not only enhances access and flexibility for visitors to the New York City
area but also offers expanded options for connecting to other destinations. Breeze Airways has been a
tremendous addition to West Virginia, and we look forward to their continued growth at CRW.”
Breeze, which began service at CRW in May of 2023, was recently ranked in the top five of Travel + Leisure’s
“Best Domestic Airlines” for the third year in a row. The airline offers both bundled and a la carte options so
travelers can customize their travel experience to fit their needs.
In addition to the New York-Newark flights, Breeze offers flights from CRW to Orlando International Airport
(MCO) and seasonal flights to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) and Tampa International Airport (TPA).
“We appreciate Breeze Airways’ commitment to providing convenient and affordable travel options to and from
our Capital City,” said Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin. “We are thrilled about the new service to New York-Newark.
Not only will this non-stop service enhance our connectivity and provide more travel options, but also bring new
opportunities for tourism and business.”
“Let’s start spreading the news, Breeze is going to New York! Our airport continues to grow and offer direct
flights. We are truly an east coast hub,” stated Commission President Lance Wheeler and Airport Board
Member. “The County Commission is excited about this announcement and our continued partnership with
Breeze.”
Learn more about Breeze Airways flight offerings via their website at wwww.flybreeze.com or via the Breeze
app.
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About West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW): For 77 years, West Virginia International Yeager
Airport has served as an economic engine in the Mountain State. CRW offers competitive airfare to destinations
worldwide with nonstop flights to leisure and business destinations aboard American, Delta, United, and Breeze
Airlines. For more information visit yeagerairport.com, check us out on YouTube and Instagram, like us on
Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
For more information, please contact:
Paige Withrow, Chief Marketing Officer
paige@yeagerairport.com
304-400-5931