Breeze Airways Expands Network with 11 New Routes to Myrtle Beach, Including New Haven

Key points

• Breeze Airways announced 11 new nonstop destinations to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) effective in 2027.
• New routes include New Haven, Conn.; Boston, Mass.; Burlington, Vt.; and Latrobe, Pa., among others.
• The New Haven to Myrtle Beach route begins May 26, 2027, with flights on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting at $59 one-way.
• Breeze will become the largest carrier at MYR, serving 25 nonstop destinations after the expansion.
• The expansion follows the shutdown of Spirit Airlines in May 2026, which had held about 50% of MYR's market in 2019 but only 23% by 2025.
• Breeze has more than doubled its seats and flights at MYR since arriving in February 2024.

Background

Breeze Airways arrived at Myrtle Beach International Airport in February 2024 with one destination. Spirit Airlines, which had a nearly 30-year partnership with MYR, shut down in May 2026. The airport had diversified its carriers post-pandemic to reduce reliance on any single airline. Breeze now serves 25 nonstop destinations from MYR, making it the airport's largest carrier.

How outlets are covering it

WFSB and WPDE focused on the New Haven route, emphasizing affordability and convenience for Connecticut travelers. WCAX highlighted the Burlington, Vt. route and a 'BreezeThru' connection to Fort Lauderdale, noting demand from Vermonters. WMBF emphasized Breeze becoming the largest carrier at MYR and the economic benefits for the Grand Strand, contrasting with Spirit's departure. All outlets agreed on the 11 new routes and 2027 launch dates, but differed in emphasis: WFSB/WPDE on New Haven, WCAX on Vermont, and WMBF on MYR's overall capacity and Spirit's exit.

Why it matters

The expansion increases travel options for residents of New Haven, Burlington, and other northeastern cities, potentially boosting tourism and economic activity in Myrtle Beach. It also reflects a shift in the low-cost airline market following Spirit's shutdown, with Breeze filling the gap in capacity and connectivity at MYR.

What to watch

Breeze will launch the new routes in 2027, starting with Latrobe, Pa. on February 9, and Boston, Mass. on May 4. The New Haven route begins May 26, 2027. MYR officials are also teasing a new international destination announcement before the end of October 2026.