Breeze Returns Nonstop Service to Tampa from Columbus, from $59* One Way

Breeze Airways sits at gate C49 prior to departure from CMH Airport.

Columbus, OH – Breeze Airways, the U.S.’ only Nice Low Cost Carrier, announced today that it will be adding its 10th nonstop destination from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) this fall.

The route to Tampa will begin on October 6, with service on Mondays and Fridays, and fares starting from just $59* one way, if purchased by July 3, 2023.

“We are grateful for Breeze Airways’ continued investment in Central Ohio,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. “Breeze Airways’ addition of new nonstop destinations demonstrates their commitment to CMH and our passengers.”

“We are happy to be bringing this route back for our Guests in the Columbus area,” said Breeze Airways President Tom Doxey. “And just two years from first debuting at CMH, we’re now at 10 nonstop destinations.”

From Columbus, OH to:  

  • Tampa, FL (Mon and Fri, starting October 6, Nice from $59* one way).

From Columbus, Breeze also offers nonstop service to Charleston, SC; Hartford, CT; Jacksonville, FL; New Orleans, LA; Norfolk, VA; Orange County-Santa Ana, CA; Providence, RI; Raleigh-Durham, NC; and West Palm Beach, FL, plus one stop/no plane change BreezeThru service to Provo-Salt Lake City, UT.

Breeze offers its Guests both bundled and ala carte options known as Nice, Nicer and Nicest. The Nicest bundle includes Breeze Ascent, two checked bags, and complimentary snacks and beverages, including alcohol.  

Breeze currently flies both regional and transcontinental flights within the U.S. on a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The carrier has ordered 80 A220s, with options for 40 more.  

Seat pitch for a Standard Economy seat is 30 inches on the A220s and 31 inches on the E-195s, while seat pitch for Extra Legroom is 32 inches on the A220s and between 34 and 39 inches on the E-195s, depending on the row selected. Ascent features 39 inches of seat pitch, 20.5 inches of seat width, and special features including a footrest for added comfort, and in-seat AC power and USB/C ports.  

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. 

*Promotion must be purchased by July 3, 2023 (11:59 pm ET), for travel by January 8, 2024. Price displayed includes taxes and government fees. Fare prices, rules, routes, and schedules are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply.  

About Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways began service in May 2021. One year later, it was ranked as the No. 2 U.S. best domestic airline of 2021 by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.  Breeze now offers a mix of some 150 year-round and seasonal nonstop routes between 35 cities in 21 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 flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app. 

Media Contact:
Gareth Edmondson-Jones
Breeze Airways 
917 399-9355
[email protected] 

About CRAA

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority connects Ohio with the world by managing and operating passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR). Columbus travelers have access to 53 nonstop destinations via CMH and LCK, more than ever before in airport history. Visit our destinations page to see where we’re flying and stay connected with CRAA online.

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