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🍁 Fall getaway: 7 (new) destinations to explore

August 28, 2024 • 
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The first of the new flights takes off to Concord, NC on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Photo provided by Visit Central Florida

Whether it’s spectacular autumn colors, rich history, or turquoise waters that’s calling your name, Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) has them all.

Starting this fall, Avelo Airlines will fly to seven new nonstop destinations to some of US’ most enviable spots, including:

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Manchester, NH/Boston
  • Concord, NC/Charlotte
  • Hartford, CT
  • Wilmington, DE/Philadelphia
  • Rochester, NY
  • San Juan, Puerto Rico

Visit Central Florida has all the details, like route start dates and one-way fares as low as $52.

Happy jetsetting.

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