# Avelo Adds 4 New Routes to McKinney

> Avelo Airlines launches four new nonstop flights from McKinney to Denver, Atlanta, New Orleans, and Nashville, adding a third aircraft to boost local jobs and airport capacity.
- Title: Avelo Adds 4 New Routes to McKinney · Dallas Express
- Summary: Avelo Airlines launches four new nonstop flights from McKinney to Denver, Atlanta, New Orleans, and Nashville, adding a third aircraft to boost local jobs…
- Keywords: avelo, mckinney, denver, atlanta, new orleans, nashville, dtx, boeing 737, north texas, commercial flights, airport terminal, job creation
- Source: Dallas Express — https://dallasexpress.com/metroplex/avelo-adds-denver-atlanta-new-orleans-nashville-flights-from-mckinney
- Author: Dallas Express
- Published: 2026-09-25T20:45:21+00:00
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- Topics: avelo, mckinney, denver, atlanta, new orleans, nashville, dtx, boeing 737, north texas, commercial flights, airport terminal, job creation
## New Routes Launch
Avelo adds four nonstop flights to Denver, Atlanta, New Orleans, and Nashville starting December 2026.

> Avelo Airlines is contributing positively to the North Texas economy by investing in nonstop flights to nine in-demand cities, a third based aircraft, and more than 100 career opportunities at McKinney National Airport.
## Flight Schedules
Denver and Atlanta flights begin December 16 with four weekly flights; New Orleans and Nashville start December 17 with two weekly flights.
## Third Aircraft
Avelo bases a third Boeing 737-800 at McKinney National Airport to support expanded operations.
## Job Creation
The expansion will create approximately 150 jobs at McKinney National Airport, including pilots and technicians.
## Terminal Opening
McKinney National Airport's new terminal opens November 11, the same day Avelo begins operations.
## Fleet Expansion
Avelo plans to become the first U.S. carrier to operate Embraer E195-E2 aircraft by 2028.
## Key takeaway

Avelo will add four new nonstop routes from McKinney starting December 2026, creating 150 jobs and expanding its network to nine destinations.