Avelo Airlines has identified five nonstop destinations for its inaugural service at McKinney National Airport (DTX). The carrier will operate flights to Las Vegas, Nevada, and four Florida locations: Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, and Tampa. These routes are scheduled to begin on November 11, 2026, aligning with the opening of the airport’s newly constructed passenger terminal and its official designation as a commercial service facility.
Flights will depart DTX on a schedule running from Wednesday through Monday. The launch timing allows travelers to utilize the service for the Veterans Day holiday period. McKinney is located approximately 7 miles west of Princeton.
City of McKinney Mayor Bill Cox welcomed the announcement, stating that the new service reflects growing demand for convenient air travel in the region. He noted that McKinney is playing an increasingly significant role in North Texas as growth continues to reshape the area. Cox expressed gratitude to Avelo Airlines for its confidence in the regional market and its decision to invest in the airport.
Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy described the airline as the anchor tenant and launch carrier at DTX. He emphasized that the combination of low fares, reliable service, and the convenience of a smaller airport is intended to appeal to North Texas travelers. Levy confirmed that Avelo will base two aircraft at the location, signaling a long-term commitment to the area. He projected that this investment would generate more than 100 new jobs, including positions for pilots, flight attendants, mechanics, baggage handlers, and gate agents.
The airport’s new 46,000-square-foot terminal, located at 1910 FM 546 in McKinney, is expected to be completed by November 2026. The facility will initially feature four boarding gates, with capacity to expand to six. Amenities include centralized food and beverage concessions, spacious hold rooms, a 980-space public parking lot, and onsite car rental and ground transportation services.
