Avelo Responds to Customer Feedback With Atlanta and Detroit Flights from Lakeland Slated to Start in 2026

After a year and a half of passenger service from Lakeland International Airport (LAL), Avelo Airlines announced the return of nonstop flights to Atlanta (ATL), spring service to Detroit (DTW) and a second aircraft to the airline’s Central Florida base. These decisions are driven by strong community feedback and a shared commitment to serving Central Florida travelers.

Avelo will operate these routes utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft, and the airlines budget friendly fares start as low as $34 one-way. 

Service to Detroit begins February 11, 2026, with twice-weekly service on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and is currently scheduled to run through April.

Service to Atlanta is scheduled to start February 13, 2026, with five flights per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays.

“Avelo continues to listen to our community and respond with opportunities that matter,” Airport Director Kris Hallstrand said. “The return of Atlanta service with added frequency is exactly what our business and leisure travelers have been asking for, and new nonstop flights to Detroit highlight Avelo’s continued investment in Lakeland. From spring training visitors to local families, these routes strengthen connections and build on 18 months of tremendous growth.”

Flight dates and information can be found at aveloair.com.