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09-07-2025
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Vero Beach Regional Airport third- busiest in Florida, saw over 250,000 flights in 2024
VERO BEACH — Vero Beach Regional Airport is the third-busiest general-aviation in Florida, according to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics and the Federal Aviation Administration. The ranking, published earlier this year, is based on the total number of takeoffs and landings in a year. Air traffic in Vero Beach increased nearly 79% — by more than 100,000 flights — between 2022 and 2024, according to the federal agency. In 2024, 265,405 flights took off and landed at Vero Beach; it saw 207,536 flights in 2023; and 148,511 flights in 2022. Among the state's busiest general-aviation airports, Vero Beach Regional trailed only Miami Executive Airport — 314,026 flights — and North Perry Airport in Pembroke Pines — 317,069 flights — in 2024. A general-aviation airport typically provides non-commercial services. Of Florida's top five airports, only Vero Beach offers commercial service, provided by Breeze Airways. "The city is becoming increasingly popular with people who fly," explained Airport Director Todd Scher. "A majority (of flights) are from the two flight schools — Skyborne and Paris Air, whereas private planes and charters round out the bulk of our flights." Breeze accounts for only 0.6% of flights into and out of the airport, according to Scher. "We're happy with how we fit into the fabric of Vero Beach Regional Airport," said Breeze Airways spokesman Ryne Williams. "Despite the large number of flights, we see Vero Beach as an underserved commercial market. We offer convenience for those who may not have the ability to fly their own planes." The fourth- and fifth-busiest general-aviation airports statewide in 2024, respectively, were Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport at 193,398 flights and New Smyrna Beach Airport with 184,047 flights, according to federal statistics. On the Treasure Coast, Witham Field in Stuart recorded 123,635 flights in 2024 and Treasure Coast International Airport north of Fort Pierce saw 139,953, according to the FAA. Local news: Florida recycling rate not even close to 75% goal. Here's how the Treasure Coast is doing Fishing pier reopens: Sebastian Inlet State Park north jetty reopens ahead of schedule The airport is in a position to handle even more flights, according to Scher. "We can feasibly see the same growth, and be in a good position," he explained. "We are ready, willing and able." The number of Breeze flights, however, is unlikely to increase for now. Its service will remain at an average of five flights per day until it increases its safety coverage, including providing another rescue/firefighting vehicle, said Scher. However, Scher and airport staff are happy with the current state of the airport. "For a small-town airport, we're doing great, and the rankings show that," said Scher. "Watching all the planes take off and land here, and admiring where we've come from, is a fantastic." Nick Slater is TCPalm's Indian River County Watchdog reporter. You can reach him at and 224-830-2875. This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Vero Beach Airport third busiest in by flight total
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01-05-2025
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Do I need a Real ID to fly Breeze Airways? See destinations from Vero Beach Airport in May
Pre-summer travel awaits. Breeze Airways currently services nine Florida airports, and recently announced a tenth service with nonstop flights to Key West International Airport (EYW) beginning in June. Just last month, TCPalm Executive Editor Adam Neal documented his experience traveling on the low-cost airline's new flight to Washington, D.C. from Vero Beach Airport for spring break with his family. Here's how it went. And, if you're planning to travel after May 7, it is imperative to have a Real ID with you at the airport or you may have to deal with delays, additional screening, and the possibility of not being allowed to pass the security checkpoint. As of April 24: Vero Beach flights to and from Hartford, Connecticut Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from Hartford, Connecticut are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and select Thursdays throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $75-$205 Returning ticket prices: $69-$105 Vero Beach flights to and from New Haven, Connecticut Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from New Haven, Connecticut are offered on Mondays and Fridays throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $59-$64 Returning ticket prices: $59-$64 Vero Beach flights to and from Providence, Rhode Island Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from Providence, Rhode Island are offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $69-$239 Returning ticket prices: $69-$129 Vero Beach flights to and from Long Island / Islip, New York Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from Long Island / Islip, New York are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $69-$169 Returning ticket prices: $69-$89 Vero Beach flights to and from Newburgh, New York Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from Newburgh, New York are offered on Thursdays and Sundays throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $79-$99 Returning ticket prices: $69-$89 Vero Beach flights to and from Ogdensburg, New York Flights from Vero Beach Airport to Ogdensburg, New York are offered on Thursdays and Sundays throughout May. Returning flights offered Wednesdays and Saturdays. Departing ticket prices: $43-$135 Returning ticket prices: $73-$88 Vero Beach flights to and from White Plains, New York Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from White Plains, New York are offered daily throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $79-$259 Returning ticket prices: $79-$139 Vero Beach flights to and from Washington, D.C. Flights from Vero Beach Airport to and from Washington, D.C. are offered on Thursdays and Sundays throughout May. Departing ticket prices: $59-$139 Returning ticket prices: $59-$99 The airline currently services nine locations in Florida: Pensacola Jacksonville Daytona Beach Tampa Orlando Sarasota/Bradenton Vero Beach Fort Myers Palm Beach Starting June 12, the low-cost airline will offer nonstop flights to Key West International Airport (EYW) from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Tampa International Airport (TPA). Summer travel: Breeze Airways to offer new flights to Key West Airport this summer There are two ways to check the status of a Breeze Airways flight: Search by route: Enter or select in the drop-down menu the name of the airport your flight is departing from and the airport you're arriving at. Then select the flight date. Search by flight number: Enter the flight number and select the flight date. Breeze Airways' pet policy allows small cats and dogs on flights for a pet charge each way. Other small animals such as birds, fish and reptiles are not allowed. More pet policies include: All guests traveling with a pet must check in at the airport ticket counter. Pet weight must be no more than 25 pounds, including the carrier. Guests will be asked to place the pet carrier on the scale during check in, with the pet inside. Pet carriers count as a personal item. Only one pet per soft-sided carrier is allowed. Carriers must be smaller than 17 inches by 8 inches by 13 inches to fit under Extra Legroom and Standard Legroom seats. No pets are allowed to occupy seats or to eat off tray tables. They must stay in their carriers for the entirety of the flight. Pet carriers count as your personal item and must fit under the seat directly in front of you. For more information on traveling with pets, visit All guests are allowed such as a purse, laptop bag or small backpack, on board for no charge. Carry-on bags are available for individual purchase or may be included in the 'Nice,' 'Nicer' and 'Nicest' bundles. Bags must weigh no more than 35 pounds and have the maximum dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches to fit in the overhead bin. Checked bags are available for individual purchase or may be included in the 'Nicer' and 'Nicest' bundles. Bags must weigh no more than 50 pounds and be within 62 inches in length, width and height, or will be considered overweight or oversized for an additional charge. Yes. To fly domestically, you will need to have a Real ID, passport or passport card. If you try to fly without those forms of identification, you could face delays, additional screening, and the possibility of not being allowed into the security checkpoint, including TSA PreCheck passengers, according to TSA. If you plan to travel from Vero Beach Regional Airport after the May 7 Real ID deadline without a Real ID, passport or passport card, you should rebook your flight to a later date, said Breeze Airways spokesperson Fiona Kiesel. This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Breeze Airways: How to check flight status, find cheap Florida flights
