Avelo McKinney flights: all 11 DTX routes explained

Avelo Airlines now plans 11 nonstop routes from McKinney National Airport by December 2026. The latest additions are Sarasota-Bradenton, scheduled to start on December 16, and West Palm Beach, scheduled for December 17.

None of the DTX routes are operating yet. McKinney's first scheduled passenger flight is due on November 11, when the new terminal is also expected to open. A ticket is not proof that construction and launch plans cannot change, so check both the reservation and airport guidance before paying for parking, a hotel or a separate connection.

Original OpenSim editorial illustration. The unbranded aircraft, terminal and destination scenes are symbolic and do not depict an operating flight or the finished DTX terminal.

The complete planned DTX route schedule

Avelo's June launch plan, September expansion and October 15 update give the following start dates and weekly patterns:

For the peak holiday period, Avelo says Las Vegas will also operate on Wednesday and Saturday, bringing it to six weekly flights. The announcement does not say when those two extra days end, so do not carry the six-flight pattern into a later trip without checking the booking calendar.

The airline has not published flight numbers or a complete timetable in these announcements. Use the booking record for exact local times. A launch date or operating day can change before the first flight, so check again before arranging parking, a hotel or a separate connection.

DTX passenger service has not opened yet

McKinney National Airport has handled general aviation for decades, but scheduled passenger service is new. The City of McKinney says the first Avelo flights and public opening of the new passenger terminal are planned for November 11, 2026.

The city's current construction update still labels the commercial terminal as in progress, with anticipated completion in November. That does not mean the December flights are off schedule. It does mean travelers should not treat an unfinished construction page as proof that the airport is already open for passenger departures.

The city describes a 46,000-square-foot terminal at 1910 FM 546 with four initial gates, a 980-space public parking lot, onsite car rental and ground transportation services. Parking prices, final passenger access instructions and the exact services available on opening day were not posted on the pages reviewed for this guide. Check the airport's current instructions before driving there.

DTX and TKI refer to the same airport in different systems

Use DTX when searching for commercial airline tickets. The city says DTX will appear on booking sites, boarding passes, baggage tags and itinerary emails for the new passenger service.

TKI remains the airport's FAA identifier for general aviation operations. A traveler searching only for TKI may see pilot or private-aircraft information rather than the passenger itinerary. Confirm that the booking says McKinney National Airport and DTX, especially when comparing it with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport or Dallas Love Field.

West Palm Beach now uses DJT, not PBI

The West Palm Beach route is listed as DTX-DJT. This is the same commercial airport many travelers knew as Palm Beach International and code PBI, not a new airport elsewhere in the region.

The airport says its new name and IATA code took effect in 2026, with DJT replacing PBI on August 18. The FAA also lists DJT for the West Palm Beach airport. Older confirmation emails, saved maps or travel articles may still show PBI. For this December service, use the code on the live Avelo reservation.

A twice-weekly route changes the recovery plan

Sarasota-Bradenton, New Orleans, Nashville and West Palm Beach are planned only twice weekly. If a flight is canceled, the same nonstop may not operate again for several days. Denver and Atlanta offer four weekly departures, but they still do not provide a daily recovery option.

Before buying a fixed hotel, event ticket or separate onward flight, check what the next acceptable itinerary would be. Compare the cost of a refundable booking with the possible cost of reaching another North Texas airport. A low fare can still be a poor fit when the trip cannot absorb a multi-day schedule gap.

Avelo operates point-to-point service. Do not assume two separately booked flights form a protected connection, even if both are sold by Avelo. If the first flight is late, the second booking may not move automatically, and checked baggage may need to be collected and checked again.

The $69 fare has narrow dates and a deadline

The latest announcement advertises one-way fares from US$69, but the headline price is not available for every DTX trip. It applies to travel from January 7 through January 31, 2027, must be purchased by October 22, 2026, and is limited by flight and seat availability.

The earlier free-checked-bag launch offer has expired. Avelo's carry-on policy says each traveler gets one free personal item measuring up to 17 x 13 x 9 inches. An overhead-bin carry-on and a checked bag normally cost extra unless the booking or another valid benefit says otherwise. The October announcement also states that booking or changing a trip through the Customer Solutions Center costs US$25 per seated traveler.

Check in online and protect the airport cutoff

Avelo's online check-in guide says check-in opens 24 hours before departure and should be completed at least 40 minutes before the flight. Its boarding guide recommends arriving at least 90 minutes before departure. Boarding begins 45 minutes before departure, the ticket counter closes 40 minutes before departure, and passengers must be onboard 15 minutes before departure.

For an airport beginning commercial service, 90 minutes should be treated as the airline's minimum recommendation, not a guarantee that every opening-period journey will take the same time. Recheck the DTX airport page for current access, parking and security guidance in the week before travel. Save the boarding pass offline and keep the phone charged.

Mobile data for McKinney and the wider trip

International visitors can compare current OpenSim plans for the United States. The public catalog returned 37 United States packages when checked on October 17, with fixed and daily allowances and plan-specific top-up eligibility.

For an itinerary that also includes Canada or Mexico, compare the live country list on the North America OpenSim page. Wider coverage is useful only when it matches the rest of the trip. Network, speed, hotspot support, activation and top-up terms vary by package, and not every package is reloadable.

Install on reliable Wi-Fi before departure and follow the selected package's activation instructions. An OpenSim plan supplies ground mobile data. It does not provide inflight Wi-Fi, protect a separate ticket or extend an airline's schedule.

Ten questions about Avelo McKinney flights

Have any Avelo flights from McKinney started?

No. McKinney's first scheduled passenger service is expected to start on November 11, 2026. The remaining routes are planned to begin in November or December, so treat every DTX flight as future service until the airline and airport confirm operations.

When do the new Sarasota and West Palm Beach routes start?

Sarasota-Bradenton is scheduled to start on Wednesday, December 16, with Wednesday and Saturday flights. West Palm Beach is scheduled for Thursday, December 17, with Thursday and Sunday flights. Neither route will operate daily.

Why does the West Palm Beach booking show DJT instead of PBI?

The airport's IATA code changed from PBI to DJT in August 2026. DJT is the current code for the same West Palm Beach commercial airport. Follow the live reservation rather than an old map or saved airport code.

Is DTX the same airport as TKI?

Yes, but the codes serve different purposes. DTX is the commercial passenger code travelers should use for bookings. TKI remains the FAA identifier used for the airport's general aviation operations.

Is the McKinney passenger terminal open now?

No. The city still lists the commercial terminal as under construction and anticipates completion in November 2026. Its public opening is planned alongside Avelo's first DTX passenger flights on November 11.

Where should I park at DTX?

The city says the new terminal will have a 980-space public parking lot at 1910 FM 546. The reviewed airport pages did not yet publish final passenger parking rates or opening-day access instructions. Check the airport's current guidance before leaving home.

Is the US$69 fare available for every DTX flight?

No. The advertised fare applies to travel from January 7 through January 31, 2027, must be purchased by October 22, 2026, and is limited to selected flights and seats. Compare the final trip price after adding any bags and seats you need.

What bag is included without an extra charge?

Avelo currently includes one personal item up to 17 x 13 x 9 inches that fits under the seat. An overhead carry-on and checked baggage normally cost extra unless a fare, promotion or other valid benefit includes them.

How early should I arrive for an Avelo flight at DTX?

Avelo recommends arriving at least 90 minutes before a domestic departure. Complete check-in and bag drop before the 40-minute cutoff and be onboard at least 15 minutes before departure. Check DTX's opening-period advice as well.

Should I book a separate connection after a DTX flight?

Only with enough time and a plan for disruption. Separate tickets are not automatically a protected connection, and the DTX routes do not operate daily. Price a long buffer or overnight stay against the consequences of missing the next booking.

A final check before booking from McKinney

Confirm that the itinerary says DTX, not DFW or DAL. For West Palm Beach, expect DJT rather than the old PBI code. Then verify the route's start date, operating day, exact local time, baggage line and current DTX terminal guidance. On any twice-weekly route, decide whether the schedule can support the trip if plans change. For a separate connection, make the recovery plan before paying rather than after a disruption.

We will update this guide if a launch date, operating day, timetable, terminal opening, airport code, parking instruction, fare, baggage rule or route status changes.