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Rhode Island's T.F.Green grows as alternative airport for south Boston travelers

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Rhode Island's T.F.Green grows as alternative airport for south Boston travelers
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Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) has positioned itself as a viable alternative for travelers in the Boston area, particularly those from the south. Originally built in the early 1930s to serve Providence and Rhode Island, the airport has evolved beyond its regional roots.

For years, T. F. Green primarily connected Providence to major airline hubs through legacy carriers like American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. However, it lacked direct flights to popular destinations until budget airlines began offering point-to-point services.

Low-cost carriers such as Allegiant Air, Breeze Airways, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, and Sun Country Airlines now operate nonstop flights from T. F. Green. This expansion has opened up numerous destinations for leisure travelers who are often more flexible with their travel plans than business travelers.

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The airport's appeal extends beyond Rhode Island residents to those in the South Boston area who find Logan Airport less convenient due to traffic and inefficient public transportation options. "Logan Airport is far less convenient for travelers from the South Boston area," noted a spokesperson for Providence Airport.

T. F. Green benefits from its proximity to Interstate 95 and multiple public transportation links provided by both the Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority (RIPTA) and Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). "T.F. Green is surprisingly well-connected to the South Boston area," added another source familiar with local transport networks.

With an increasing number of low-cost airlines focusing on leisure travel markets from both Providence and parts of Boston's metropolitan region, passenger numbers have risen significantly at T.F. Green since Breeze Airways established an operating base there a few years ago.

In conclusion, while it may not be ideal for business travelers heading directly into downtown Boston due to distance constraints compared with Logan International Airport (BOS), T.F.Green offers a "hassle-free" experience that resonates well among budget-conscious leisure flyers seeking alternatives within reach of southern Massachusetts communities.

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