Spirit announces new service in Albuquerque (ABQ), Boise (BOI) and Reno (RNO) as its Las Vegas route map grows to 40+ nonstop
destinations
MIRAMAR, Fla., March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spirit
today announced an expansion out west with new service to
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), Boise Airport (BOI), and
Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). All three new markets will
kick off service with daily nonstop flights to Harry Reid
International Airport in Las Vegas
(LAS) in August 2022.
"Announcing three new markets is an exciting milestone for
Spirit Airlines and our Guests as we deliver more high-value
options for travel between the bright lights of Vegas and the huge
variety of beautiful places to visit in New Mexico, Idaho and Northern
Nevada," said John Kirby,
Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. "We can't
wait to welcome these new communities into our network and continue
to provide More Go for our Guests as we celebrate our 20th year
serving LAS."
Adding the new service increases the carrier's presence in
Las Vegas to 41 nonstop
destinations and up to 75 peak-day departures. This total
represents an almost 30% year-over-year increase from Spirit's
service to LAS. Guests traveling from ABQ, BOI & RNO also gain
connection opportunities through LAS to more than a dozen
destinations. In addition to these three new markets, Spirit also
recently announced upcoming nonstop service from LAS to
Memphis and Salt Lake City.
"Spirit Airlines, LAS's second-busiest carrier in 2021,
continues to invest in the Las
Vegas market and provide opportunities for travelers to
experience this world-class destination," said Chris Jones, Harry Reid International Airport
Chief Marketing Officer. "We look forward to soon welcoming even
more visitors from Reno,
Boise and Albuquerque. These are three great markets
within our region, each of which should show two-way demand among
vacationers, sports fans, students and business travelers."
New & Previously
Announced Routes Coming Soon to LAS:
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Destination:
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Flights
Available:
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Launch
Date:
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Memphis
(MEM)
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Daily
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April 20,
2022
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Salt Lake City
(SLC)
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Twice Daily
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May 26, 2022
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Albuquerque
(ABQ)NEW
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Daily
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August 3,
2022
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Boise
(BOI) NEW
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Daily
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August 5,
2022
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Reno
(RNO) NEW
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Twice Daily
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August 10,
2022
|
"Spirit's entry into the Albuquerque market is a direct result of
passengers utilizing direct, non-stop flight options," said
Richard McCurley, Director of
Aviation for the City of
Albuquerque. "We're excited for the opportunities ahead and
look forward to a strong partnership, bringing more connections for
the residents of New Mexico."
"We are very excited to welcome Spirit Airlines to Boise this summer," said Boise Airport
Director Rebecca Hupp. "Adding daily
service on a low-cost carrier will allow more BOI passengers access
to the endless allures and attractions of Las Vegas."
"We are excited to join the Spirit family," said Shaun Carey, Chairman of the Reno-Tahoe Airport
Authority. "The additional flights on Spirit Airlines from RNO to
LAS will provide more options for our region, which is great news
for northern Nevada. Reno-Tahoe
continues to attract more air service, with people wanting to
explore what our region has to offer, as well as fly out of RNO to
conveniently get to the destination of their choice."
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Spirit's Elevated Guest Experience
The entrance into Albuquerque,
Boise, and Reno as part of its Las Vegas expansion demonstrates Spirit's
continued commitment to invest in the Guest, which entails a number
of initiatives aimed at delivering the best value in the sky:
- Spirit's Fit Fleet® is one of the most fuel-efficient fleets in
the industry, with 24 brand new planes planned for delivery in
2022
- An all-new cabin interior with ergonomically-designed
seats and more usable legroom, featuring the best deal in the sky
with our unique Big Front Seat®
- Fast onboard Wi-Fi that allows Guests to watch
content from streaming services
- The Free Spirit® loyalty program is the fastest way
to earn rewards and status*
Recognition
Spirit continues to garner awards and
recognition. The carrier won "Best Airport Innovation" in the
2021 APEX/IFSA Awards for its groundbreaking self-bag drop
system with biometric photo matching, which speeds up the
check-in process and reduces face-to-face contact. Additionally,
Spirit was named WalletHub's Most Affordable Airline. Spirit also
received the FAA's "Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award
of Excellence" for the fourth consecutive year.
Guest Safety
Spirit's
commitment to Safe Travels includes enhanced cleaning, advanced air
filtration and a health acknowledgement at check-in. Airlines and
airports remain subject to federal law requiring Guests to wear an
appropriate face covering at airports and on flights. Please visit
Spirit's COVID-19 Information Center for more information
on safety enhancements.
* Based on points earned on published fares
(excluding sale fares) and optional services using the Free Spirit
Credit Card (the "Card"), and includes status qualifying points
earned by spending on Spirit and everyday purchases using the
Card.
About Spirit Airlines:
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SAVE) is committed to delivering the best value in the sky. We are
the leader in providing customizable travel options starting with
an unbundled fare. This allows our Guests to pay only for the
options they choose — like bags, seat assignments and refreshments
— something we call Á La Smarte®. We make it possible for our
Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before. Our
Fit Fleet® is one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient in the
U.S. We serve destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, and are dedicated to giving back
and improving those communities. Come save with us
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