Spirit Airlines has today announced the launch of new nonstop service to and from Albuquerque, including daily service to Las Vegas and over a dozen other connections across the U.S. To celebrate, the carrier is offering a Las Vegas trip package giveaway.
On Wednesday (August 3, 2022), Spirit Airlines launched new service to and from Albuquerque (ABQ), New Mexico. The new routes include daily nonstop flights to Las Vegas (LAS) and more that a dozen additional connections across the U.S. Celebrating the new service at Albuquerque’s Sunport, Spirit hosted a ‘Spiritaneous’ giveaway, where one lucky traveler won a spontaneous trip, including tickets on the carrier’s inaugural flight to Las Vegas, a $400 gift card to the Miracle Mile Shops, and a three-night stay at the Luxor Hotel and Casino. Additionally, Spirit is hosting a Las Vegas Flyaway for Albuquerque Guests, where another lucky winner will receive a pair of roundtrip tickets to Las Vegas (including bags, seat selection and Shortcut Boarding, as well as a three night stay at Treasure Island and a pair of tickets to Mystère by Cirque du Soleil. Participants can enter now through August 31, 2022 by clicking here.
In Wednesday’s announcment, Spirit Airlines’ Vice President of Network Planning, John Kirby, said,
“Albuquerque makes for a great debut into New Mexico, offering our Guests affordable and easy access to the vibrant culture and unique recreational activities found in the Duke City. Additionally, we're excited to welcome Albuquerque travelers onboard with daily non-stop service to the Entertainment Capital of the World, which also serves as a gateway to many other popular destinations in the Spirit Airlines Network.”
Also commenting on the new service between Albuquerque and Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority’s Vice President of Marketing, H. Fletch Brunelle, added,
“We're thrilled with that our partners at Spirit Airlines are continuing to expand nonstop service to Las Vegas with three new routes. The addition of these new flights is extremely exciting as we welcome visitors to explore all that's new in the sports and entertainment capital of the world. From stunning new resorts and meeting spaces to spectacular new entertainment offerings and the most anticipated international sports special events, Las Vegas continues to flourish.”
Spirit Adds New Daily Nonstop Service Between Albuquerque and Las Vegas - Courtesy Spirit Airlines
Las Vegas (LAS) is one of Spirit’s largest airport operations with around 70 daily flights. The new service to Albuquerque also provides seamless one-stop connections via Sunport to over a dozen cities across Spirit’s extensive route network. This year, as measured by departing seats, Spirit is the second largest carrier at Las Vegas.
Miramar, Florida-based low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is committed to offering the best value in the sky with service to destinations in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. The airline allows customers to select and pay for only the products and services they want, something they call “À La Smarte.” Spirit also operates one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the U.S. The carrier proudly calls their youthful fleet of aircraft their “Fit Fleet®.” Spirit Airlines will add 24 new fuel-efficient Airbus A320neos to their fleet in 2022, expanding their fleet to 197 aircraft, as well as 33 new aircraft in 2023.
Source: Spirit Airlines / PRNewswire