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Spirit Airlines to Launch New Service Between Birmingham and Fort Lauderdale

Starting October 10, 2024, Spirit Airlines will launch new daily nonstop service between Birmingham, Alabama and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 


Spirit Airlines Airbus A320 Family Aircraft at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - Courtesy Spirit Airlines

On Tuesday (June 18, 2024), Spirit Airlines announced the launch of new direct service between Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport (BHM) in Alabama and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Florida.  The route will operate daily starting October 10, 2024, marking the first time Spirit will serve the state of Alabama.  Inbound customers to FLL will also enjoy seamless one-stop connectivity to Latin America and the Caribbean.  Celebrating the new route, Spirit is offering limited-time introductory one-way fares from $69 (T&Cs apply).


In Tuesday’s announcement, Spirit Airlines’ VP – Network Planning, John Kirby, said,


“We can’t wait to welcome aboard Birmingham travelers looking for both an affordable and convenient way to enjoy Fort Lauderdale's beautiful beaches.  Our new daily service will make flying to Fort Lauderdale more accessible and will provide an attractive alternative to driving.  It will also make it easier for our Florida Guests to enjoy Birmingham's southern hospitality.”


Also commenting on the new Fort Lauderdale route, Birmingham Airport Authority’s Board Chair, Darlene Wilson, added,


“This is a great day for our community.  Spirit Airlines is showing a tremendous amount of confidence in this market, and we are thrilled to have this new option available to travelers.” 


Spirit Airlines to Launch New Daily Nonstop Service between Birmingham and Fort Lauderdale Starting October 10, 2024 - Courtesy Spirit Airlines

Dania Beach, Florida-based low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is committed to offering the best value in the sky with service to nearly 100 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 operates a fleet of 205 Airbus A320 Family and A320neo Family aircraft.

 


Source: Spirit Airlines

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