What happened
- Delta: Offering reduced, nonrefundable rescue fares in affected markets for the next five days. Availability extends to all domestic markets where Spirit operates, including one-stop connections via Delta hubs, as well as U.S.-Latin America routes. Fares are available even on near-full flights.
- Frontier: Announced systemwide rescue fare discounts and a $199 GoWild All-You-Can-Fly Summer Pass. Frontier serves over 100 routes previously flown by Spirit and is expanding capacity in former Spirit markets.
- Southwest & United: Both airlines have capped rescue fares for Spirit passengers. Specific route details were not fully elaborated in the initial report but confirm active support.
- JetBlue: Initially had not issued statements but later released rescue fares for Spirit passengers. These programs are time-sensitive and designed to help travelers with near-term needs rebook last-minute travel
Spirit Airlines ceased operations early Saturday morning (May 2, 2026), prompting major U.S. carriers to announce rescue fare programs for affected passengers. - American Airlines: Implemented rescue fares on Spirit routes where AA offers nonstop service. AA serves 70 of Spirit's 72 airports and 67 of its specific routes. Pricing details were not initially disclosed. Customers are encouraged to book via aa.com or the AA app.