# Spirit Airlines

29 signals tagged Spirit Airlines (airline).

## JetBlue Proposes Moving to LaGuardia's Historic Marine Air Terminal to Cut Costs

Jul 28 · 1 source · JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, LaGuardia Airport, airline, industry news

JetBlue is exploring a move from its modern Terminal B to the 1940s-era Marine Air Terminal at LaGuardia Airport to leverage lower costs from newly acquired Spirit Airlines slots, pending Port Authority approval

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/jetblue-proposes-moving-to-laguardia-s-historic-marine-air-terminal-to-cut-costs)

## JetBlue Wins Spirit's LaGuardia Slots, Eyes Historic Marine Air Terminal

Jul 21 · 1 source · JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, TrueBlue, American Express, Chase, LaGuardia Airport, route network, airline, loyalty program, credit card

JetBlue has won Spirit Airlines' former takeoff and landing slots at LaGuardia Airport, allowing for up to 12 additional daily roundtrips. The airline is also interested in moving operations to the historic Marine Air Terminal for cost savings

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/jetblue-wins-spirit-s-laguardia-slots-eyes-historic-marine-air-terminal)

## Frontier Adds 4 New Routes, Including DEN-FLL and DTW-LAX, to Fill Spirit Void

Jul 14 · 1 source · Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, route network, airline, new route

Frontier Airlines announced four new routes launching in November and December 2026, targeting cities where Spirit Airlines previously had a strong presence

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/frontier-adds-4-new-routes-including-den-fll-and-dtw-lax-to-fill-spirit-void)

## Airfare Rises 30% in Five Months as Iran Conflict Drives Jet Fuel Costs

Jun 10 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Iran, United States, airline, devaluation, industry news

BLS data shows airfare up 26.7% year-over-year and 30% in the last five months, driven by jet fuel costs from the Iran conflict and carrier pricing strategies

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/airfare-rises-30-in-five-months-as-iran-conflict-drives-jet-fuel-costs)

## Frontier Returns to Oakland, Adds Two New Routes to Las Vegas

Jun 9 · 1 source · Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Bay Area, Boise, Las Vegas, Oakland, United States, route network, airline, new route

Frontier Airlines is launching nonstop service from Oakland (OAK) to Las Vegas on August 20 and from Boise (BOI) to Las Vegas on September 10, filling routes vacated by Spirit Airlines

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/frontier-returns-to-oakland-adds-two-new-routes-to-las-vegas)

## Spirit Airlines to Auction LaGuardia Landing Rights Amid Port Authority Objection

Jun 9 · 1 source · American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, JetBlue Airways, Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, LaGuardia Airport, New York City, airline

Spirit Airlines plans to auction 22 LaGuardia slots on July 9 for at least $87 million, but the Port Authority objects to the sale's regulatory framework. A bankruptcy court hearing is set for June 10

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-to-auction-laguardia-landing-rights-amid-port-authority-objectio)

## Spirit Airlines to Auction 22 New York LaGuardia Flight Slots on July 9

May 28 · 1 source · American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, JetBlue Airways, Porter Airlines, Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines

Spirit Airlines is auctioning its 22 slots at New York LaGuardia Airport on July 9 following its bankruptcy shutdown. The winner could add roughly 12 daily flights, with American, Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest seen as top bidders

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-to-auction-22-new-york-laguardia-flight-slots-on-july-9)

## Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Free Status Match With Fast Track 2026

May 25 · 1 source · Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, JetBlue Airlines, Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, A-List

Southwest Airlines is offering a free status match for elite members of major US carriers, with fast-track requirements to extend status for 12 months. Registration is open through December 30, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/southwest-airlines-rapid-rewards-free-status-match-with-fast-track-through-decem)

## American Airlines Relaunches Status Match for Spirit Free Spirit Elite Members

May 20 · 1 source · American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, AAdvantage, Free Spirit, promotion, airline

American Airlines has relaunched its AAdvantage status match offer for Spirit Free Spirit elite members, granting temporary Gold status with a path to higher tiers via Loyalty Points

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-airlines-relaunches-status-match-for-spirit-free-spirit-elite-members)

## Spirit Airlines Collapse: Rival Budget Carriers Rush to Fill the Void

May 20 · 1 source · Allegiant Air, Breeze Airways, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, Atlantic City, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, airline, merger & acquisition, route network

Following Spirit Airlines' collapse in May 2026, JetBlue, Allegiant, and Breeze are rapidly expanding routes to capture market share, particularly at Spirit's former hubs like Fort Lauderdale

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-collapse-rival-budget-carriers-rush-to-fill-the-void)

## Allegiant unveils 8-route, 12-city expansion, goes big in Fort Lauderdale

May 19 · 1 source · Allegiant Air, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Florida, Midwest, New England, route network, airline, merger & acquisition

Allegiant Air announced 8 new routes launching from Florida in October and November 2026, including service from Fort Lauderdale to Boston, Omaha, Pittsburgh, and Kansas City

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/allegiant-unveils-8-route-12-city-expansion-goes-big-in-fort-lauderdale)

## Airfares Surge 27% as Fuel Costs Soar and Spirit Airlines Collapses

May 13 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Amsterdam, Dublin, Europe, London, Milan, Paris, Rome, U.S.

Summer domestic airfares are up 27% and award prices up nearly 25% year-over-year due to soaring fuel costs and Spirit Airlines' collapse. International fares to Europe have spiked even higher

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/airfares-surge-27-as-fuel-costs-soar-and-spirit-airlines-collapses)

## Airlines Add New Flights to Former Spirit Markets Following Collapse

May 12 · 1 source · American Airlines, Avianca, Breeze Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, JetBlue Airways, Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines

Major US carriers including American, Delta, United, and JetBlue have added new flights and increased frequencies on routes formerly served by Spirit Airlines since its May 2 shutdown

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/airlines-add-new-flights-to-former-spirit-markets-following-collapse)

## U.S. Airfares Up 21.6% in Four Months Amid Fuel Costs and Carrier Pricing

May 12 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, United States, airline, devaluation, industry news

BLS data shows U.S. airfares rose 21.6% in the first four months of 2026, with average fares hitting $308.53. Legacy carriers are maintaining higher prices despite potential fuel normalization

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/u-s-airfares-up-21-6-in-four-months-amid-fuel-costs-and-carrier-pricing)

## Southwest Airlines adds 4 new Las Vegas routes starting March 2027

May 7 · 1 source · Breeze Airways, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Boston, Knoxville, Las Vegas, Miami

Southwest Airlines is launching four new routes from Las Vegas (LAS) to Boston, Knoxville, Miami, and Philadelphia in March 2027, while increasing service on dozens of other LAS and Orlando routes

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/southwest-airlines-adds-4-new-las-vegas-routes-starting-march-2027)

## Breeze Airways unveils 11 new routes, including Atlantic City service

May 5 · 1 source · Breeze Airways, Spirit Airlines, Atlantic City, Caribbean, Florida, Mexico, route network, airline, new route

Breeze Airways announced 11 new routes launching between July 2026 and Jan 2027, including 4 from Atlantic City replacing Spirit and 7 to Florida, Mexico, and the Caribbean

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/breeze-airways-unveils-11-new-routes-including-atlantic-city-service)

## Spirit Airlines Refunds Cash Passengers; Points and Vouchers in Jeopardy

May 4 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, Free Spirit, airline, loyalty program, route network, safety & operations, industry news

Spirit has refunded most cash-ticket holders but points and voucher holders face an uphill climb for reimbursement via bankruptcy court. Competitors are adding routes to fill the gap

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-refunds-cash-passengers-points-and-vouchers-in-jeopardy)

## How to Update Your Amex Airline Selection After Spirit's Shutdown

May 4 · 1 source · Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Amex 35% Airline Bonus, Amex Airline Fee Credit, American Express Corporate Gold Card, American Express Platinum Card, The Business Platinum Card from American Express

Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders who selected Spirit Airlines for their airline fee credit or 35% bonus must update their selection to an eligible carrier like AA, UA, or DL

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/how-to-update-your-amex-airline-selection-after-spirit-s-shutdown)

## JetBlue Status Match for Spirit Silver and Gold Members Plus Expanded FLL Service

May 4 · 1 source · JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, Free Spirit, Mosaic, TrueBlue, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Fort Lauderdale, Puerto Rico, promotion

JetBlue is offering a status match to TrueBlue Mosaic for eligible Spirit Free Spirit Silver and Gold members. Simultaneously, JetBlue is expanding its Fort Lauderdale hub with 6 new destinations and increased frequencies following Spirit's shutdown

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/jetblue-status-match-for-spirit-silver-and-gold-members-plus-expanded-fll-servic)

## JetBlue adds 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale to replace Spirit Airlines

May 2 · 1 source · American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Colombia, Fort Lauderdale, Puerto Rico, US Domestic, United States

JetBlue is launching 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to replace service lost by Spirit Airlines' collapse, including new markets like Baltimore, Charlotte, and Barranquilla

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/jetblue-moves-quickly-to-fill-spirit-s-gap-adds-11-routes-from-fort-lauderdale)

## Airlines Announce Rescue Fares Following Spirit Airlines Cease of Operations

May 2 · 1 source · American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United, United Airlines, Latin America, United States

Following Spirit Airlines' immediate cessation of operations, American, Delta, United, Southwest, and Frontier have announced rescue fare programs for stranded passengers. Delta and Frontier have capped discounted fares valid for five days, while American and Southwest have also implemented support measures

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-airlines-delta-frontier-jetblue-southwest-united-offer-rescue-fares-for)

## Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Operations, Cancels All Flights

May 2 · 3 sources · American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United, U.S., United States, airline, award redemption

Spirit Airlines has officially ceased operations and canceled all flights following a failed government deal. The DOT has coordinated with major airlines to offer rescue fares and support for ticketholders and employees

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-ceases-operations-flights-cancelled)

## Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Operations Immediately

May 2 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, airline, safety & operations, deal alert, industry news

Spirit Airlines has ceased all service immediately after running out of cash, marking the end of the budget carrier. The shutdown leaves thousands of travelers stranded and employees jobless

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-s-bright-yellow-planes-are-grounded-for-good-a-sad-ending-for-the-storied)

## US Budget Airlines Seek $2.5 Billion Government Aid Package

Apr 27 · 1 source · Avelo Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, airline, safety & operations, industry news

CEOs of Spirit, Frontier, and Avelo met with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to propose a $2.5 billion aid package to cover jet fuel costs, potentially involving government equity stakes

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/us-budget-airlines-seek-2-5-billion-government-aid-package)

## Trump Proposes Buying Spirit Airlines via Defense Production Act

Apr 24 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, US, airline, safety & operations, industry news

The Trump administration plans to use the Defense Production Act to lend Spirit Airlines $500 million, ultimately securing a 90% government stake in the carrier

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/trump-admin-plans-to-buy-spirit-airlines-via-defense-production-act)

## United Airlines Positioned for Potential JetBlue Acquisition Amid Industry Consolidation

Apr 24 · 1 source · JetBlue, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, airline, merger & acquisition, safety & operations, industry news

Analysis suggests the current political and financial climate offers an ideal window for United Airlines to acquire JetBlue, citing regulatory approval odds and JetBlue's financial pressures

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/analysis-why-now-is-the-ideal-time-for-united-to-acquire-jetblue)

## Spirit Airlines Asks Trump Administration for Emergency Bailout in Exchange for Equity

Apr 23 · 3 sources · JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, Federal Government, Trump Administration, airline, credit card, merger & acquisition, safety & operations, industry news

Spirit Airlines has requested hundreds of millions in emergency funding from the Trump administration to offset jet fuel costs, offering government equity in exchange to avoid liquidation while in Chapter 11 bankruptcy

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-days-from-liquidation-as-trump-considers-500m-bailout)

## Report: Spirit Airlines On Verge Of Liquidation, Could Happen Within Days

Apr 16 · 1 source · JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, US, airline, safety & operations, industry news

Bloomberg reports Spirit Airlines could liquidate as early as this week, contradicting recent plans to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy by early summer

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/report-spirit-airlines-on-verge-of-liquidation-could-happen-within-days)

## Spirit Airlines Files Reorganization Plan, Expects to Emerge from Chapter 11 by Early Summer 2026

Mar 14 · 1 source · JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, United States, airline, merger & acquisition, safety & operations, industry news

Spirit Airlines has filed its Restructuring Support Agreement and Plan of Reorganization with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, targeting an emergence from Chapter 11 by early summer 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-files-reorganization-plan-expects-to-emerge-from-chapter-11-by-e)

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