SAN DIEGO – May 27, 2021 – Today, Allegiant Air began seasonal nonstop service from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Mesa Ariz. via Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZ). The airline will begin seasonal nonstop service to Kalispell, Mont. via Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) and Pasco, Wash. via Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) tomorrow, May 28. Flights to all three destinations will be offered until August 16. Beginning June 3, Allegiant Air will offer nonstop service to Bozeman, Mont. via Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) through August 15. Beginning July 1, Allegiant Air will offer nonstop service to Des Moines, Iowa via Des Moines International Airport (DSM) through August 15.
“We appreciate Allegiant adding seasonal service just in time for the summer travel season,” said Kimberly Becker, President and CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. “These new destinations are gateways to recreational areas like Tonto National Forest, Glacier National Park, the Columbia Valley wine country, and Yellowstone National Park. While many San Diegans may want to explore these hidden gems, we welcome those coming to San Diego to take advantage of our sun, beaches, attractions, and dining offerings. ”
The new routes join other seasonal nonstop flights already offered by Allegiant Air to Billings, Mont., El Paso, Texas, Eugene, Ore., Idaho Falls, Ida., Las Vegas, Nevada, and Medford, Ore. To view the latest schedules, fares, and flight times, please visit allegiantair.com.
SAN has achieved Airports Council International’s (ACI) Airport Health Accreditation for its “Let’s Go Safely” program which prioritizes the health and safety of passengers, employees, and the community through several modifications and improvements at the airport. Health and safety modifications that have been implemented throughout the terminals, Rental Car Center, Parking Plaza, and Airport Authority administration building include increased cleaning of high touch points, electrostatic spraying, signage on preventive health measures, floor decals, and seat separation signage to queue six-foot social distance, hand sanitizer stations, Plexiglas sneeze guards in certain public spaces, and face masks are required on all airport property. To learn more about what SAN is doing to ensure the health and safety of its customers, please visit san.org/gosafely.
ABOUT SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest single-runway commercial service airport in the U.S. and the third busiest airport in California. In 2019, SAN welcomed 25 million passengers and offered nonstop flights to destinations worldwide. The airport is an economic driver for the region, contributing nearly $12 billion in economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 116,600 jobs. With anticipated passenger growth in the future, the Airport Development Program (ADP) is cautiously moving forward with plans to replace Terminal 1 with a larger, more modern facility and other improvements that enhance the airport experience. The airport is managed and operated by the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. For more information, please visit san.org.
