Spirit Airlines announced new, nonstop service to Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO) in Tulum, Mexico, making it the first U.S.-based ULCC to announce service at the brand-new airport. Daily flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Orlando (MCO) will launch on March 28, 2024, in conjunction with the start of TQO's international service.
"Tulum is an increasingly popular choice for leisure travelers, and our direct flights from Florida will make a getaway to Mexico's enchanting coastline more accessible than ever, just in time for spring break," said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. "We have a long history of serving Mexico, and Tulum's new airport is a great addition that will make it easier for our Guests to get to the city and enjoy its beaches, history, and variety of unique experiences."
In celebration of the new Tulum service, Spirit is offering introductory one-way fares from FLL and MCO to TQO starting at $149*, inclusive of taxes and fees. Guests can redeem the introductory fare for travel from April 10 – May 21, 2024.
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Spirit Airlines Routes from TQO |
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Fort Lauderdale (FLL)** |
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March 28, 2024 |
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Orlando (MCO)** |
Daily |
March 28, 2024 |
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**Subject to government approval |
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The addition of nonstop flights to Tulum grows the carrier's international service at FLL to 26 destinations and MCO to 11 destinations. Florida serves as a gateway to the carrier's flights to Latin America and the Caribbean, and the new TQO service adds a one-stop option to Guests traveling from 53 cities across the U.S.
Recognition
Aviation Week Network's Air Transport World (ATW) named Spirit Airlines the Value Airline of the Year as part of the ATW 2023 Airline Industry Achievement Awards. The carrier was also rated a Four Star Low-Cost Carrier (LCC) in the 2024 APEX/IFSA Awards, which is based solely on passenger feedback. Additionally, Spirit was also recognized for safety with the FAA's "Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award of Excellence" for the fifth consecutive year.
* FLL/MCO - TQO: one-way fares from $149 all-in, 21-day advanced purchase required, travel from 04/10/2024 – 05/21/2024, no blackout dates, no day of week restrictions, subject to availability.
