Thursday, March 6, 2025
Spirit Airlines is bringing its signature bright yellow planes to the Scenic City with new service at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) starting June 4, 2025. The airline will introduce the only nonstop flights connecting Chattanooga to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), and Orlando International Airport (MCO), offering travelers affordable and convenient options.
“We’re excited to expand our Tennessee network and welcome our CHA Guests onboard as we launch three new nonstop routes, just in time for a fun summer vacation,” said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. “Chattanooga is known as the Scenic City for good reason, and travelers from major East Coast cities can discover a new destination with southern charm, breathtaking views and endless outdoor activities.”
“We are delighted to partner with Spirit Airlines to bring these highly sought after destinations to our community,” said April Cameron, President and CEO at Chattanooga Airport. “Spirit will deliver high-value travel options to our passengers with dozens of connections from these new nonstop routes. We are thankful for the investment of Spirit and can’t wait to welcome visitors from these locations here to the Scenic City!”
Spirit Airlines Expands in Tennessee
Chattanooga is set to become the third Tennessee market on Spirit Airlines’ route map, following the airline’s launch in Nashville (BNA) in 2019 and Memphis (MEM) in 2022.
Introductory Fare
Travelers flying between Chattanooga (CHA) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Newark (EWR), and Orlando (MCO) can take advantage of a special introductory fare starting at $50* one-way. This offer applies to travel from June 4 through August 12, 2025, and must be booked at least 14 days in advance. The limited-time fare is available for purchase through March 20, 2025.
Enhanced Travel Experience
Spirit’s recent transformation brings a more comfortable and customizable travel experience, offering four distinct options for passengers:
- Go Big – Enjoy a Big Front Seat®, a carry-on and first checked bag, no change or cancel fees, priority check-in and boarding, complimentary snacks and drinks (including alcoholic beverages), and high-speed Wi-Fi.
- Go Comfy – Select an aisle or window seat with no middle passenger, a carry-on bag, no change or cancel fees, priority boarding, a small snack, and a non-alcoholic beverage.
- Go Savvy – Get a standard seat selection, carry-on bag, and no change or cancel fees.
- Go – Keep it simple with no extras. Standard seat selection, checked bags, and other options are available for purchase separately.
Industry Recognition
Spirit Airlines continues to earn industry recognition for its modern fleet and service excellence. The airline’s all-Airbus Fit Fleet® was recently named one of the world’s youngest for 2025 by ch-aviation. Additionally, Spirit was recognized as a 2025 Four Star Low-Cost Carrier by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and received the FAA’s Diamond Award of Excellence for the seventh consecutive year.
