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Allegiant to add Twin Cities flights after Sun Country merger

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The airline says it will keep cutting some near-term service while planning to grow flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul after its Sun Country merger strategy takes shape.

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Allegiant Air is signaling a longer-term push in the Twin Cities even as it prepares for some near-term route cuts, according to a report from MinneapoliMedia. The airline’s leadership told Minneapolis-Saint Paul business and civic leaders that the carrier still sees room to expand service at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport after its Sun Country merger plans move forward.

For Las Vegas travelers, the takeaway is straightforward: Allegiant’s network strategy remains in motion, and the airline is still positioning itself for growth even as it trims some flying in the short run. The report did not spell out specific route changes for Southern Nevada, but it underscores how the airline’s decisions in one market can ripple through leisure travel options out of Las Vegas.

Allegiant has long been a familiar name for Las Vegas residents who rely on budget-friendly point-to-point flying. Any shift in how the company balances growth, consolidation and route cuts will matter to travelers watching fares and schedule options closely.

Details & Information: The report was published by MinneapoliMedia on October 2, 2026. No additional local route details were provided in the source.

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