Allegiant Announces Nonstop, Low-Cost Travel between Concord and Orlando with Introductory Roundtrip

Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) announces today new, nonstop jet service between Concord and Orlando via Orlando-Sanford International Airport, beginning Dec. 20, 2013. Today's announcement will mark the 99th U.S. city served by Allegiant's low-cost, nonstop service to popular vacation destinations, more than any other low-cost carrier in the U.S. To celebrate, the company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service with roundtrip fares as low as $99*.

"We are pleased to extend our affordable and convenient travel option to the residents of Concord," said Andrew C. Levy, Allegiant Travel Company President. "We are confident the community will appreciate the convenience of flying nonstop to Orlando and the value of bundling their air, hotel and car rental reservation together through us."

The new flights will operate twice weekly between Concord Regional Airport (JQF) and Orlando-Sanford International Airport (SFB) year-round beginning Friday, Dec. 20, 2013. Concord travelers can take advantage of everyday low fares and save even more when they book air, hotel, car and even activity and attraction reservations together. Flight days and times can be found at allegiant.com.

"We are excited to partner with Allegiant Air to implement the Mayor and City Council's vision of Concord Regional Airport. This takes the facility to the next level and provides a fantastic opportunity for air service to the community," said Rick Cloutier, Aviation Director for Concord Regional Airport.

Allegiant differs in many ways from other U.S. airlines. The Company's sole focus is on low-cost, nonstop leisure travel, providing customers with low base fares and great value. Allegiant's innovative business model has allowed it to grow from one plane and one route just over a decade ago, to offering access to low-cost, nonstop travel to 14 vacation destinations in 99 communities nationwide. Allegiant also offers discounts on vacation packages, including hotels, rental cars and attraction tickets, through its website, allegiant.com.

Tickets coming soon. Once available, the special $99 roundtrip promotional fare will be good for one week. Reservations will be available for booking in the next couple of weeks on the company's website at allegiant.com. To be alerted when airfare goes on sale, subscribe to Allegiant's email database at allegiant.com.

Located in the heart of Central Florida, Orlando is home to the world's most exciting theme parks and has plenty of shopping, dining, outdoor activities and entertainment. Allegiant partners with more than 60 of the Orlando area's most exciting hotel properties, provides low-cost car rental service through its partnership with Alamo Rent a Car and offers great deals on activities such as theme park tickets, dinner shows, and day tours. Concord travelers can book their entire Orlando vacation for less by visiting allegiant.com.