Allegiant Adds Service in Fort Wayne, South Bend

April 10, 2012

News Release

Fort Wayne, Ind. -- Officials at the Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority are pleased to announce that Allegiant has added non-stop flights from FWA to Southwest Florida. The service to Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), located just 30 minutes from popular Fort Myers, will operate two flights per week beginning June 28, 2012. Allegiant will launch the new service with special introductory fares for those who book by April 30 - tickets are available now.

“This is great news for FWA and the residents of our region,” said Scott Hinderman, Executive Director of Airports. “Allegiant has been a great partner in providing service to Florida’s most popular vacation destinations from FWA and we anticipate this new route to be well received by the Fort Wayne community.”

Punta Gorda, Florida is situated on the shores of Charlotte Harbor, approximately 100 miles south of Tampa and a convenient 24 miles north of Fort Myers. In addition to the city’s beautiful historic district, Punta Gorda offers many natural attractions, waterside shopping, fishing, and fine dining.

“We're excited to offer another affordable, convenient destination option for Fort Wayne residents,” said Andrew C. Levy, Allegiant Travel Company President. “We are confident the community will appreciate the value of flying nonstop to Southwest Florida and the great deals we offer on vacation packages.”

Allegiant also offers non-stop flights from FWA to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Orlando and Tampa Bay, Florida. To book a vacation, visit the Allegiant website at www.Allegiant.com or call 702-505-8888.

About Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority

The Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority (FWACAA) was created in 1985 and is responsible for managing the Fort Wayne International Airport and Smith Field. Since FWACAA’s inception, Fort Wayne International Airport has undergone an aggressive improvement plan which included expansion of the terminal and parking areas, upgrades to the runways, and the creation of an Air Trade Center and Foreign Trade Zone to promote economic development in Northeast Indiana. As a result of FWACAA’s commitment to customer service, Fort Wayne International Airport was recognized by USA Today as one of the friendliest airports in the nation. The Authority is governed by a six–member board appointed by both the Mayor of Fort Wayne and the Allen County Commissioners. For more information about the Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority, visit www.FWAirport.com.

Source: Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority

April 10, 2012

News Release

SOUTH BEND, IN —Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announces new, nonstop jet service between South Bend, IN and the Southwest Florida coast, via Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), will begin June 27, 2012. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service with fares as low as $94.99* one way.

“We have grown a lot in South Bend since we introduced service to Las Vegas in 2005 and have been very pleased with how popular our vacation offerings have been with area residents,” said Andrew C. Levy, Allegiant Travel Company President. “We're excited to offer yet another affordable and convenient way for South Bend residents to get away to Florida, and we are confident the community will appreciate the value of flying nonstop to Southwest Florida and the great deals we offer on vacation packages.”

"We are delighted that Allegiant has added service to Punta Gorda, a popular destination for area sun seekers," said Mike Daigle, Executive Director of the St. Joseph County Airport Authority. "With nonstop flights to three Florida cities, getting to sun-filled destinations from Michiana is now easier than ever.”

The new flights will operate twice weekly between South Bend Airport (SBN) and Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) beginning June 27, 2012. Punta Gorda will be the fifth nonstop destination served by Allegiant out of South Bend Airport, the third Florida destination. Allegiant also has nonstop service to Las Vegas, Orlando, Phoenix-Mesa and St. Petersburg / Clearwater, Fla.

South Bend 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. For flight schedules and reservations please visit allegiant.com.

Catering perfectly to a personal, romantic or family getaway, the Southwest Florida Coast destination features exquisite beach-front dining, exotic wildlife and a wide variety of recreation in the warm, pristine waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Punta Gorda Airport is centrally located midway between the white-sand beaches of Fort Myers shore and Sarasota’s tropical island communities. Allegiant partners with many of the 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 dinner and ocean exploration cruises. South Bend travelers can book their entire South West Florida vacation for less by visiting allegiant.com.

Reservations can be made on the airline’s website at allegiant.com or by calling the company’s travel experts at 702-505-8888.

Allegiant, travel is our deal.

Las Vegas-based Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) is focused on linking travelers in small cities to world-class leisure destinations. Through its subsidiary, Allegiant Air, the company operates a low-cost, high-efficiency, all-jet passenger airline, and offers other travel-related products such as hotel rooms, rental cars, and attraction tickets through its website, allegiant.com. The company was ranked ninth in the 2011 Forbes’ Best Small Companies. Allegiant was also recently named one of FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Fastest-Growing Companies” for the second consecutive year.

Source: Allegiant Travel Company