Pittsburgh Gains New Service on Allegiant to Charleston, Sarasota-Bradenton
PITTSBURGH. Jan. 9, 2018 — Allegiant has announced two new nonstop routes from Pittsburgh: Charleston, South Carolina and Sarasota / Bradenton, Florida.
“We’re excited to announce the only ultra-low-cost, nonstop service from Pittsburgh to our two newest cities: Charleston and Sarasota,” said Lukas Johnson, Allegiant senior vice president of commercial. “We’re very excited to add more great destinations for travelers in this community with more ways to conveniently and affordably get away your way.”
The new seasonal route from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT):
- Charleston, South Carolina via Charleston International Airport (CHS) – beginning April 4, 2018.
The new year-round route from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT):
- Sarasota / Bradenton, Florida via Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) – beginning April 11, 2018.
The new flights will operate twice weekly. With these new routes, Allegiant will now offer nonstop service from Pittsburgh to 11 cities.
“Pittsburgh International Airport has continued to gain momentum during the past few years, and Allegiant has been a large part of that,” said Allegheny County Executive, Rich Fitzgerald.. “We’re delighted that Allegiant is continuing to make air travel an affordable option for our region, while also expanding their nonstop flights.”
“Allegiant’s continued expansion at Pittsburgh International Airport is helping to fuel more passengers through our terminal than we’ve seen in over a decade,” said Christina Cassotis, Pittsburgh International Airport CEO. “Allegiant has been a great partner, and we look forward to helping them grow even more in our region.”