Allegiant Announces Nonstop, Low Cost Flights Between Ogden and Phoenix-Mesa

Published on Wednesday, 27 June 2012 13:08 Written by TradersHuddle Staff

OGDEN, Utah, June 27, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announces new, nonstop jet service between Ogden, Utah and Phoenix-Mesa, Ariz. will begin September, 20, 2012. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service with fares as low as $69.99* one way between the two cities, as well as offer travelers hotel and air packages as low as $203.50* per person for three nights at the Howard Johnson.

"We're pleased to bring an affordable and convenient travel option to Ogden," Andrew C. Levy, Allegiant Travel Company President, said. "We are confident residents of the area will appreciate flying nonstop to Phoenix and take advantage of the great deals we offer on hotels, car rentals and tickets to area attractions."

"Northern Utah wins now that Allegiant is starting scheduled air service to Phoenix-Mesa, Arizona with convenience and low fares from the Ogden Airport," stated Royal Eccles, Airport Manager at Ogden Airport. "The airport is looking to become the value leader for all types of travelers and the gateway to our year round high adventure recreation areas."

The new flights will operate twice weekly between Ogden Airport (OGD) and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (IWA), beginning September 20, 2012.

Ogden area 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.

With breathtaking scenery, endless sun, unmatched resorts and miles of world-class golf courses, Phoenix-Mesa is a gateway to all that Arizona has to offer, including the Grand Canyon, Scottsdale, Tempe and Sedona. Not only is the area considered "The Golf Capital of the World," but also the "Resort Capital of the World," with numerous four- and five-diamond resorts. These premier resort communities feature shopping, dining, spa, activities and luxury accommodations for the perfect getaway to Arizona's unique Southwestern hospitality.

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.

About the $69.99* one-way fares and $203.50* packages:

Additional offers are available at select Allegiant hotels. Based on double occupancy. Must be purchased by July 4, 2012. Travel dates are limited. Does not include resort fees and taxes. A segment is one take-off and one landing. A carrier usage charge of $10.00 per passenger, per segment will apply when booked on allegiant.com, which is also included in the displayed price. A carrier usage charge of $10.00 per passenger, per segment, plus $14.99 per segment, will apply when purchased through Allegiant call centers. Purchases made at any Allegiant Airport Ticket Office will not incur a carrier usage charge or call center fee. For ticket counter hours of operation, please visit allegiant.com. When purchased at time of booking, a checked bag fee of up to $35.00 per bag, per segment will apply for the first two (2) checked bags and up to $25.00 for a carry-on bag which must fit in the overhead bin. There is no fee to bring one personal item onboard which must fit underneath the seat in front of you. If purchased at flight check-in, a fee of $35 per checked bag, per person, per segment will apply for the first two bags checked and for a carry-on bag which must fit in the overhead bin. In all cases additional higher fees will apply for three or more checked bags. Fare rules, routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. Offer not valid on previously purchased air + hotel packages.

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