Frontier Airlines, recognized as America’s Greenest Airline, inaugurated its nonstop service from Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) on May 25, 2024. The launch precedes another service introduction to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, set for June 2, 2024. To mark these expansions, the airline has announced introductory fares starting at $99.
Josh Flyr, vice president of Network Operations and Design at Frontier Airlines, expressed enthusiasm about the new routes. "With this new service, to and from Orlando and San Juan, Frontier is pleased to support St. Croix’s valuable tourism industry and to offer convenient, affordable flight options to local residents,” he stated.
The new service to Orlando will operate once a week, while flights to San Juan will run three times a week, providing vital links that enhance both tourist access and local mobility. Details of flight times and days can be accessed on Frontier's official website.
Alongside the new routes, Frontier has introduced 'UpFront Plus', an upgraded seating option that offers additional leg and elbow room primarily in the first two rows of their aircraft. This service ensures an empty middle seat for added comfort.
The airline also highlighted its revamped frequent flyer program, FRONTIER Miles, which allows customers to accumulate miles quickly with a standard rate of $1 equaling 10 miles. The program is designed to be family-friendly with benefits like family pooling of miles, priority boarding, and waived fees for changes made a week in advance.
Promotional fares for the new flights must be purchased by June 7, 2024, and are applicable for travel from June 2, 2024, through September 30, 2024, with specific blackout dates. These fares do not require a round trip purchase and are available exclusively to members of the airline's Discount Den program.
Reservations under the promotional offer are non-refundable except under specific conditions, such as cancellations made within 24 hours of booking, provided the booking is made at least a week before departure. Additional services like baggage and seat assignments are available at extra costs.
This expansion by Frontier Airlines promises to boost the local economy by enhancing air connectivity and providing more affordable travel options for residents and tourists alike.
