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MORRISVILLE, N.C. May 6, 2015 - Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today celebrates the launch of its first flights to Florida, bringing its brand of ultra-low-cost travel to Triangle travelers. Starting today, Raleigh-Durham residents can fly nonstop to Tampa / St. Pete on Allegiant, with flights to Orlando and Southwest Florida set for takeoff tomorrow. To celebrate Allegiant's debut in Raleigh-Durham, the airline is offering introductory one-way fares as low as $42*.

Triangle residents can now save even more on their Allegiant vacation by using promo code SAVE100FLT for $100 off an air+hotel package with a minimum three-night stay.

"Allegiant is very excited to become Raleigh-Durham's first ultra-low-fare airline," said Jude Bricker, Allegiant Travel Company senior vice president of planning. "We know local travelers are hungry for lower fares and look forward to being their top choice to save on Florida travel by booking their entire vacation with us for less."

Flights starting this week include:

Non-stop Service from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to:

  1. St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) - begins today, May 6, 2015 with fares as low as $42*
  2. Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) - begins tomorrow, May 7, 2015 with fares as low as $51*
  3. Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - begins tomorrow, May 7, 2015 with fares as low as $56*

The new flights will all operate twice weekly. Flight days, times and the lowest fares can be found only at Allegiant.com.

"We are glad that Allegiant Air has chosen to bring their unique brand of air service and vacation packages to Raleigh-Durham International Airport," said Michael Landguth, Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority president and CEO. "With new service to three destinations in Florida, I'm confident that Allegiant Air services will be well received by our region."

Allegiant's innovative business model has allowed it to grow from one plane and one route to offering access to low-cost flights in over 100 cities nationwide, more than any other domestic low-cost carrier. Allegiant passengers can enjoy unique savings by bundling their air, hotel, car and even activity and attraction reservations together for less.

About the introductory one-way fares:
Seats are limited. Price includes taxes and fees. Fares are one way and not available on all flights. Must be purchased by May 13, 2015 for travel by Nov. 3, 2015. Price displayed reflects purchase by debit card; purchase by credit card subject to surcharge not to exceed $8 each way per passenger. See Allegiant.com for details. Additional restrictions may apply.

About the SAVE100FLT promo code:
The $100 off air+hotel package is valid for new round-trip reservations between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) and Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) with at least three (3) consecutive hotel nights on the same reservation. To receive the discount, enter promo code SAVE100FLT in the shopping cart at www.Allegiant.com. Must be purchased by May 10, 2015 for travel by Oct. 31, 2015. This promo code cannot be combined with a Debit Card purchase. Additional restrictions may apply.

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Las Vegas-based Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) is focused on linking travelers in small cities to world-class leisure destinations. The company operates a low-cost, high-efficiency, all-jet passenger airline through its subsidiary, Allegiant Air, while also offering other travel-related products such as hotel rooms, rental cars, and attraction tickets. All can be purchased through the company website, Allegiant.com. The company has been named one of America's 100 Best Small Companies by Forbes Magazine for five consecutive years. In 2014, AVIATION WEEK ranked Allegiant the Top-Performing Airline in North America for the third consecutive year.http://gofly.us/LSz8Q.

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