MIRAMAR, Fla. (January 14, 2014) - Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today announced resumption of its nonstop seasonal service to/from Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR).

The resumption of seasonal service to Myrtle Beach from Charleston, WV (CRW) and Philadelphia (PHL) will commence on March 20, 2014 rather than April 2, 2014 as previously scheduled.

By May 1, 2014, Spirit is scheduled to provide seasonal service between nine cities and Myrtle Beach. In addition to its nonstop seasonal service to/from Myrtle Beach, Spirit operates daily, year-round service between Myrtle Beach and Atlantic City (ACY), Boston (BOS), Ft. Lauderdale (FLL), and New York-LaGuardia (LGA).

Customers can check out the insanely low fares on flights and vacation packages offered every day at www.spirit.com and also sign up to receive email alerts on Spirit's deals and offers.

"We're pleased to announce an early start to our seasonal service to and from Myrtle Beach. Spirit carries more visitors to Myrtle Beach than any other airline, operating exclusively with large Airbus jets," said Mark Kopczak, Spirit's Vice President of Network Planning. Spirit is pleased to offer visitors an opportunity to save money on air travel while visiting this popular leisure destination by offering its ultra-low fares plus optional services for a total price that is tough to beat."

"Spirit Airlines is getting a jump on the spring season by expanding non-stop service to many of our biggest markets, which is great news for Myrtle Beach area visitors and residents," said Brad Dean, President and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. "These earlier start dates will entice spring travelers anxious to beat the winter doldrums with a visit to the beautiful Myrtle Beach area. We have enjoyed a wonderful working relationship with Spirit for many years, and their affordable airfares have enabled millions of visitors to fly to our world-class beach and golf destination."

"Spirit's resumption of service is great news for golfers throughout the Northeast, Midwest and parts of Canada," Bill Golden, Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday president, said. "Spirit will provide golfers the opportunity to escape the lingering cold in places like Chicago, Toronto, Montreal, Buffalo and Detroit to enjoy Myrtle Beach's idyllic spring weather and more than 100 golf courses. We are particularly grateful for the decision to resume service earlier and increase the number of flights from Baltimore and Pittsburgh, which is a testament to the strength of Myrtle Beach in those markets."

"Horry County Department of Airports is excited that Spirit Airlines continues to show confidence in the strength of the marketplace by expanding service at Myrtle Beach International Airport," said Pat Apone, interim director of airports. "The expanded seasonal service to the area's top tier markets will be well received by passengers wanting to travel to and from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina."

Spirit operates daily, year round service from the following cities to Myrtle Beach:
Atlantic City
Boston
Ft. Lauderdale
New York-LaGuardia

About Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) empowers customers to save money on air travel by offering ultra- low base fares with a range of optional services for a fee, allowing customers the freedom to choose only the extras they value. This innovative approach grows the traveling market and stimulates new economic activity while creating new jobs. Spirit's modern fleet, configuration and other innovations enable Spirit to burn less fuel per seat than competitors, making Spirit one of the most environmentally-friendly U.S. carriers. Spirit's all-Airbus fleet currently operates approximately 250 daily flights to over 50 destinations within the U.S., Latin America and Caribbean. Visit Spirit at www.spirit.com.

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