"We are extremely pleased to again expand the Allegiant brand of low-fare, nonstop jet service to the Redmond-Bend communities," Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr., president, CEO of Allegiant Air said. "This is an exciting new addition for our airline and our customers as we launch the only scheduled service between Redmond and Arizona."
The self-proclaimed “Official Airline for Sunshine” will launch the new scheduled service from Redmond Municipal Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport with two flights weekly on Monday and Friday. Service will begin Oct. 24 with flights departing Redmond at 12:20 p.m. arriving in Phoenix-Mesa at 2:45 p.m. Flights leaving Phoenix-Mesa will depart at 9:10 a.m. arriving in Redmond at 11:35 a.m. (all flight times are local.) Allegiant inaugurated low-cost, nonstop service to Las Vegas March 29, 2007.
"I am very excited that Allegiant Air will provide Central Oregon nonstop service to Phoenix from Redmond Airport," said Carrie Novick, Redmond Airport Manager. "This is one of our most requested destinations and I expect it will do very well in our market. Allegiant Air provides quality nonstop service at reasonable prices to Las Vegas now, and Phoenix will be a welcome addition to that service. At a time when other airlines are pulling back service, Allegiant continues to expand into markets like Redmond-that is a positive sign for our future."
The airline commented market research and input from local community leaders indicate the Redmond-Bend communities will welcome the new nonstop flights and low fares to Phoenix-Mesa as an alternative to connecting flights and long drives to other airports. Allegiant will utilize 150-seat, MD-80 series, jet-aircraft on the route.
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 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.
Allegiant partners with 29 resorts in Arizona, including hotels in the Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa and Sedona and air/hotel packages are available for as low as $285*. (Price is per person, based on three-night hotel stay at the Days Inn Scottsdale Fashion Square Resort, double occupancy and reflects a Friday arrival and Monday departure.) The company also provides low-cost car rental service through its partnership with Alamo Rent a Car.
Allegiant’s $69* one-way introductory fare is limited, must be purchased by Aug. 27, 2008 and is valid for travel through Jan. 31, 2009. Introductory fares are not available on all flights. After the introductory fare period, regular one-way fares on the route start as low as $89 one-way.
Reservations can be made on the airline’s website at www.allegiantair.com, through the airline’s Reservations and Information Center at 702-505-8888 or through professional travel agents.


