From Points to Paradise: Spirit Airlines Announces Top Summer Destinations Redeemed by Free Spirit® Members

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Spirit Airlines (FLYY) revealed its top summer destinations for Free Spirit loyalty program redemptions, highlighting increased member engagement with bookings up 25% compared to 2024. Popular destinations include Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Las Vegas in the U.S., along with Cancun, San Juan, and Medellin internationally. The airline announced significant enhancements to its Free Spirit program, including expanded redemption options for premium seating, complimentary upgrades for status members, and new benefits for cardholders. Notable additions include two free checked bags for Travel More Mastercard holders and a new Free Spirit Debit Card launching this Fall. Spirit Vacations is offering up to 30% savings on vacation packages with 500 bonus points.

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• Loyalty program redemptions increased 25% for summer 2025 compared to 2024
• Introduction of new premium redemption options for all seating classes
• New complimentary upgrade benefits for status members and credit card holders
• Launch of Free Spirit Debit Card with rewards on everyday spending
• Addition of two free checked bags benefit for Travel More Mastercard holders
• Recent recognition as Best Airline Overall for 2025 by WalletHub

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The top redeemed flights include summer getaways across the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean

DANIA BEACH, Fla., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spirit Airlines' (NYSE American: FLYY) Guests are soaring into summer by exchanging their Free Spirit points for a warm getaway to enjoy tropical beaches and major attractions. Just in time for the summer travel season, the Free Spirit loyalty program today revealed the top destinations redeemed by members for June 1 through Aug. 31, 2025, including destinations with beautiful coastlines, rich culture and world-class entertainment across Florida, Nevada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Colombia. Free Spirit makes it easy for travelers to redeem points for flights, with redemptions available on every flight starting as low as 2,500 points.

Free Spirit's Top U.S. Summer Redemptions*

1. Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
2. Orlando (MCO)
3. Las Vegas (LAS)

Free Spirit's Top LATAM and Caribbean Summer Redemptions*

1. Cancun (CUN)
2. San Juan (SJU)
3. Medellin (MDE)

"Nothing says summer like taking a vacation, and our savvy Guests know the best way to make those PTO plans is by redeeming flights to beautiful destinations with their Free Spirit points," said Rana Ghosh, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Spirit Airlines. "We just launched our expanded redemption options, making it easier for Free Spirit members to redeem their points for a premium experience, including our new, extra-legroom seating option."

With Free Spirit loyalty point redemptions booked between January and May of 2025 up 25 percent for summer getaways compared to the same time frame in 2024, more travelers are using their loyalty perks for vacations to exciting destinations across Spirit's network.

Revamped Free Spirit Loyalty Program
Spirit recently upgraded its Free Spirit program and offers Guests more benefits with new ways to earn and redeem points.

• Expanded Redemption Options: Guests can now redeem all four travel options**, including premium options like Go Big and Go Comfy using Free Spirit points, excluding taxes and fees. Spirit plans to add even more exciting redemptions in the coming months, including personalized experiences and elevated perks that cater to every type of traveler.
• Complimentary Upgrades: Free Spirit Status members and Free Spirit credit card holders will enjoy complimentary upgrades to a Big Front Seat and Comfy Seat at boarding, based on availability and status level, with benefits extending to one Guest on the member's reservation beginning in June.
• New Checked Bags Benefit for Free Spirit Travel More Mastercard Cardholders: Beginning later in 2025, Spirit and Bank of America will roll-out two free checked bags as an exciting new benefit for Free Spirit Travel More Mastercard Cardholders, with more details to be announced.
• Earn on Everyday Purchases with the New Free Spirit Debit Card: The new Free Spirit Debit Card, scheduled to launch this Fall, will allow anyone to earn Free Spirit points on their everyday spending and redeem those points for travel on Spirit while receiving Group 2 Priority Boarding and a 25 percent rebate on inflight purchases.

To get a full overview of the enhanced Free Spirit program and benefits of Free Spirit Status or to sign up, visit: spirit.com/free-spirit.

Spirit Vacations^®
Travelers seeking to save on every part of their journey this summer can save with Spirit Vacations, which offers complete vacation packages to amazing destinations, including the airlines' top redeemed summer hotspots. Guests looking to jet away this summer can save up to 30 percent*** when they purchase their flight plus hotel and car by booking them together and land 500 Free Spirit points.

Recognition
Spirit was recently named Best Airline Overall for 2025 and earned top recognition for safety and affordability for the second consecutive year by WalletHub. The carrier was also recognized by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as a 2025 Four Star Low Cost Carrier. Additionally, the airline's Fit Fleet^® was ranked one of the world's youngest for 2025 by ch-aviation. Spirit also received the FAA's Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award of Excellence for the seventh consecutive year.

*Free Spirit redemptions made between Jan. 1, 2025, through May 16, 2025, for travel between June 1, 2025, and Aug. 31, 2025.

**Members will be responsible for the payment of any taxes, fees and other government or airport-imposed charges associated with Reward Tickets.

***Discount availability for hotel and/or car rental is subject to change at any time. When you book your vacation package with Spirit Vacations^®, the discount will apply to the hotel and/or car rental component only and will not be applicable to airfare. Purchase of the airfare is subject to Spirit's Contract of Carriage. Free Spirit^® points will be added to your account within 30 days after trip completion. Additional terms and conditions may apply with respect to Free Spirit^®.

About Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines (NYSE American: FLYY) is committed to safely delivering the best value in the sky by offering an enhanced travel experience with flexible, affordable options. Spirit serves destinations throughout the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean with its all-Airbus Fit Fleet^®, one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the U.S. Discover elevated travel options with exceptional value at spirit.com. 

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FAQ

What are Spirit Airlines' (FLYY) most popular summer destinations for 2025?

Spirit Airlines' top U.S. destinations are Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Las Vegas, while international favorites include Cancun, San Juan, and Medellin.

What new benefits does Spirit Airlines offer Free Spirit members in 2025?

New benefits include expanded premium seating redemptions, complimentary upgrades for status members, two free checked bags for Travel More Mastercard holders, and a new Free Spirit Debit Card launching Fall 2025.

How much has Spirit Airlines' loyalty program redemption increased for summer 2025?

Spirit Airlines reported a 25% increase in Free Spirit loyalty point redemptions for summer 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

What discounts does Spirit Vacations offer for summer 2025?

Spirit Vacations offers up to 30% savings on vacation packages when booking flight, hotel, and car together, plus 500 Free Spirit points.

How many points are needed for a Spirit Airlines reward flight?

Spirit Airlines reward flights start as low as 2,500 Free Spirit points, excluding taxes and fees.