Welcome to our dedicated page for Sun Country Airlines Holdings news (Ticker: SNCY), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Sun Country Airlines Holdings stock.
Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNCY) generates a steady flow of news as a hybrid low-cost carrier that combines scheduled passenger service, charter flying, and Amazon-focused cargo operations. Company press releases and SEC filings highlight developments across its network, fleet, financial performance, and strategic initiatives, giving investors and travelers insight into how the airline manages its diversified model.
News coverage for Sun Country frequently includes quarterly earnings announcements, where the company reports revenue, operating income, margins, liquidity, and the relative contribution of its scheduled service, charter, and cargo segments. Management commentary in these releases often explains how cargo and charter revenue help balance demand cycles in passenger flying and describes changes in block hours, capacity, and fleet composition.
Another major category of SNCY news involves network and operational updates. Sun Country has announced the extension of its booking schedule through future travel seasons, with details on the number of routes and airports it plans to serve across the United States, Mexico, Central America, Canada, and the Caribbean. The company has also reported on new operational bases, such as its decision to establish a cargo-focused base at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to support its Amazon operations and potential future passenger growth.
Corporate and strategic developments are also prominent in Sun Country’s news flow. The airline has issued releases on leadership changes, including the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer and additions to its Board of Directors, as well as the launch of the Sun Country Visa Signature credit card and the introduction of Sun Country Rewards Plus Status. A significant recent headline is the definitive merger agreement with Allegiant, under which Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash and stock transaction, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
Investors, analysts, and travelers can use Sun Country news to follow trends in its financial results, cargo expansion for Amazon, route and schedule decisions, loyalty and credit card offerings, and the progress of its planned combination with Allegiant. Regular updates provide context on how the company’s hybrid low-cost and diversified strategy evolves over time.
Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) will acquire Sun Country in a cash-and-stock merger announced Jan 11, 2026, valuing Sun Country at ~$1.5 billion inclusive of $0.4 billion net debt. Sun Country shareholders will receive 0.1557 Allegiant shares + $4.10 cash per share (implied $18.89/share), representing ~19.8% premium to Sun Country's Jan 9 close. Upon closing, Allegiant and Sun Country shareholders are expected to own ~67% and 33% of the combined company. The deal targets $140 million of annual synergies by year three, is expected to be EPS accretive in year one, and combines ~195 aircraft with 30 on order and 80 options.
The transaction is expected to close in H2 2026, subject to U.S. antitrust clearance, other regulatory approvals, and shareholder approvals, and will retain Allegiant as the public parent while maintaining a significant Minneapolis-St. Paul presence.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) will open a new operational base at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) on January 31, 2026. The base will station cargo aircraft and local crews to support the carrier’s expanded cargo operations and future growth of its scheduled passenger network.
CVG was selected for its role as a major Amazon air hub and fast-growing cargo activity; the company says the location and strong local passenger demand position Sun Country for seamless scheduled-service expansion. Sun Country is actively hiring pilots in CVG and is evaluating additional base locations to support Amazon and scheduled-service growth.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) reported third quarter 2025 results with total revenue of $255.5 million, GAAP diluted EPS of $0.03 and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.07, marking the company's thirteenth consecutive profitable quarter. The quarter included completion of the cargo transformation with 20 freighter aircraft in service and a 50.9% YoY increase in cargo revenue. The company repurchased approximately $10 million of shares and ended the quarter with $298.7 million of total liquidity and $406.1 million net debt.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) extended its selling schedule through September 8, 2026, enabling bookings for nonstop service to over 100 destinations through summer 2026. The schedule includes major summer cities such as Anchorage, Boston, New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle, plus seasonal and mountain destinations like Traverse City, Kalispell, Missoula, Bozeman, Denver, Salt Lake City, Boise, and Asheville.
Canadian routes include Toronto and Vancouver; coastal service includes increased frequencies to Charleston and San Diego. New routes begin May 21, 2026 between Minneapolis–St Paul and Tulsa, and Tulsa and Cancun. The airline plans to operate 115 routes serving 100 airports across the U.S., Mexico, Central America, Canada, and the Caribbean, and highlights onboard amenities and complimentary beverages.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) will hold its third quarter 2025 earnings conference call on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
Investors can access the live call and replay via the Sun Country investor relations site at https://ir.suncountry.com/news-events/events-and-presentations or by using the provided dial-in link.
Synchrony (NYSE: SYF) and Sun Country Airlines have launched a new co-branded credit card program targeting leisure travelers. The Sun Country Visa Signature® credit card offers significant rewards including 25,000 bonus points for spending $1,000 in the first 90 days, up to 5X points on Sun Country purchases, and 2X points on gas and grocery purchases.
The card features travel benefits including 50% off first checked bag, 50% off seat selections, and in-flight discounts. Cardholders can earn a 10,000-point anniversary bonus with $10,000 annual spend. Sun Country is also introducing Plus status, offering additional perks like no change fees and priority services, achievable through 10 flights annually or $10,000 card spend.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) has appointed Wendy Schoppert to its Board of Directors, effective October 1, 2025. Schoppert, who currently serves as Chair of the Board of The ODP Corporation/Office Depot and holds board positions at Davita, Inc. and Fossil Inc., brings extensive experience in corporate governance and finance.
Schoppert's executive background includes significant roles at Sleep Number Corporation, where she served as EVP/CFO and held other senior positions. Her career began in the airline industry with positions at American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, and America West Airlines. She holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics and operations research and an MBA from Cornell University.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) has announced key leadership appointments. D. Torque Zubeck will join as Senior Vice President and CFO on September 2, 2025, bringing over 30 years of finance experience, including 22 years in airline leadership roles. Notably, Zubeck previously served as CFO of Mesa Airlines and held various leadership positions at Alaska Airlines.
Additionally, Stephen Coley has been permanently appointed as Senior Vice President and Head of Operations. Since joining in January 2025, Coley has focused on safety culture and operational improvements, including the induction of eight new Amazon freighters. Bill Trousdale, who served as Interim CFO, will continue as Vice President of FP&A and Treasurer.
Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) reported its second quarter 2025 results, achieving its twelfth consecutive profitable quarter. The airline generated record Q2 revenue of $264 million, with GAAP diluted EPS of $0.12 and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.14.
The company is expanding its cargo operations, with 15 cargo aircraft in service at quarter-end and plans to have all 20 freighters operational by Q3 end. To accommodate this growth, Sun Country reduced passenger service capacity, with total ASMs declining 3.9% and scheduled service ASMs down 6.2%. Despite capacity reduction, scheduled service TRASM increased 3.7%, and total fare rose 6.5% year-over-year.
Financial highlights include operating income of $16.3 million, a GAAP operating margin of 6.2%, and adjusted operating margin of 6.8%. The company maintained strong liquidity of $207 million with net debt of $431 million as of June 30, 2025.
[ "Record Q2 revenue of $264 million, up 3.6% year-over-year", "Cargo revenue increased 36.8% with expansion to 20 aircraft fleet", "Charter revenue grew 6.4% with 7.9% increase in block hours", "Total fare per scheduled passenger increased 6.5% to $151", "Scheduled service TRASM increased 3.7% despite capacity reduction" ]Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings conference call for Friday, August 1 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors and interested parties can access the live call and replay through the company's investor relations website at ir.suncountry.com, or via a provided dial-in link.
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