Southwest Airlines announced they will begin service to the Colorado Springs Aiport (COS) this week, reports 9NEWS.
Five routes to and from COS will start on Thursday, March 11.
“We are thrilled to welcome Southwest Airlines to our community and look forward to the positive economic and cultural impact it will have,” said Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers. “Whenever I have discussed air service in Colorado Springs with our citizens, they inevitably ask about Southwest Airlines. I want to thank all of our partners, Visit COS, the Chamber & EDC, the Regional Air Service Task Force and the team at our airport for their collaboration and support in bringing Southwest Airlines to Colorado Springs."
Fares between Colorado Springs and Denver will be as low as $29 for a one-way flight, according to Southwest.
"These additional investments in Chicago and Colorado provide even more convenience for our current customers while also making it more convenient for new travelers to choose Southwest as we begin service from their preferred airport," said Andrew Watterson, Southwest Airlines' Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President.
Southwest Airlines routes at COS will include:
- Nonstop between colorado Springs and Denver (four times daily)
- Nonstop between colorado Springs and Las Vegas (twice daily)
- Nonstop between colorado Springs and Phoenix (twice daily)
- Nonstop between colorado Springs and Dallas (Love Field) (three times daily)
- Nonstop between colorado Springs and Chicago (Midway) (twice daily)
The new service is available to travelers now.
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