Spirit Airlines is soaring to its third destination in South Carolina with today’s launch of affordable, nonstop flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE).
The new service begins just in time for summer and includes CAE’s only nonstop flights to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Orlando International Airport (MCO), along with new, nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Columbia Guests can also take advantage of seamless one-stop connections to Latin America and the Caribbean.
John Kirby, vice president of network planning at Spirit Airlines said: “Spirit’s arrival in Columbia brings South Carolina travelers easy access to some of the top destinations on the East Coast at an unmatched value.
“We can’t wait to welcome our Columbia Guests onboard and make it easier for travelers to visit South Carolina’s capital city.”
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Spirit Airlines Columbia (CAE) Service |
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Destination: |
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Fort Lauderdale (FLL) |
3x Weekly |
June 6, 2025 |
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Newark (EWR) |
4x Weekly |
June 5, 2025 |
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Orlando (MCO) |
3x Weekly |
June 5, 2025 |
Kim Crafton, vice president of marketing & air service development at Columbia Metropolitan Airport said: “We are thrilled to now be able to offer the local community a cost-effective flying option in Spirit Airlines.
“Increasing air service to a community can be a long process, as our airport like many others across the nation are competing for the same service.
“I’m thankful our team was able to secure Spirit Airlines and I’m thankful Spirit Airlines sees a great opportunity for a successful partnership for the airport and the Midlands region.”
The Spirit Charitable Foundation commemorated the airline’s new service in Columbia with a grant of $10,000 to Palmetto Place Children and Youth Services, a nonprofit that provides a safe and supportive environment for children and teens who have faced abuse, abandonment, neglect or homelessness.
