Airlines reduce, cap fares for Spirit travelers looking to rebook canceled flights
Summary
Spirit Airlines began shutting down its flights after failing to secure a $500 million government rescue loan. Other airlines like United, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, American, Allegiant, and Frontier are offering lower or capped ticket prices for Spirit passengers who need to rebook canceled flights. Airlines are also helping Spirit employees with travel benefits and job opportunities.Key Facts
- Spirit Airlines started winding down operations because rescue talks with the government stalled.
- Passengers with canceled Spirit flights will get automatic refunds if they paid by credit or debit card.
- United, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, American, Allegiant, and Frontier are offering discounted or capped fares for Spirit travelers.
- The special fares require a Spirit booking confirmation and proof of payment and are available only for a limited time (from 2 days up to 2 weeks depending on the airline).
- Airlines are adding more flights and bigger planes on routes Spirit used to fly to help passengers.
- Frontier offers up to 50% off its regular fares until May 10 for those affected.
- Spirit employees get continued travel benefits and priority for job interviews with other airlines.
- Airlines like American and United are creating special sites to help Spirit workers find new jobs in aviation.
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