FLORIDA- Spirit Airlines (NK) in collaboration with San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC), has announced its intention to seek approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to initiate new, direct service between SJC and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Spirit aims to secure the single round-trip slot allocated for limited incumbents at DCA under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024.
Spirit San Jose to Washinton Flights
If granted, this proposed route will be the sole nonstop, budget-friendly option connecting Silicon Valley with the country’s capital. It is anticipated to enhance competition by introducing a low-cost alternative and expanding travel choices for Bay Area passengers heading to the Washington, D.C. region.
San José stands as one of the largest cities in the United States lacking direct service to Washington, D.C., and this forthcoming flight from SJC would offer a closer, more convenient travel option for millions of residents.
“Serving as pivotal hubs in the technology sector, Silicon Valley and Washington, D.C., boast strong interconnections. Introducing direct flights between these key airports would streamline travel and foster opportunities for enhanced collaboration within these influential markets,” stated Matt Klein, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Spirit Airlines.
“Our presence in San José has been warmly received by our guests during our inaugural year of operations at SJC, and we are grateful for the support from the SJC team and our community partners as we pursue this new service.”
“In today’s digital era, there is perhaps no destination more crucial for our national leaders to engage with than Silicon Valley’s capital,” remarked San José Mayor Matt Mahan. “San José is home to leading experts and innovators in AI, data privacy, and the implementation of the CHIPs Act, who are shaping the future through groundbreaking initiatives and setting benchmarks for navigating the evolving landscape.”
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Spirit to establish highly sought-after nonstop service between SJC and DCA,” expressed Mookie Patel, Director of Aviation at SJC.
“DCA serves as an exceptionally well-positioned gateway to both the epicenter of federal governance in Washington and the thriving tech hub in the surrounding area. Combined with SJC’s unparalleled reliability and convenience for Silicon Valley travelers – complemented by Spirit’s affordable fares – this proposed service will offer travelers between these two vital markets an exceptional end-to-end customer experience.”
Flights to Three Destinations
Spirit initiated its services at SJC in June 2023, currently facilitating nonstop flights to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Las Vegas (LAS), and San Diego (SAN).
Elevating the Guest Experience Spirit remains dedicated to enhancing the guest experience, embarking on various initiatives to offer unparalleled value in air travel:
NEW! Elimination of change or cancel fees for all guests. Spirit’s Fit Fleet®, is renowned for its youthfulness and exceptional fuel efficiency.
Cabin enhancements featuring wider seats, enhanced cushioning, new headrests, and enhancements to our distinctive Big Front Seat®. High-speed onboard Wi-Fi enabling guests to stream content from popular streaming services.
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