Erlanger, Ky. (June 10, 2021) – American Airlines is announcing new nonstop service from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Austin, Texas (AUS) as well as restarting service to Phoenix, Arizona (PHX) in August.The new flight to Austin will operate 2x daily beginning September 8, 2021. American will fly the Embraer 175 aircraft with 12 First Class and 64 Economy seating ([images and Broll](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnews.aa.com%2Fmultimedia%2Fimages%2Fdefault.aspx&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C7362145a81504080aee708d92c183c42%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637589304888212719%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=D1g%2FA6IwVlajjr%2BH5ML8Mso1aF0t2HTpVNwn2psCYnw%3D&reserved=0)). Tickets will be available for purchase at [aa.com](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aa.com%2FhomePage.do&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C7362145a81504080aee708d92c183c42%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637589304888212719%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=MdQqyfprM8mgumv0rVl18j3QwhpdqF7nJWBSuAzaaT4%3D&reserved=0) on Monday, June 14, 2021.“We’re excited to strengthen our network from CVG by adding new service to Austin, giving local customers another choice for their travel plans,” said Brian Znotins American Airlines Vice President of Network Planning. “Whether they’re taking advantage of the recently - announced new flights to Austin or Boston, restarted service to Phoenix, or any of our existing routes from CVG, we look forward to welcoming more customers back to travel with American and further connecting them with our global network.”Direct service to Austin will be American’s 11th destination served from CVG. It complements the airline’s announcement of restarting service to Phoenix (PHX) and new service to Boston (BOS) announced earlier this year, which will begin on November 2nd. Other existing nonstop service includes Charlotte, NC (CLT), Chicago, IL (ORD), Dallas, TX (DFW), Miami, FL (MIA), New York, NY (JFK and LGA), Philadelphia, PA (PHL) and Washington, DC (DCA).“Austin is a strong addition to American’s growing network at CVG, serving both leisure and business travelers,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “American Airlines has been an excellent partner since they began service here 74 years ago, and we welcome this service for local travelers.”The planned schedule is: About AmericanAmerican’s purpose is to care for people on life’s journey. Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol AAL and the company’s stock is included in the S&P 500. 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About CVG AirportCVG Airport has been serving passengers since 1947. The airport welcomed more than 9.1 million passengers in 2019, serving a record number of local passengers. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, CVG still offers the most nonstop destinations and the lowest average airfares in the region. As the 7th largest cargo airport in North America and home to the Amazon Air Hub and DHL Express Global Superhub, CVG is diversified in both passenger and cargo operations. Learn more about CVG and its response to COVID-19 at [CVGairport.com/FlyHealthy](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fflight%2Ftips%2Fflyhealthy&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C7362145a81504080aee708d92c183c42%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637589304888242585%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=ADZyhWILdowjngKvxjz5l10tciWQj2Pyn0a%2Fd1Q2%2Btc%3D&reserved=0).

CINCINNATI, Ohio. June 9, 2021 — Allegiant ([NASDAQ: ALGT](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fu7061146.ct.sendgrid.net%2Fls%2Fclick%3Fupn%3Dfqhy0MMaq18lyVSU5ZOY3UqARwwGlNuMFnxaLqnUVoT-2FHiSbFrhdnmJKXQ6EF8hsZ1rC_3SX6pFSLbirl4PCghyeJAlIPNz7NHbfdfG-2BuCmAIXgcuL-2BvnbcLviVcOXddB-2FKdrfCDCdV3Qz8JVfoGJorW02f6G5QYMPDnsSkZNj-2FBpgAIH-2BRC2023HgxwfEpScLjaMsr24dcRV5SjmN0C-2F5Ei9rdTRION1uHIhbA7TcGgwHKwIXo2pHP1xrIP3xwUp4rOMIwnUBwsbgJPd9eZqpK2mtWb7UA1hSfvbD8yT8YMkzJBUiCq7H2f5gjisK3HWQ90vp-2FKXxWdVuQmcqWNnNHnyWmknvd9tvnkRR7mW9TLPTyfMIJd0Ii96ZV2kE3e20BNOtFhkJ5LG0bVQ464HnWFhg92-2BUk3cPjsBJ6LxZk4NbG8-3D&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C60cf9f45d42d4b8c036808d92b4cee1d%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637588431702781243%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=aokGK86hlpwLiyjnuPwatHFbIP15sy6AIP9w48k%2F3dk%3D&reserved=0)) today begins a new nonstop route to Key West, Fla. via Key West International Airport (EYW) from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new route as low as $73.\ “Key West is one of the most scenic, inviting outdoor destinations in Florida and we’re excited to provide Sanford residents with convenient, low-cost flights to get there,” said Drew Wells, Allegiant’s senior vice president of revenue and planning. “We think vacationers will enjoy our brand of air travel: nonstop flights without the hassle of layovers or connections.”The new route via Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) will operate twice weekly. Flight days, times and the lowest fares can be found only at [Allegiant.com](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fu7061146.ct.sendgrid.net%2Fls%2Fclick%3Fupn%3DTeZUXWpUv-2B6TCY38pVLo9u5W6UASIGfnhGHEXKka30Un0N4BNzRnWixOyJZMrIwERu6s_3SX6pFSLbirl4PCghyeJAlIPNz7NHbfdfG-2BuCmAIXgcuL-2BvnbcLviVcOXddB-2FKdrfCDCdV3Qz8JVfoGJorW02f6G5QYMPDnsSkZNj-2FBpgAIH-2BRC2023HgxwfEpScLjaMsr24dcRV5SjmN0C-2F5Ei9rdTRION1uHIhbA7TcGgwHKwIXo2pHP1xrIP3xwUp4rOMIwnUBwsbgJPd9eZqpK2mtfY9qgNn3T5cZXrkgTr-2FfuHa0-2BzI4lml3KxfSnJmR3fJDUXlCQ0FgP-2FzlrDRC-2BN2hx0WnbtB-2FlQCugviVbP5BOHPqnTRoOgp7El1REWd5-2FMjx6Z9zUGbmdXp-2B5FycvXMSULGCnTBll8KpVjuBNA3V-2BY-3D&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C60cf9f45d42d4b8c036808d92b4cee1d%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637588431702781243%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=TvGjCXUnCvbxbxNwtVffK4pZP64CnqBPh%2FP6uuwiTa8%3D&reserved=0).Allegiant offers a unique option to Cincinnati-area travelers with low base airfare and savings on rental cars and hotels. Travelers can book their entire vacation with Allegiant for less.\About the introductory one-way fares:Seats and dates are limited, and fares are not available on all flights. Flights must be purchased by June 11, 2021 for travel by Aug. 14, 2021. Price displayed includes taxes, carrier charges & government fees. Fare rules, routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. Optional baggage charges and additional restrictions may apply. 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Today, Allegiant's all-Airbus fleet serves communities across the nation, with base airfares less than half the cost of the average domestic roundtrip ticket. For more information, visit us at Allegiant.com. 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Passenger Terminal Today / Lawrence Butcher / May 11, 2021Following the deployment of Internet of Things (IoT) sensor technology at Cincinnati International Airport (CVG) security checkpoints to monitor wait times, the airport is looking to use the technology elsewhere in its terminal.Data that was drawn from the initial application allowed CVG and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to make data-driven decisions on staff scheduling, which improved wait times and passenger experience.To this end, CVG will adopt specialist Veovo’s airport-wide flow management technology to obtain a greater understanding of passenger movement beyond the security checkpoint and into other areas of the terminal and concourses. Specifically, the airport will be able to see how travelers, processes and airlines interact and interconnect.“Providing memorable and predictable journeys, from the driveway to the runway, is a top priority for CVG, and data is the key enabler for our vision,” said Brian Cobb, chief innovation officer at CVG. “Innovative solutions, like those provided by Veovo, enable us to gather and analyze data in real time and proactively put it to work. We will be able to make better plans and improve productivity, respond to customer needs faster and tap into revenue growth opportunities.”The rollout of the technology will be done in phases throughout the year. Once complete, historical and live data will enable CVG to make daily operational decisions as well as long-term facility improvement plans.For example, by understanding gate arrival patterns by flight, CVG hopes it can adjust call-to-gate times or airline gate assignments to minimize crowding. The airport can evaluate how disruptions affect passenger behavior to prevent issues and/or mitigate their impact. Dwell and flow data can be used to drive strategic plans for layout configuration, signage, food and beverage placements and gate assignments.“CVG is one of a growing number of airports globally that have come to recognize the intrinsic value of managing and understanding passenger movements throughout their concourse,” said James Williamson, chief executive officer at Veovo. “Because traveler behavior can vary depending on volumes, time of day, travel class, destination and other factors, this technology is invaluable in developing an even greater knowledge of the customer journey and helping to shape its future.”The Veovo platform bundles AI-powered analytics, data from movement sensors and rich visualizations to provide live and historic insights into passenger occupancy, dwell times and movement patterns by flight. This data can be viewed for specific areas, grouped areas, and eventually the entire facility including the terminal and both concourses.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.passengerterminaltoday.com/news/technology/cincinnati-looks-to-further-integrate-iot-sensor-technology-in-terminal.html)

Cincinnati Business Courier / Bill Cieslewicz / June 2, 2021As the number of Americans taking to the skies rebounds, travelers flying out of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport are in luck: The airport ranks among the most affordable based on average airfare, according to a new report.CVG ranks No. 13 among the 45 busiest airports in the U.S., with  average airfares of $266.05, [according to financial website FinanceBuzz](https://financebuzz.com/us-airport-cost-rankings). CVG ranks No. 43 in passenger volume.Topping the list is Mccarran International Airport in Las Vegas with average airfare of $209.95, followed by Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International  ($214.87) and Orlando International ($215.93).The most expensive airport is John F. Kennedy International in New York ($344.35), followed by San Francisco International Airport ($338.11) and Charlotte/Douglas International Airport ($335.27).Cleveland Hopkins International, with average fares of $256.63, ranks No. 8 and is Ohio’s most affordable airport.The nation's two busiest airports, Los Angeles (LAX) and Atlanta (ATL), fall in the middle of the pack at No. 28 and No. 32, respectively.The report looked at average domestic airfares on April 20, 2021, from the 45 busiest airports in the country using data published by the U.S. Department of Transportation.  The national average fell from $352.27 to $292.20 from 2019 to 2020, marking the lowest average airfare tracked by FinanceBuzz going back to 1995.To read the entire report including methodology, [click here](https://financebuzz.com/us-airport-cost-rankings)[FULL STORY HERE (subscription-based)](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2021/06/02/cvg-ranks-among-most-affordable-us-airports.html?utm_source=mk&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=ae&utm_content=ci&ana=e_ci_ae&j=90561831&t=Afternoon&mkt_tok=NjczLVVXWS0yMjkAAAF9bRac1WzUo5nUvzFxGV9wLVaAmiD94CGLI1UXPaOfvre41Isl1LQ3aI03fIbiwFNQpKXP6sgPjL8uuiCSJfTavByIMrEkhf4JPTNIDwrH3uC8fuL14w)

WXIX-TV 19 Fox / Lauren Minor / May 28, 2021HEBRON, Ky. (FOX19) - Officials at CVG predict that Memorial Day weekend will be one of the busiest of the year for travel since the pandemic.If you have flown over the last 15 months, you may have gotten used to fewer people in line at security or the terminal.Officials say ticketing and security lines may be longer than anticipated which is why they recommend you arrive two hours before your flight.The TSA is busiest between the hours of 5:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.Mindy Kershner with CVG says with construction on the Brent Spence Bridge, allow extra drive time.All employees and passengers at CVG and airports across the U.S. must wear masks while traveling through the airport and when flying.TSA first implemented this federal mask order in January. It was extended on May 12 through at least September 13.So far this year, CVG is serving about 55% of the passenger volumes they did in 2019. They expect the summer months to be at 70-80%. Airfares are at a 25-year low.Mindy says it’s best to visit [CVGairport.com](http://cvgairport.com/) if you have any questions.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.fox19.com/2021/05/28/cvg-officials-give-tips-traveling-over-holiday-weekend/)

Cincinnati Business Courier / Chris Wetterich / June 1, 2021The number of passengers traveling from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport hit its highest level since the start of the pandemic in 2020, reaching 60% in April compared with the same month in 2019.“It’s the best rate of performance we’ve had coming out of the pandemic,” said [Bobby Spann](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/search/results?q=Bobby%20Spann), CVG’s vice president for external affairs.In April 2021, 219,258 passengers boarded a plane at CVG compared with 365,420 in April 2019. In April 2020, only 19,784 people were enplaned.For 2021 to date, the number of passengers is down 48.2% compared with 2019, a little better than what was budgeted, Spann said.Delta carried the most passengers in April, with American coming in second and ultra-low cost carriers Allegiant and Frontier coming in third and fourth, respectively. Southwest was fifth, and United was sixth.United [is flying four new nonstop routes](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2021/05/27/new-united-flights-launch-from-cvg-today.html) aimed at leisure travelers: Portland, Maine; Hilton Head Island, S.C.; Charleston, S.C.; and Pensacola, Fla.“Everybody’s looking for leisure revenue in the absence of corporate travel,” Spann said. “We identified some niche opportunities.”Of the routes, Hilton Head has sold the best, while Portland is No. 2.“Most of the carriers are seeing some very positive results,” Spann said.In April, U.S. air traffic was at 59% of 2019 levels, with CVG at 63%.During the week of May 9, ticket sales activity for CVG was at 82% of its 2019 levels, compared with 54% nationally. Larger markets lag mid-sized markets like CVG, Spann said.“We should expect the positive trend we’ve seen to continue,” he added. “Some of the bigger markets … haven’t rebounded at the same level as the medium and small markets have.”[](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2021/06/01/cvg-passenger-count.html)[FULL STORY HERE (subscription-based)](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2021/06/01/cvg-passenger-count.html)

Cincinnati Enquirer / Randy Tucker / May 26, 2021United Airlines on Thursday will launch the first of its previously announced flights to four new leisure destinations from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).The first of the new nonstop flights is scheduled to depart CVG at 10:15 a.m. for Pensacola, Fla., according to a press release.United will follow up that flight with new service to Hilton Head, S.C., scheduled to take off from CVG at 1:37 p.m.On Friday, the airline will begin service from the local airport to Portland, Maine, at 8:35 a.m., and Charleston, S.C., at 2:30 p.m.   Each new flight will operate three days a week and complement United's existing year-round and seasonal service to the following cities: Chicago, Denver, Houston, Newark, N.J., and Washington.CVG is expecting a surge in leisure travel heading into the summer months and is already seeing daily passenger traffic between 75%-80% of pre-pandemic levels, [airport officials told The Enquirer.](https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2021/05/14/cvg-sun-country-adds-flights-minneapolis/5059565001/)[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2021/05/26/pensacola-fla-just-one-four-new-destinations-united-cvg/7448105002/)

Cincinnati People / May 22, 2021You’ve watched everything on Netflix and Hulu and now Peacock is starting to look like a good idea. Your sock drawer couldn’t be any more organized. It’s time to get out of your house and get back on the road.“Airfares are at a 25-year low and new routes and carriers are starting at CVG so it is a good time to plan and book that trip,” says Mindy Kershner, CVG spokesperson.In just the past nine days, two new carriers, Sun Country Airlines and Alaska Airlines, have begun flying out of CVG. United is adding service to four new leisure destinations later this month, with Southwest, Allegiant, and VivaAerobus adding flights and destinations as well. “There is a gradual recovery in travel demand as vaccinations increase, most in the form of leisure travel,” says Kershner. “So far this year, we are serving 52% of 2019 passenger volumes and we expect the summer to be at 70-80%.”The choice isn’t when to go, it’s where.Sun Country Airlines, now offering nonstop service to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, operates a total of 93 routes across 69 airports in the United States, Mexico, Central America and Caribbean. Sun Country’s passenger experience includes low-cost airfares, free in-flight entertainment and reclining seats. Fittingly for an airline based in Minnesota, Sun Country prides itself on warm and friendly customer service. From the MSP hub, CVG travelers can take flight to Sun Country’s most recently added destinations, including Grand Cayman, Punta Gorda, Florida, and Turks and Caicos.Alaska Airlines now offers non-stop service to Seattle, with award-winning service, hundreds of free movies and TV shows available on personal devices, and free texting on most flights.Cincinnati is Alaska’s 95th nonstop destination from Seattle. From there, travelers can reach other West Coast destinations or Hawaii. But Seattle is also a gateway to Asia, through the oneworld global alliance with additional airline partners–guests can connect to nonstop flights to Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong and Singapore.VivaAerobus, Latin America’s lowest cost airline and one of the fastest growing carriers in the world, begins nonstop service to Los Cabos, Mexico on May 29. If you’re planning to visit one of your favorite vacation destinations, later this month United begins non-stop flights to Hilton Head Island, Pensacola, Charleston, and Portland, Maine. With the news that CVG’s average fare is at a 25-year low, and nearly 10 percent less than the national average, decided to fly rather than drive to a beach destination just got a lot easier.But if you’re looking for something a bit farther afield, see what the new carriers and expanded routes have to offer as you plan your next adventure.[Full Story Here](https://www.cincypeople.com/travel-blog/2021/5/21/up-in-the-air-1)