Allegiant Buys Sun Country for Des Moines | Des Moines News

Allegiant Air just pulled off a $1.5 billion buyout of Sun Country Airlines — a major shake-up that could unlock a whole new world of travel options for Des Moines flyers. While operations will stay separate for 18-24 months, the merger promises more routes, especially to tropical destinations like the Caribbean and South America, without jacking up prices. Both airlines are budget champs and the only profitable ones in their class — a powerful combo. Airport officials are buzzing, and travelers should keep an eye on this one for more affordable, even international, adventures soon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f0ac28a6614eff6b