Spirit Airlines is one of the largest ultra-low-cost carriers in the U.S., with a large domestic network and additional routes to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. Spirit's base fares are among the lowest in the market — but bags, carry-ons, and seat selection all cost extra. For light travelers who understand the model, Spirit can deliver a genuinely cheap flight. FaresMatch advisors can help you compare Spirit's total cost against all available alternatives so you can make the right call for your trip.
Trending Spirit fares
One-way starting prices on popular Spirit routes. Search above for live availability.
Fort LauderdaleShoulder seasonORD → FLLChicago – Fort Lauderdale- Flight time
- 3h nonstop
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- Spirit
$39
OrlandoFall travelDTW → MCODetroit – Orlando- Flight time
- 2h 30m nonstop
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- Spirit
$49
Las VegasMidweek dealLAX → LASLos Angeles – Las Vegas- Flight time
- 1h 10m nonstop
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- Spirit
$29
DallasBook earlyATL → DFWAtlanta – Dallas- Flight time
- 2h 30m nonstop
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- Spirit
$45
TampaWinter dealBOS → TPABoston – Tampa- Flight time
- 3h 15m nonstop
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- Spirit
$59
CancunWinter escapeORD → CUNChicago – Cancun- Flight time
- 3h 30m nonstop
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- Spirit
$89
Popular Spirit Airlines routes
U.S. to Caribbean
→ FLL/MIA Major cities to South Florida
Spirit's core market — Fort Lauderdale is Spirit's largest base with nonstops from Boston, New York, Chicago, and Atlanta.
→ MCO Midwest to Orlando
Detroit, Chicago, and other Midwest cities with budget nonstops to Orlando.
LAX → LAS Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Spirit's cheapest route — the short West Coast hop between LA and Las Vegas.
→ CUN U.S. to Cancun
Spirit flies direct to Cancun from Chicago, Dallas, and major U.S. cities at very competitive fares.
→ BOG/MDE U.S. to Colombia
Spirit is one of the few budget carriers with U.S. nonstops to Bogota and Medellin.
→ SDQ/MBJ U.S. to Caribbean
Spirit serves Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Aruba, and Barbados from East Coast and Midwest cities.
Tips for finding cheap Spirit flights
Spirit's only free allowance is one small personal item that fits under the seat (max 18×14×8 inches). A standard carry-on costs $25–$65 each way. Factor this in before deciding Spirit is cheaper than the competition.
Spirit's bag fees increase significantly at check-in and double (or more) at the gate. Always add your bags during the initial booking to secure the lowest available fee.
Spirit regularly launches flash sales with very low base fares, often on short notice. Signing up for Spirit email alerts or asking a FaresMatch advisor to monitor prices is the best way to catch them.
Spirit delivers its best value on short domestic routes where you're traveling with just a personal item. On longer international routes or trips where you need bags, the total cost advantage shrinks or disappears.
Frequently asked questions
Is Spirit Airlines safe?
Yes — Spirit operates a modern, fuel-efficient Airbus A320 family fleet under standard FAA oversight. Like all U.S. carriers, Spirit holds an FAA operating certificate. Its low-cost model affects in-flight service and extras, not the safety or airworthiness of its aircraft.
What is Spirit's $9 Fare Club?
Spirit's Saver$ Club (formerly $9 Fare Club) is a paid membership that grants access to the lowest published fares, lower bag fees, and exclusive discounts. For travelers who fly Spirit multiple times per year, the annual membership fee typically pays for itself within one or two bookings.
What is Spirit's Big Front Seat?
The Big Front Seat is a larger seat at the front of the aircraft with more legroom and width, similar in size to a domestic first-class seat. It doesn't include meal service or priority boarding but is popular for taller passengers on longer Spirit routes. It's sold as an upgrade at extra cost.
Does Spirit fly to the Caribbean?
Yes — Spirit serves Jamaica, Dominican Republic (Santo Domingo and Punta Cana), Aruba, Barbados, and select other Caribbean destinations from East Coast and Midwest U.S. cities. Caribbean routes are more limited than the domestic network.
Find the cheapest Spirit fare
Want to know if Spirit is genuinely the best deal for your trip? A FaresMatch advisor will calculate the full cost including all bag and seat fees and compare it against every available airline on your route.