Airline carriers are making headlines with new nonstops and signing alliances that will facilitate travel from here to across the Pacific.
Airline Adds New Nonstop
Low-cost carrier Allegiant has launched a new nonstop service connecting Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to South Bend International Airport (SBN) in Indiana. The route, which began operations on Aug. 29, 2025, offers flights up to twice a week.
“We are excited to launch service from Fort Lauderdale to South Bend—starting just in time for travelers planning their holiday vacations,” said Drew Wells, Allegiant’s chief commercial officer, in a press statement. “Our brand of all-nonstop flights at unbeatable value continues to resonate with customers. Allegiant is committed to providing budget-friendly options that allow our passengers to customize their dream vacation.”
The airline is marking this new connection with an introductory fare offer, with one-way tickets starting at $47. This promotional rate is available for a limited time, with specific conditions applying to travel dates and booking windows.
For more information, visit allegiantair.com.
Canadian Airline Looks South
WestJet’s new interline agreement with Copa Airlines expands travel options across Latin America. This partnership improves connectivity, allowing access to 37 Copa Airlines destinations in Central and South America for WestJet passengers. At the same time, Copa travelers gain entry to WestJet’s North American network.
Starting Dec. 13, 2025, WestJet will launch a 4-times-weekly service between Calgary and Panama City. This winter route connects WestJet’s global hub in Calgary with Copa Airlines’ hub in Panama City, opening up new business and leisure travel opportunities throughout the Americas.
The agreement enables single-ticket bookings with connected itineraries between the two airlines’ networks. Your clients benefit from single-point check-in and through-checked bags.
For more information, visit westjet.com and copaair.com.
Connecting Asia and North America
EVA Air and Southwest Airlines have a new interline agreement, effective Aug. 26, 2025, that enhances connectivity between Asia and North America, linking EVA Air’s network with Southwest’s extensive U.S. routes through four key gateway cities: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA) and Chicago (ORD).
The collaboration streamlines travel logistics, allowing you to book your clients on single itineraries across both carriers. This includes coordinated ticketing and through-checked baggage service to final destinations. Travelers receive all boarding passes at their first departure point, simplifying connections.
EVA Air currently operates 89 weekly flights to major North American cities, the highest frequency among Taiwanese carriers in the region. This number is set to increase to 94 by year-end. The partnership with Southwest expands access to over 30 additional U.S. destinations, including Denver, Las Vegas, Nashville, Tampa and Baltimore.
It’s Nice Nonstop With Delta
Delta is unlocking more of Europe for New England next spring, adding two nonstop routes from Boston: Madrid (MAD) launching May 16 and Nice (NCE) launching May 17.
With these additions, Delta will now serve 12 European destinations from Boston, offering travelers unrivaled global coverage and more ways to connect across the Continent. Delta’s new 2026 flights include daily service to Madrid and three-times-weekly flights to Nice on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, plus convenient connections across Europe to match.
Further enhancing this network, Delta’s expanded service to Barcelona and Milan adds even more options for Boston travelers. Daily flights to Barcelona begin May 7, and four-times-weekly service to Milan starts May 16, both launching earlier than in past years to better align with seasonal demand and provide greater flexibility.
These additions build on Boston’s role as a premier global gateway in Delta’s network. In the span of two decades, Delta has nearly tripled its service in Boston, growing from 25 to approximately 70 destinations worldwide. Together with its partners, Delta now connects Boston to four continents, offering about 20 daily international flights.
JetBlue is Beachy Keen
JetBlue has added destinations and more flights to enhance its position in key coastal markets and strengthen its Boston and New York focus cities.
The latest growth includes JetBlue’s first-ever service to Vero Beach (VRB) as well as the return of service to Daytona Beach (DAB), bringing the airline’s low fares and award-winning service to more popular and underserved coastal destinations.
JetBlue will bring service to the two popular Florida beach cities from both Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in December 2025.
Elsewhere in Florida, JetBlue is adding service to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) from Tampa (TPA) and Fort Myers (RSW), providing more convenience for Long Island-based groups seeking Florida sunshine this winter. JetBlue already offers nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and West Palm Beach from Long Island.
For more information, visit delta.com, evaair.com, jetblue.com, southwest.com,
