Spirit Airlines Adds Key West to its Route Map


  • July 23, 2025
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A map showing the route between Fort Lauderdale and Key West.

Florida-based Spirit Airlines announced July 22, 2025, it will launch new service at Key West International Airport (EYW), providing the only nonstop flight between Key West (EYW) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL) starting Nov. 6, 2025.

The new service will operate four times per week on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday and will increase to daily flights starting Dec. 17, 2025. Guests can also enjoy easy one-stop connections through Spirit’s largest airport, Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

“Key West is a one-of-a-kind beach destination, and now travelers can easily access this island paradise and enjoy Spirit’s elevated Guest experience along the way,” said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. “Our new service offers a convenient and affordable alternative to driving and gives our Guests in the Florida Keys a new way to coast through South Florida in style.”

Key West is Spirit’s eighth destination in the Sunshine State, joining Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Fort Myers (RSW), Miami (MIA), Orlando (MCO), Pensacola (PNS), Tampa (TPA) and West Palm Beach (PBI). The Florida Keys offer visitors a laid-back getaway with a rich history, lively nightlife and dining, and world-class excursions like diving, snorkeling and boating. Travelers across Spirit’s network can easily connect to Key West from major cities like Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, New York City, Philadelphia, and more.

"Spirit Airlines entering the Key West market this November is fantastic news for our passengers near and far. We welcome this addition to our selection of carriers and greatly anticipate access to Spirit's expansive network of destinations," said Richard Strickland, Executive Director of Airports at Key West International Airport.

Introductory Fare Guests traveling between Key West (EYW) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL) can take advantage of special introductory fares starting at $79* one way. The introductory fares are available for booking now on spirit.com where travelers can browse flight details.