Spirit Airlines to End Service at Rochester Airport
Travelers flying from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport will soon have fewer airline options. Monroe County announced on Thursday that Spirit Airlines plans to stop its service in and out of Rochester after January 7, 2026, following its recent bankruptcy filing.
Background and Current Routes
Spirit Airlines has faced challenges since the pandemic, attributing struggles to low domestic travel demand. Currently, Spirit offers nonstop flights from Rochester to Orlando and Fort Lauderdale.
Alternative Flight Options
Even after Spirit ceases operations, nonstop flights to Orlando will continue via Southwest Airlines, which will increase service to daily flights starting in January. Additionally, Avelo Airlines provides several weekly flights to the Lakeland/Orlando airport.
Official Statement from Airport Director
Spirit Airlines will no longer operate at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) after January 7, 2026 as a result of their recent bankruptcy filing. The airline is in Chapter 11 for the second time in less than a year and is ending operations in several airports around the country.
— Andy Moore, Rochester airport director
Summary
Spirit Airlines will end its Rochester service early next year, amid financial struggles, but other carriers will maintain and expand flights to popular destinations like Orlando.
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