Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines made its return to Antigua and Barbuda on Saturday February 15, with the launch of nonstop service from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) to V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU), Antigua. The service will operate weekly, offering connections across the Caribbean and the continental U.S.
Frontier’s new service was officially welcomed during a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Minister, The Honorable Charles Fernandez; CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, Colin C. James; CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority, Wendy Williams; and Director of Tourism for the Caribbean and Latin America, Charmaine Spencer. They were joined by Frontier’s Regional Manager, Paola Torres, along with the flight’s captain and crew.
“We are thrilled to be back in beautiful Antigua and Barbuda, offering affordable air travel to both tourists visiting the islands as well as to local consumers traveling across the Caribbean, the United States, and beyond,” said Josh Flyr, vice president of network and operations design, Frontier Airlines. “As consumers plan their 2025 travel, we look forward to providing a seamless and comfortable journey to and from this stunning Caribbean destination.”
Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation, and Investment, The Honorable Charles Fernandez said, “We are delighted to welcome Frontier Airlines to Antigua and Barbuda, strengthening our connectivity with the United States while also enhancing regional travel opportunities.”
“This new service provides an affordable and convenient option for travelers between Puerto Rico and Antigua, making it easier for more visitors to explore our beautiful twin-island nation.”
The new service was greeted with a celebratory water cannon salute, while disembarking passengers were offered island treats by cultural performers.
New service from V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU):
| SERVICE TO: | SERVICE START: | SERVICE FREQUENCY: |
| San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) | February 15, 2025 | 1x/week |
Frequency and times are subject to change. Please check www.flyfrontier.com for additional details.
Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Inc., a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ULCC), is committed to “Low Fares Done Right.” Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the Company operates 159 A320 family aircraft and has the largest A320neo family fleet in the U.S. The use of these aircraft, along with Frontier’s high-density seating configuration and weight-saving initiatives, have contributed to Frontier’s continued ability to be the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed. With 187 new Airbus planes on order, Frontier will continue to grow to deliver on the mission of providing affordable travel across America and beyond.
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Antigua (pronounced An-tee’ga) and Barbuda (Bar-byew’da) is located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. The twin-island paradise offers visitors two uniquely distinct experiences, ideal temperatures year-round, a rich history, vibrant culture, exhilarating excursions, award-winning resorts, mouth-watering cuisine and 365 stunning pink and white-sand beaches – one for every day of the year. The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands, Antigua comprises 108-square miles with rich history and spectacular topography that provides a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities. Nelson’s Dockyard, the only remaining example of a Georgian fort a listed UNESCO World Heritage site, is perhaps the most renowned landmark. Antigua’s tourism events calendar includes the Antigua and Barbuda Wellness Month, Run in Paradise, prestigious Antigua Sailing Week, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, and the annual Antigua Carnival; known as the Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival. Barbuda, Antigua’s smaller sister island, is the ultimate celebrity hideaway. The island lies 27 miles north-east of Antigua and is just a 15-minute plane ride away. Barbuda is known for its untouched 11-mile stretch of pink sand beach and as the home of the largest Frigate Bird Sanctuary in the Western Hemisphere. Find information on Antigua & Barbuda at: www.visitantiguabarbuda.com or follow on Twitter: http://twitter.com/antiguabarbuda Facebook: www.facebook.com/antiguabarbuda; Instagram: www.instagram.com/AntiguaandBarbuda
SEEN IN IMAGE: Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation, and Investment The Honourable Charles Fernandez, and Frontier Airlines Regional Manager Paola Torres cut the ribbon to celebrate the launch of Frontier’s non-stop service from San Juan to Antigua. They are joined by the flight’s captain and crew, along with Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s Director of Tourism for the Caribbean and Latin America, Charmaine Spencer, and CEO, Colin C. James. – image courtesy of The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
