OAK celebrates Spirit Airlines’ inaugural flight to New York City/Newark

EWR is the eighth destination now offered by Spirit Airlines at OAK

Last week, Spirit Airlines kicked off new service between Oakland International Airport and New York City/Newark. The route utilizes Spirit’s new Airbus A320 NEO airliners seating 182 passengers, including 8 Big Front seats.

Eastbound – Daily: Depart OAK 8:45 AM – Arrive EWR 5:05 PM

Westbound – Daily: Depart EWR 5:57 PM – Arrive OAK 9:07 PM

“We’re excited to launch the only non-stop service between New York Metro Area and the East Bay, offering a high-value travel option that makes it easier for Guests to travel cross-country,” said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. “Spirit’s low fares combined with our new cabin interiors and high-speed Wi-Fi makes this trans-con route affordable and enjoyable for travelers.”

New York City/Newark marks the eighth nonstop route that Spirit now offers at OAK. Others include Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Orange County, Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia, and San Diego.

“We are very pleased that the East Bay once again has nonstop service to the New York City metropolitan area.” said Bryant L. Francis, Director of Aviation at the Port of Oakland. “We encourage our community to utilize this new and efficient transcontinental service offered by our partner Spirit Airlines.”

Flights are available for sale at www.spirit.com.