Sun Country Airlines offers nonstop flights from BKG

BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

Branson visitors and locals alike now have another way to travel, with the recent partnership between the Branson Airport and Sun Country Airlines.

Beginning August 31, Sun Country Airlines offers nonstop service to and from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in Minnesota. Flights will operate twice per week through mid-November.

Sun Country Airlines, based out of Minneapolis, provides service to 90 airports across the United States, Mexico, Central America, Canada and the Caribbean. The airline strives to provide safe, reliable, affordable flights that include such amenities as free in-flight entertainment, complimentary beverage service, and in-seat chargers. Flights to and from Branson will take place on Boeing 737 planes that seat 186 passengers.

The inaugural flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul arrived in Branson on August 31, to a water cannon salute from the Branson Airport Fire Department.

“The Branson Airport is very excited for Sun Country to bring its low fares to the Branson and greater Ozarks region,” said Stan Field, Executive Director of Branson Airport. “Making it easier for visitors to travel to our region with convenient and affordable flights is something Branson Airport has been committed to since opening in 2009.”

Jonas Arjes, Interim President/CEO of the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce added, “Minneapolis-St. Paul is one of our strongest markets beyond 600 miles, so we are delighted to see Sun Country bring this route to the market. We appreciate Sun Country’s commitment to our region and the resulting economic impact.”

To purchase tickets or to learn more about Sun Country Airlines, visit suncountry.com.