Allegiant Travel Company, better known as Allegiant Airlines, is adding new features and perks, including complimentary inflight beverage service and a new tier of premium seating, before it absorbs Sun Country Airlines. 
Beginning August 1, 2026, Allegiant customers will get free sodas, juice and water aboard all flights.
Allways Rewards Visa cardholders will have additional complimentary beverage options including elevated beverages such as coffees, protein shakes, sports drinks or alcohol and a mixer.
Starting in spring 2027, Allegiant First will offer a new upgraded seating experience designed to give travelers more choice, greater comfort and added flexibility across the airline’s network.
The new seating class will be phased in on select aircraft in 2027, similar to larger airlines American, Delta and United also upgrading seating to a new class of premium seating.
On Allegiant, seat configuration will be two-by-two in the front of the aircraft.
Seats will have a five-inch recline, calf rests and adjustable headrest in addition to more legroom and a 37-inch pitch, enhanced amenities and upgraded service elements tailored to customers seeking a more premium travel option.
Allegiant First also provides passengers with priority access to check in and board flights. The fare will include one personal item, one carry-on bag and one checked bag (up to 70 pounds).
Initial flights are expected to launch in spring 2027, with seats anticipated to go on sale mid-August.
The new perks will complement – not replace – Allegiant Extra™, further broadening premium options available to passengers.
As Allegiant and Sun Country continue integration, the premium seating initiative and new complimentary beverages are expected to play an important role in attracting a wider range of leisure travelers – from budget-conscious customers to those seeking a more elevated vacation experience.
“This is about giving customers more ways to travel with us,” said Allegiant’s Chief Commercial Officer Drew Wells in a press release to ecoXplorer.
“As we bring together two highly complementary leisure airlines, we see significant opportunity to expand complimentary and premium offerings in a way that strengthens the customer experience and supports the long-term growth of the combined company. Travelers are increasingly looking for more comfort, more personalization and more flexibility, and these new offerings are a meaningful step forward in delivering that.”
More information, including aircraft deployment plans, routes and onboard features, will be shared later in 2026. To learn more, click here.
*Allways Rewards Visa® Card Holders are entitled to one (1) beverage per flight. The free beverage can be a canned drink, coffee, juice, or alcohol and mixer up to $16 value. For alcoholic beverages, the card holder must be 21 years of age or older, with valid I.D.
About Allegiant
Through Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines, the company serves approximately 22 million annual customers across scheduled passenger, charter and cargo operations.
Together, the airlines operate more than 650 routes serving nearly 175 cities throughout the United States and select international destinations. Allegiant is committed to providing affordable travel options, operational excellence and long-term value for customers, employees, communities and shareholders.
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