Las Vegas, NV – January 22, 2026 – Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today released its preliminary passenger traffic results for December 2025, showcasing a consistent upward trend in passenger numbers and overall operational performance. The figures reflect a solid end to the year for the Las Vegas-based airline, which has carved a niche in connecting smaller cities to popular vacation destinations across the United States.

1. December 2025 Traffic Overview

Allegiant's scheduled service passenger numbers rose significantly in December 2025, with a total of 1,616,339 passengers carried, marking a 4.6% increase compared to 1,544,874 passengers in December 2024. This growth is indicative of the airline's expanding reach and operational efficiency.

Key Performance Metrics for December

Revenue Passenger Miles (RPM): Increased to 1,490,748 (up 3.4% from December 2024)

Available Seat Miles (ASM): Grew to 1,835,261 (up 3.6%)

Load Factor: Slightly decreased to 81.2% from 81.4% year-over-year

Departures: Increased to 11,586, representing a 4.2% rise

Average Stage Length: Decreased slightly to 897 miles, down 1.6%

2. Fourth Quarter Performance Highlights

The fourth quarter of 2025 also saw impressive growth, with 4,447,973 passengers carried, a remarkable 13.3% increase from 3,927,423 passengers in the same quarter of 2024. This surge in passenger traffic is a positive sign for Allegiant as it heads into 2026.

Fourth Quarter Key Metrics

Revenue Passenger Miles: 4,043,244, up 12.0%

Available Seat Miles: 4,976,428, a 10.5% increase

Load Factor: Improved to 81.2%, up 1.0 percentage points

Departures: Grew to 31,823, an 11.2% increase

Average Stage Length: Slightly decreased to 885 miles, down 1.7%

3. Year-End Results for 2025

Allegiant's year-end results reflect a robust recovery and growth trajectory in the airline sector. For the full year of 2025, the company reported:

Total Passengers: 18,518,653, a 10.5% increase from 16,765,283 in 2024

Revenue Passenger Miles: 16,947,654, up 10.7%

Available Seat Miles: 20,679,905, a 12.9% increase

Load Factor: Slightly decreased to 82.0%, down 1.6 percentage points

Departures: Increased to 131,668, a 13.1% rise

Average Stage Length: Remained consistent at 893 miles

4. Fuel Cost Insights

Allegiant also provided insights into its fuel expenditures, reporting an estimated average fuel cost of $2.48 per gallon for December 2025. The fourth quarter average was slightly higher at $2.61 per gallon, while the full year average stood at $2.55. These figures are important as fuel costs directly impact the airline's operational efficiency and profitability.

5. Looking Ahead

As Allegiant Travel Company enters 2026, the strong passenger traffic and operational metrics suggest a positive outlook for continued growth and expansion. The airline's focus on connecting underserved markets with affordable travel options positions it well within the competitive landscape of the aviation industry.

Allegiant remains committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining its low-cost model, offering passengers a seamless travel experience. As the travel industry continues to rebound, Allegiant's performance in late 2025 serves as a promising indicator of its trajectory moving forward.

For more details on Allegiant Travel Company and its services, visit Allegiant.com.

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