Whereas there have been rumors that price range airways will stop to exist within the close to future, as Southwest eliminated its signature ‘luggage fly free’ coverage and Spirit continues to battle chapter aftermath, there are a choose few hanging round, maxing out no matter window stays.
Allegiant, Breeze, little-known Avelo, and maybe most notable, Frontier, proceed main the cost of this area of interest business that actually is not with out its challenges.
From policing allowable bag sizes to the nth of a millimeter, and well-documented horror tales of leaving passengers stranded with no backup flights on the docket, some vacationers fork over triple or extra in airfare to keep away from these widespread dangers related to price range carriers.

And who can blame them? We at Journey Off Path know the sensation all too properly, falling sufferer to each cases…
However hey, cash talks. Everybody loves saving skrilla, proper?
To just do that, typically you gotta chew the bullet, squeeze into the center seat like a sardine, and pray to all of the gods for a seamless journey, which most are successful — it is simply aforementioned horror tales typically garner extra consideration than the vast majority of flights going in keeping with plan.
To their credit score, Frontier has solid by PR nightmares and spearheaded the low-cost sector, increasing their already spectacular portfolio time and time once more — this time launching new flights to 4 beautiful Latin American locations simply in time for the vacations.
Better of all, fares begin at simply $49! 🤑
Fly Low cost To Cancun From These 2 U.S. Cities

Calling all Michiganders and Marylanders! Christmas is coming early for you this yr.
4 days earlier than you are compelled to down Gam Gam’s “world well-known” cranberry sauce with a smile, now stands out as the excellent excuse to flee household gatherings and the frigid climate altogether.
Each Detroit and Baltimore are slated to welcome 2 new flights to Cancun, Mexico’s primary trip vacation spot and People’ favourite worldwide getaway.
With posh all-inclusive resorts, postcard turquoise shores, and buzzing nightlife from lodge pool events to downtown shenanigans, sunny Cancun is all the time an excused absence from vacation get-togethers, proper?
Effectively, if not, it is actually comprehensible to swap shoveling driveways to sippin’ poolside margs.

The inaugural flights will launch from every of the taking part cities’ airports (DTW and BWI) on November 22, 2025, with weekly service and promotional fares beginning at $89 on Frontier’s website or app.
Yee-Haw! 3 New Worldwide Flights To Launch From Houston
In case your passport is trying bleak or Cancun feels too American-ized to be worthy of a stamp, Houston will quickly welcome 3 new direct flights to a trio of unbelievably stunning and adventurous South American locations.
Enable me to be your tour information as I’ve had the pleasure of visiting each one lately. Kindly name me Captain Sam, in order that I can say “I am the Captain now”.

First up is Guatemala Metropolis, Guatemala.
Everyone knows this actually means Antigua, a close-by vibrant colonial city that could be small in dimension however casts a big shadow over the metropolis of Guatemala Metropolis by way of tourism.
Right here, you may discover the supply of my espresso dependancy. There are ample espresso farms to go to and much more cafes intertwined within the charming cobbled townscape of markets, boutique outlets and inns, and astounding nature on the outskirts of city.
Houston (IAH) will welcome a brand new flight to GUA 3 instances per week starting December 18, 2025, so you will not have the ability to skimp out on Thanksgiving dinner with the fam for this one.

Subsequent up is San Pedro Sula, Honduras.
I stayed on the luxe Hilton Princess earlier than trekking throughout the nation to probably the most underrated Latin American websites to immerse myself in a spectacular world of well-preserved Maya ruins.
Copan Ruinas is simply as pleasant (if no more) and undoubtedly extra genuine as aforementioned Antigua. Learn all about my journey right here — it is considered one of my favourite solo journeys I’ve ever been on.
Costs had been insanely reasonably priced and Hondurans could not have been extra welcoming — a far cry from their nation’s sketchy status.
If you happen to give this extremely underrated nation an opportunity, try their Caribbean slice of paradise Tela, solely an hour or so bus journey from San Pedro Sula.

Houston (IAH) will welcome a brand new flight to San Pedro Sula (SAP) with weekly service starting December 20, 2025.
Final, however not least, is San Salvador, El Salvador.
Whereas El Salvador has undergone a mass transformation since I final visited in 2020, all of the must-visit websites stay the identical.
The one distinction is that the nation is not thought of probably the most harmful international locations on the planet, and it is okay when you forgot to pack your pockets, as El Salvador now broadly accepts Bitcoin (although not authorized tender).
Whereas the capital metropolis of San Salvador is enjoyable for a few days, the actual draw of this tiny nation is seemingly boundless nature, such because the Santa Ana Volcano and Cerro Verde Nationwide Park, to call a pair.

My favourite place was Ataco, a map-dot colonial city with sensational delicacies, higher espresso, and heartwarming locals joyful to welcome you to their beloved hometown.
Houston (IAH) will welcome new flights to San Salvador with 3 flights per week starting December 19, 2025.
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