Sun Country Airlines cuts nearly 350 flights from MSP

Sun Country Airlines is implementing significant flight reductions at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) for the month of September. Data indicates the airline has cut approximately 348 departures, representing roughly one-third of its planned flights from the hub.

Following its merger with Allegiant Air earlier this year, the airline has faced operational challenges. Internal communications suggest the cuts are driven by increased cargo flying and higher-than-expected front-line crew attrition. Specifically, reports indicate that many Sun Country pilots are leaving the company to fly for Delta Air Lines.

While the airline has characterized these reductions as temporary, industry analysts suggest that the decreased supply of flights could lead to higher airfares for travelers this fall. Allegiant's leadership has signaled that further reductions may continue through the end of the year due to ongoing staffing issues.