Spirit Airlines has announced it is expanding onboard comfort in its Go Comfy cabin. It is also boosting the benefits of its Free Spirit loyalty program. These changes are part of the airline’s latest initiative to elevate the passenger experience.
Spirit will introduce a brand-new, extra-legroom seating choice in Go Comfy.
The airline is also offering exclusive new loyalty perks. These include expanded redemption options, seat upgrades, and a two free checked bags.
“Spirit’s new premium options offer travelers exceptional value, and we’re creating even more opportunities for Guests to experience them with our new extra-legroom seating option,” said Rana Ghosh, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Spirit Airlines. “We’re also adding more value and perks for our loyalty members at a time when others are taking away benefits, giving our most loyal Guests even more reasons to choose Spirit.”
Spirit Airlines Go Comfy Gets New Extra-Legroom Seating
Passengers can stretch across four more inches of legroom in Go Comfy. This seat offers a new total pitch of 32 inches. The new preferred seating will include seven rows near the front of the plane and more than 40 seats.
The extra-legroom seating will be installed beginning June 2025. It will roll out across the majority of the fleet by July 2025. The remaining installations are expected to be completed in 2026.
As part of enhancing Go Comfy, Spirit plans to phase out the blocked middle seat. This change will allow for the introduction of extra-legroom seating.
Go Comfy provides extra space. It also includes a carry-on bag. There are no change or cancel fees. Additionally, it offers Priority Boarding and reserved overhead bin space. You also get a snack and a non-alcoholic beverage.
The extra-legroom seats will be available for booking starting May 15, 2025 for travel starting on July 9, 2025.
Upgraded Free Spirit Loyalty Program
Spirit is revamping its Free Spirit loyalty program. The upgrades include benefits for Free Spirit Status members. There are also benefits for Free Spirit® Travel More Mastercard® cardholders. Free Spirit is free to join and the fastest way to earn rewards and status.
- Expanded Redemption Options: Spirit customers can now redeem all four travel options. They can use Free Spirit points for premium options like Go Big and Go Comfy. This offer excludes taxes and fees. Spirit plans to add even more exciting redemptions in the coming months. These will include personalized experiences with perks for every type of traveler.
- Complimentary Upgrades: Free Spirit Status members and Free Spirit credit card holders will enjoy complimentary upgrades to a Big Front Seat and Comfy Seat at boarding. These upgrades are based on availability and status level. Benefits extend to one Guest on the member’s reservation beginning in June.
- Free Checked Bags: Two free checked bags are a new perk for Free Spirit Travel More Mastercard Cardholders. Spirit and Bank of America will introduce this offering starting in 2025. More details will be announced.
- New Free Spirit Debit Card:The new Free Spirit Debit Card is scheduled to launch this Fall. It will allow anyone to earn Free Spirit points on their everyday spending. They can redeem those points for travel on Spirit. Cardholders enjoy Group 2 Priority Boarding. They will also get a 25% rebate on in-flight purchases.
Guests who earn Free Spirit Gold and Silver Status will continue to enjoy all existing benefits. This includes Shortcut Security, seat choice, and more. There will be no increase in the requirements to earn status for the 2025 program year. Guests with Gold Status will also continue to enjoy free bags. They will also have access to WiFi (where available). Complimentary snacks and drinks, including alcohol, are provided on eligible flights.
To get a full overview of the revamped Free Spirit program and the benefits of Free Spirit Status, visit: spirit.com/free-spirit. You can also sign up for free.