Southwest applies to fly nonstop between Las Vegas, Washington D.C.

Caroline Bleakley
·1 min read

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Las Vegas valley residents could have a second choice when it comes to flying nonstop to Washington D.C. Southwest Airlines is seeking U.S. Department of Transportation approval to make that a reality.

Southwest has applied to fly a daily nonstop flight between Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Washington D.C.

According to a news release from Southwest, the new service would provide airline customers with “much-needed choices and competition.” Currently, American Airlines is the only carrier providing nonstop service between Las Vegas and D.C.

If awarded the route, Southwest projects significantly lower average fares.

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