Allegiant to Continue Flights at Bellingham Airport Despite Crew Base Closure

Airline's decision to shutter Bellingham crew base won't impact routes or service, airport says.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 5:57pm

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Allegiant Airlines is shutting down its crew base at Bellingham International Airport in November, but the Port of Bellingham says this change will not affect the airline's flight operations or service at the airport. Allegiant will continue to offer direct flights from Bellingham to destinations like Oakland, Burbank, Palm Springs, Las Vegas, and Phoenix, with flight crews rotating between the airline's other bases.

Why it matters

The closure of Allegiant's Bellingham crew base is an internal operational decision by the airline, not a reflection of its commitment to serving the Whatcom County traveling public. This change highlights how airlines can adjust their staffing models while maintaining service to regional airports like Bellingham.

The details

Allegiant Airlines is shutting down its crew base at Bellingham International Airport in November. This means that instead of having permanent work assignments for flight attendants and pilots based in Bellingham, the airline will rotate crews between its other bases. However, the Port of Bellingham says this change will not impact any of Allegiant's flight routes or service levels at the airport.

  • Allegiant's Bellingham crew base will close in November 2026.

The players

Port of Bellingham

The government agency that owns and operates Bellingham International Airport.

Matt Rodriguez

Director of Aviation at Bellingham International Airport.

Allegiant Airlines

A U.S. low-cost airline that offers direct flights from Bellingham to several destinations.

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What they’re saying

“This decision is related to how Allegiant organizes its internal operations, not its commitment to the traveling public of Whatcom County. Allegiant will continue to serve BLI, and passengers will see no change to routes or service.”

— Matt Rodriguez, Director of Aviation, Bellingham International Airport

The takeaway

Despite the closure of Allegiant's Bellingham crew base, the airline remains committed to maintaining its flight routes and service levels at Bellingham International Airport, demonstrating its continued investment in the regional travel market.