Blountville, TN- Low fare carrier Allegiant Air has resumed non-stop service from TRI to Tampa through St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).  The flights operate two times weekly, with service Monday and Friday. Flights depart Tri-Cities at 8:55 p.m. arriving in Tampa Bay at 10:30 p.m. Flights leaving Tampa will depart at 6:35 p.m. arriving in the Tri-Cities at 8:15 p.m. (all flight times are local.) 

"We are very excited about the return of nonstop Tampa service and the reintroduction of another Florida destination for our passengers," said Melissa Thomas, director of marketing and air service development. "This service has been extremely popular and we know the community will respond with enthusiasm."

Allegiant Air began nonstop, low-cost service to Tampa in November 2008.  The low-fare airline also offers flights from TRI to Orlando-Sanford International Airport (SFB).  Tickets can be booked through the Allegiant Air website at http://www.allegiantair.com/, the airline's Reservations Center at 702-505-8888 or by using professional travel agents.

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