American Airlines to offer nonstop flights from Springfield to Phoenix 

The largest airline operating out of the Springfield-Branson National Airport has added a fifth nonstop route. 

Starting May 23, American Airlines will offer Saturday-only service from Springfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Arizona. The seasonal service will end Aug. 1. 

"For more than 50 years, American Airlines has been providing commercial air service to the Ozarks,” said Brian Weiler, director of aviation at the airport, in a news release. “We are grateful for the continued investment American Airlines has made in providing the air service needs of southwest Missouri.” 

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a major hub for American, offering nonstop service to more than 110 domestic and international destinations.  

“We’re eager to welcome travelers from southwest Missouri on our new service to Phoenix this summer,” said Jordan Pack, American’s director of domestic network planning, in the release. 

“As we’ve steadily grown our flights out of SGF, travelers have responded positively. This has given us the confidence to add flights to Phoenix that will unlock more access from Springfield to the Southwest and Western U.S.” 

Missouri’s third-largest airport supports four airlines with nonstop flights to 15 destinations.