It’s that time of year when the cold gets old and the fever starts rising — spring fever, that is. Visions of sunny beaches and exciting destinations start dancing in your head. Spring Break feels like a distant mirage. Our recent frigid temps call for a getaway – anywhere warmer. Answer the call with these great airfares out of the Colorado Springs Airport.
Thanks to low-fare airlines along with some big-name carriers, you can get away on the cheap and hassle-free with these nonstop flights from Colorado Springs. To make the most of your money, travel midweek and use airlines’ online low-fare calendars to plan your dates. Fares listed here are the lowest nonstop, one-way, per-person rates found for March and April 2025 from the Colorado Springs Airport.
Sun-Soaked Getaways
Orange County
Airfares from $94 on Allegiant
When it’s time to trade in your snow shovel for a surfboard, you can hop a flight to the sun-kissed shores of SoCal for less than $100. With golden beaches that stretch for miles along the Pacific, there are lots of beach towns to explore. Check out the vibrant artist communities of Laguna Beach where galleries dot the coastline or Dana Point, known as the “Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World.” Kids bouncing off the walls? A quick trip to Disneyland or Universal Studios Hollywood is the perfect family escape.
Phoenix
Airfares from $73 on Allegiant (flies into Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, 30 miles southeast of Phoenix) or $111 on Southwest into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
In less than two hours you can get your Vitamin D fix. With average temperatures in the 70s and 80s, you have your pick of activities — from outdoor adventure to museums to a lounge chair by the pool. Got some extra time? Road trip the three-hour drive to the spectacular Grand Canyon.
St. Petersburg/Tampa
Airfares from $114 on Allegiant
Florida’s Gulf Coast combines award-winning beaches with vibrant culture. Visitors can relax on pristine Clearwater Beach, take a sunset dolphin-watching cruise, enjoy the Florida Aquarium or catch a Tampa Bay Lightning hockey game at Amalie Arena.
Cancun
Airfares from $255 on Southwest — starting June 7
The Colorado Springs Airport gets its first international route when Southwest starts its nonstop flights to Cancun, Mexico, on June 7. But you can book it now. Hop an early morning flight and you’ll be on those white sand beaches with a cocktail in hand by 3 p.m. Beyond the beach, you can explore ancient Mayan ruins, swim in mystical cenotes and indulge in world-class resorts offering all-inclusive luxury.
City Lights and Late Nights
Chicago
Airfares from $123 on Southwest
The Windy City heats up in spring with world-class museums, acclaimed theater and legendary deep-dish pizza. Explore the architecture along the Chicago River. Catch a Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field; opening day is March 27. Or shop the upscale boutiques along the Magnificent Mile.
Las Vegas
Airfares from $111 on Southwest
Famous for its casinos, shows, restaurants and hotels, you can travel the world without leaving the Strip. Don’t miss the city’s newest landmark, the Sphere, with its immersive LED exterior and groundbreaking concert venue featuring the world’s largest LED screen inside. When sensory overload kicks in, escape to the Las Vegas Springs preserve for some nature therapy.
A Historic Hop
Baltimore/Washington D.C.
Airfares from $119 on Southwest
Late March through early April is peak cherry blossom season in the nation’s capital, with the Tidal Basin bursting in pink blooms. Don’t miss the National Cherry Blossom Festival March 20 to April 13. You can explore the Smithsonian’s free museums, tour the historic monuments and enjoy Maryland’s famous blue crab in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
Powder Paradise
Salt Lake City
Airfares from $199 on Delta
OK, we’re biased for our Colorado snow, but for a change of pace, Utah has some prime slopes. Visit the 2002 Olympic venues. Take a backcountry snowmobile ride. Or make some fresh tracks skiing Park City, only 30 miles east of Salt Lake — if you have an Epic Pass, you’re good to go. If you’re not trying to ski, you can get flights starting at $149 in April.
Pardon the Dust at the Colorado Springs Airport
It’s hard to beat the ease of use of the Colorado Springs Airport. But travelers will notice ongoing renovations as part of a three-year project, ElevateCOS, set to be completed by fall 2026. Visitors can look forward to upgraded dining and retail options, new LED lighting, refreshed terrazzo flooring, modernized bathrooms, expanded hold rooms and more charging stations. It’s all designed to make the terminal more efficient and accessible.
Looking for a Staycation Instead
If you’re just looking for some new fun things to do at home, check out our our Creative Stays itineraries. They’re full of places to explore and tips from local artists.
