29-05-2025
Sun Country will continue CVRA flights in 2026
EAU CLAIRE — Sun Country will continue to operate out of Chippewa Valley Regional Airport with flights to Fort Myers, Fla.
Sun Country previously supplied the primary passenger service from the airport under the Essential Air Service program. When the company's contract ended, the airport and the federal government shifted to SkyWest, which has daily flights to Chicago.
A key part of Sun Country's operations was the offering of seasonal flights directly to warm-weather destinations. When it lost the bid to continue as the primary carrier in the Chippewa Valley, Sun Country announced it would continue flights to Fort Myers this spring as a test to see whether the route would be profitable without the federal subsidy.
Apparently it was.
'We're thrilled Sun Country will continue offering this valuable nonstop service to Fort Myers,' said Airport Director Charity Zich in a release announcing the continuation. 'This is truly a community success story — made possible by the ongoing support of our passengers, local businesses, and regional partners who recognize the importance of maintaining and growing air service options in our region.'
The flights will continue to be seasonal, taking place between Jan. 30 and April 6, 2026. Tickets are on sale and reservations can be made through Sun Country.
