Contour Airlines Brings New Service to Orlando Sanford International Airport

Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) announced that Contour Airlines will begin new nonstop service between SFB and the City of Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI) in Southeast Missouri beginning Saturday, December 16, 2026. Flights will operate twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The new route marks Contour's entry into the Central Florida market, expands SFB's nonstop network of 70+ destinations, and gives travelers in our region a direct link to Southeast Missouri without connecting through St. Louis (STL). The addition of Contour marks the 3rd carrier added to Orlando Sanford International Airport’s line of service within the last year.

"We are pleased to welcome Contour Airlines to our growing family of air service partners at Orlando Sanford International Airport. Contour’s commitment to reliable, customer-focused service aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver an exceptional travel experience.  Together, we will expand travel options and introduce more passengers to the convenience and ease of flying through SFB.  We are excited to get this new partnership underway and look forward to the opportunities it offers for the future."

-  Nicole Martz, President and CEO of Orlando Sanford International Airport

“Adding seasonal service between Cape Girardeau and Central Florida gives travelers in the region another convenient way to escape the winter and enjoy all that Florida has to offer,” said Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines.

Flight Schedule (Effective December 16, 2026):

Schedule subject to change. All times local.

Flights will operate on Contour's 30-seat regional jets, which feature leather seating with extra legroom in every row. Every fare includes one complimentary checked bag and complimentary snack and beverage service.

Flights will operate December 16, 2026 through March 27, 2027 with tickets available at contourairlines.com. Details regarding inaugural flight celebrations will be shared with local media closer to the event.

About Orlando Sanford International Airport: Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is a full-service international airport owned and operated by the Sanford Airport Authority in Sanford, Florida, approximately 25 miles northeast of downtown Orlando. Serving more than 3 million passengers annually, SFB offers domestic and international service. The airport is an operating base for Allegiant Air and one of the busiest airports in Florida for aircraft operations, driven in large part by its flight training and general aviation activity. Built in 1942 as Naval Air Station Sanford, SFB supports more than 24,000 jobs and generates $3.5 billion in annual economic impact for Central Florida (FDOT Study). For more information, visit flysfb.com.

About Contour Airlines: Contour Airlines offers a premium airline product that includes a complimentary snack and beverage service on all flights. Contour operates a growing fleet of regional jets featuring leather seating with expanded legroom in every row. Tickets are available for purchase on Contour’s website at contourairlines.com, by calling the Contour call center at (888) 332-6686, and through local and online travel agencies. Travelers can also book seamless connections with Contour’s interline partners; Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, and United.

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Media Contact:
Shelly Allen
Director of Communications
📧 sallen@sfb.osaa.net
📞 689.320.1211