BENTON COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Allegiant Airlines will begin service on two new non-stop routes out of Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) this week.

Wednesday, November 17, is the inaugural flight to Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) in Florida. Takeoff is scheduled for 9:58 a.m.

Friday, November 19, is the inaugural flight to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) in Houston, Texas. Takeoff is scheduled for 2:33 PM.

“We’re thrilled to offer Bentonville residents with two new options for planning their winter vacations,” said Drew Wells, Allegiant’s senior vice president of revenue and planning. “We think our brand of air travel appeals to local travelers who enjoy our convenient, nonstop flights without the hassle of layovers or connections.”

The new flights will operate twice weekly. More information about Allegiant’s scheduled flights out of XNA can be found here.