Sun Country Airlines’ new nonstop routes to Cancun and Minneapolis mark a significant expansion of Tulsa’s air service network.
TULSA, OKLA – October 28, 2025 – Tulsa International Airport (TUL) announced today that Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) will begin operations in Tulsa by offering twice-weekly, seasonal nonstop flights to both Minneapolis–Saint Paul (MSP) and Cancun, Mexico (CUN) beginning May 21, 2026.
Sun Country Airlines is known for providing simple, stress-free travel experiences with nonstop flights and affordable fares. The new route to Cancun marks a historic milestone as Tulsa International Airport’s first-ever commercial international flight, expanding the region’s access to leisure destinations and strengthening Tulsa’s growing air service network.
New Nonstop Service Details from Tulsa International Airport (TUL):
| SERVICE TO | SERVICE START | SERVICE FREQUENCY | AIRCRAFT |
| Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) | May 21, 2026 | Twice-Weekly
Offered on Thursdays & Sundays |
737-800, 186 seats |
| Cancun International Airport (CUN) | May 21, 2026 | Twice-Weekly
Offered on Thursdays & Sundays |
737-800, 186 seats |
Tickets for the new routes are available for purchase at https://www.suncountry.com/.
Media assets from today’s press conference can be downloaded here.
“Welcoming Sun Country Airlines to Tulsa is an exciting milestone for our airport and our community,” said Alexis Higgins, CEO of Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust. “Cancun and Minneapolis are already among the top destinations for Tulsans, and this new service provides a convenient, affordable way to reach both. Launching our first-ever commercial international flight to Cancun opens the door to even more global connections and positions Tulsa for continued international growth. We’re proud to partner with Sun Country to make history and expand travel options for our passengers.”
“Sun Country is proud to be bringing the Tulsa area service to Cancun this coming summer,” said Colton Snow, Sun Country Chief Marketing Officer. “For over 40 years we have been connecting travelers with warm weather destinations, and we are thrilled to be offering this route to our friends in Oklahoma.”
“This is a historic day for Tulsa and Tulsa International Airport. Announcing the airport’s first nonstop international flight, to Cancun, Mexico, is a monumental step for the city’s tourism industry and a springboard for flights to other global destinations. A second new nonstop flight, to Minneapolis, only furthers our city’s connections to businesses and economic development in the Upper Midwest”, said Mike Neal, president and CEO of the Tulsa Regional Chamber. “Congratulations to Alexis Higgins, the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust, and all city, county and regional partners who collaborated to make this happen.”
Preparing for International Growth
Tulsa International Airport’s new International Customs Facility, designed by Narrate Design and being built by Flintco Construction, is a 45,000-square-foot expansion that will allow the airport to welcome international commercial flights for the first time in its 98-year history.
The modern facility will feature family-friendly spaces, including a mother’s room, high ceilings with abundant natural light, an indoor pet relief area, and beautiful terrazzo floors. Construction is expected to be complete in early 2026 and operational by spring 2026.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency has maintained an on-site presence at Tulsa International Airport for decades; however, until now, CBP has only been able to accept and clear international general aviation and cargo flights.
About Sun Country Airlines: Sun Country Airlines is a new breed of hybrid low-cost air carrier, whose mission is to connect guests to their favorite people and places to create lifelong memories and transformative experiences. Sun Country dynamically and synergistically deploys shared resources for our passenger service, including scheduled service and charter, and cargo service segments. Based in Minnesota, we focus on serving leisure and visiting friends and relatives (“VFR”) passengers and charter customers and providing cargo service to Amazon, with flights throughout the United States and to destinations in Mexico, Central America, Canada, and the Caribbean.
For photos, b-roll and additional company information, visit https://www.stories.suncountry.com/multimedia.
About Tulsa International Airport: Tulsa International Airport (TUL) is dedicated to providing a seamless, friendly, and accessible travel experience for all passengers. Known for its customer-centric approach and forward-thinking initiatives, TUL connects travelers to destinations across the globe while maintaining its commitment to the community it serves. Eight air carriers offer nonstop service from TUL to 27 destinations across the country. In 2024, the airport served 3.24 million passengers. For more information, visit www.flytulsa.com
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