People walking along the shore in Orange Beach

Save Time with Non-Stop Flights

to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Published on: January 7, 2026

Updated at: March 23, 2026

Planning a beach getaway has never been easier. With Allegiant’s nonstop flights to Gulf Shores, you’ll land just 3 miles from white-sand shores and turquoise waters. You can catch a nonstop flight from several destinations, and all flights are only two hours or less, meaning you’ll have lots of extra time to enjoy your beach vacation.

With the time you save, you can dive right into exploring local attractions, sampling new local restaurants, or simply relaxing on the sand. To put that time into perspective, here’s how you can turn your extra time into stories to share.

Explore More of Alabama’s Beaches with Allegiant’s Nonstop Flights

two kids riding the Ferris Wheel at the wharf

Six Extra Hours: Cruises, Pottery, & Ferris Wheel Rides

With six extra hours, you can:

Ride the second tallest Ferris wheel in the Southeast 45 times.
Take four dolphin cruises out onto our pristine waters.
Experience six hands-on pottery lessons at The Clay Studio at The Coastal Arts Center.

Sloth encounter at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo in Gulf Shores

Eight Extra Hours: Music, Mini Golf, & Animals

With eight extra hours, you can:

Encounter and hold a sloth during the South American Adventure at the Alabama Gulf Zoo 24 times.
Listen to 480 minutes of live local music at the iconic Flora-Bama Lounge and Oyster Grill.
Play eight exciting rounds of 18-hole mini golf at one of the many putt-putt spots.

Magni Gyroflight plane flying over the Gulf of Mexico in Gulf Shores

Ten Extra Hours: Gyroplanes, Sandcastles, & Ferries

With ten extra hours, you can:

See the destination like never before as you fly high in a gyroplane discovery flight 30 times.
Ride the Mobile Bay Ferry from Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island and back seven times.
Learn the best techniques for building sandcastles with 10 Sand Castle University classes.

Father and son golfing at Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club in Gulf Shores

Twelve Extra Hours: Trails, Golf, & Crawfish

With 12 extra hours, you can:

Glide through the trails inside Gulf State Park with a guided segway tour six times.
Play 54 holes of golf on the pristine courses across the island.
Peel and eat over 6,700 crawfish.

Kids playing in the surf on the beach on Alabama's Beaches

More Things To Do

While we don’t actually suggest eating that many crawfish in a single day, it’s fun to know that you could! Whether you want to spend more time cruising on the water, soaking up rays on the sand, or savoring the flavor of Alabama Gulf Coast cuisine, there’s plenty to do on our shores.

Plan Your Trip Around Annual Events

People attending the Annual Shrimp Fest in Gulf Shores

Allegiant’s nonstop flights to Gulf Shores International are both year-round and seasonal, giving travelers the perfect opportunity to experience the area’s best local events and festivals. With convenient flights all year, you can plan your trip around some of Alabama’s Beaches’ most popular annual celebrations!

Discover Alabama’s Beaches with Allegiant Air

Children jumping over the waves on the beach in Gulf Shores

Leave the car keys at home and book a nonstop flight to Alabama’s Beaches! With Allegiant Air’s nonstop flights, you’ll arrive just minutes from the beach, ready to explore local events, try fresh coastal cuisine, or simply enjoy the rhythm of beach life. Book a rental car with Enterprise, Alamo, or Turo, so you can easily travel around the area. Spend less time on the journey and more time enjoying the destination.

Book a flight to paradise with Allegiant and start planning your next getaway to Alabama's Beaches!

These blogs are written by the destination experts at Alabama's Beaches. From the best restaurants and hidden gems to tips and tricks for making the most of your stay, our knowledgable team has the lowdown on our area.