Southwestern travelers needing a tropical getaway at a premier resort destination will have a quick, comfortable and affordable way to get there beginning today as Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ:FRNT) begins service between Albuquerque’s Sunport International Airport (ABQ) and Puerto Vallarta’s Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR).

The new service was kicked off this morning with a live mariachi band and Mexican delicacies at the gate, courtesy of the City of Albuquerque. In addition, the Mayor of Albuquerque was on hand to greet passengers as they boarded the packed flight bound for Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta is a seaside paradise with world-class resorts, and features fun activities to satisfy all sorts of vacationers. Swimming with dolphins and whale watching are popular attractions, as are the city’s golf, parasailing, eco-tourism and cultural options.

  Flight schedule for ABQ-PVR service (effective Dec. 15, 2007):

                      Albuquerque -- Puerto Vallarta
  Flight Number       Departs       Arrives           Frequency
  4590                9:03 a.m.     12:33 p.m.        Sunday
  4590               11:44 a.m.      3:14 p.m.        Wednesday and Saturday

                      Puerto Vallarta -- Albuquerque
  Flight Number       Departs       Arrives           Frequency
  4591                1:40 p.m.      3:20 p.m.        Sunday
  4591                3:54 p.m.      5:34 p.m.        Wednesday and Saturday

        All times given in local arrival or departure city times.