Spirit Airlines looks to transfer two Chicago airport gates to United Airlines for $30 million

Spirit Airlines looks to transfer two Chicago airport gates to United Airlines for $30 million

In August 2025, Spirit filed for bankruptcy for a second time as it grappled with dwindling cash reserves and mounting losses.

United Airlines to acquire two Chicago gates from Spirit

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Spirit Airlines to sell gates at O'Hare International Airport - Airline Routes & Ground Services

Spirit Airlines has formally moved to transfer its final two preferential-use gates at O’Hare International Airport (ORD), according to court documents revealed yesterday. In the deal, the airline looks to move gates G12 and G14 to United Airlines for US$30.2 million. Two major airlines submitted bids for gates G12 and G14. Spirit Airlines said United Airlines offered the highest and best combination of price and operational fit. The carrier com…

United Snaps Up Spirit’s Last Two Chicago Gates, Ramping Up Fight With American - The Bulkhead Seat

As I’ve written about a few times, United Airlines is making an aggressive play at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). The carrier recently increased the frequency on 87 routes and is really looking to stick it to American Airlines. Court filings related to Spirit’s second bankruptcy show that United is now purchasing its last two gates for $30.2 million in a move that sharply escalates its strategic fight for dominance at one of the nat…

United Buys Spirit’s Final Two Chicago Gates For $30 Million—Escalates Fight To Push Out American Airlines

United Airlines will purchase the last two Spirit Airlines Chicago O'Hare gates for $30 million, significantly escalating its strategic battle to push American Airlines out of the critical hub. With both airlines locked in an intense fight and billions in loyalty revenue at stake, United’s aggressive move sharply raises the pressure on American as the two carriers are in a pitched battle at the airport.