Dollywood travelers can clock out and board Flight 925, Allegiant’s Dolly Parton-themed route to the Smokies.
The guitar riff is unmistakable. The coffee is strong. The alarm clock is judging you.
For decades, Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5” has been the unofficial anthem of the working grind. This November, though, one airline is flipping the script by turning clock-in time into departure time.
On 6 November 2026, Allegiant Air will operate Flight 925 from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) — a not-so-subtle nod to Dolly’s 1980 hit. The carrier has dubbed it “Destination Dollywood,” and yes, the flight number is the whole point (9 to 5…Flight 925…get it?).
According to Allegiant’s announcement, this won’t be a standard board-and-go affair. Themed gate celebrations at SFB will feature live entertainment direct from the park, trivia, specialty food and drinks, and exclusive merchandise. The festivities continue onboard, turning what is normally a straightforward Florida-to-Tennessee hop into a flying pre-party for the Smokies.
Passengers who also purchase admission to Dollywood will receive additional perks the following day – 7 November – during Smoky Mountain Christmas, including complimentary exclusive ride time, reserved show seating, special treats, and other surprises. Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas has been named Best Theme Park Christmas Event 15 times by Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards, according to the park.
“Flight 925 is all about embracing the joy of travel,” Drew Wells, Allegiant’s Chief Commercial Officer, said in the announcement. “Partnering with Dollywood Parks & Resorts allows us to deliver a unique experience that reflects the best of both brands: great value, unforgettable moments, and the chance to create memories from the second you step on board.”
Flight 925 is all about embracing the joy of travel.
Drew Wells | Allegiant COO
Eugene Naughton, President of Dollywood Parks & Resorts, called it the park’s first-ever themed flight collaboration. Guests aboard Flight 925, he said, will enjoy “a fast—and fun—way to reach the Smokies,” including access to the new NightFlight Expedition coaster and a Christmas festival featuring more than six million lights.
Travelers who want the full experience can also book discounted lodging at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa or HeartSong Lodge & Resort, with up to 25 percent off Nov. 6 and 7 stays, a $100 resort credit, two park tickets with complimentary TimeSavers, and trolley transportation to the park.
A Leisure Airline Doing Leisure Things
Strip away the rhinestones, and it’s still classic Allegiant.
Founded in 1997, the Las Vegas-based airline built its business model around nonstop leisure routes linking smaller cities to vacation destinations. Knoxville has been one of Allegiant’s operating bases since 2018, making a Smoky Mountains tie-in feel less like a marketing stunt and more like brand consistency.
The announcement also lands during a major corporate chapter. In January 2026, Allegiant Travel Company revealed an agreement to acquire Sun Country Airlines in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion. The merger is expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending shareholder and regulatory approval. Until a single FAA operating certificate is issued, both airlines will continue operating separately.
Clock Out. Board 925.
Allegiant also extended its schedule through November 2026 as part of the announcement, giving travelers a chance to begin planning holiday season travel. I know, I know…it’s only February. But, as John F. Kennedy once said, the best time to repair a roof is when the sun is shining.
Flight #925 isn’t really about network strategy or corporate filings. It’s about the moment the boarding door closes, the engines spool, and the workday fades somewhere below FL300.
For one November departure, “working 9 to 5” becomes flying 925. The Smokies are waiting.
