Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2012
Net income	$ 31,831	$ 21,703
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized income (loss) on available-for-sale securities	83	(136)
Income tax (expense) benefit related to unrealized income (loss) on available-for-sale securities	(31)	50
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	52	(86)
Total comprehensive income	31,883	21,617
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interest	(101)
Comprehensive income attributable to Allegiant Travel Company	$ 31,984	$ 21,617