Bay-to-Beach Connections: A Shore Thing for Green Bay and Orange Beach

R. Peevy • July 7, 2026

A direct flight connects Alabama's sugar-sand coast to Green Bay's storied gridiron in under three hours.

Allegiant connects Gulf Shores to various destinations.

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  Swapping the sugar-sand beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast for the historic atmosphere of Lambeau Field might seem like an unlikely journey, but for SEC football fans, it is a quintessential bucket-list pilgrimage. Traveling from Gulf Shores (GUF) to Appleton/Green Bay (ATW) for a Green Bay Packers game has become remarkably convenient, thanks to non-stop service by Allegiant Air.


For travelers making the trek, the flight is brief, clocking in at approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. This direct connection allows fans to leave the coast and arrive in "Titletown, USA"—a destination that stands as a holy grail for football enthusiasts across the country—without the hassle of a long, multi-day drive.


The Packers have long maintained a strong connection to college football powerhouses, and this season is no exception. The current roster features 10 players hailing from Southeastern Conference (SEC) schools, bridging the gap between Southern football tradition and the cold-weather grit of the North. Among these contributors are two standouts from the University of Alabama, running back Josh Jacobs and safety Xavier McKinney, who bring their Crimson Tide experience to the Frozen Tundra.


The deep-rooted connection between Alabama and the Green Bay Packers truly began with one legendary figure: quarterback Bart Starr. A native of Montgomery, Alabama, Starr played his college football for the Crimson Tide before being drafted by the Packers in 1956. Under the guidance of coach Vince Lombardi, Starr transformed into a cornerstone of the franchise, leading the team to five NFL championships and victories in the first two Super Bowls, where he earned MVP honors both times. His legacy as a humble leader and elite playmaker not only established the Packers' dynasty but also created an enduring link between his home state and his adopted football family in Wisconsin.


While the route to Appleton is a favorite for football-bound travelers, Allegiant connects Gulf Shores to a variety of other destinations, making it easier than ever to explore the country from the Alabama coast. Currently, Gulf Shores International Airport offers non-stop service to the following cities:



  • Appleton / Green Bay (ATW)
  • Belleville / St. Louis (BLV)
  • Bentonville / Fayetteville (XNA)
  • Cincinnati (CVG)
  • Des Moines (DSM)
  • Huntsville (HSV)
  • Kansas City (MCI)
  • Knoxville (TYS)
  • Louisville (SDF)
  • Nashville (BNA)
  • Oklahoma City (OKC)
  • Omaha (OMA)
  • Springfield / Branson (SGF)


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