Flying Frontier Airlines for the First Time - Was It Worth It?

This was my first time flying Frontier Airlines. Is it really that bad?
💬 Comment and let me know what you think about Frontier Airlines.
Tips for flying Frontier Airlines
1. Set your expectations LOW
2. Expect to pay for everything
3. Follow their baggage rules
Flying Frontier is not ideal, but it does get you from point A to B. Just hope there are no flight delays and cancellations.
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[@ernestoramirez7466]

I had a family emergency out of state which I was not concerned about bringing luggage. Went from Austin to Grand Rapids, mi for $52 one way on their one way flight destination special. Then in Grand Rapids I flew back on southwest for $120 with suitcase and clothes I got from family. I had no problem with frontier. A to B is the goal.

[@littlesongbird1]

"A to B is the goal." I think you hit the nail on the head for how you need to approach budget airlines. If it not about comfort or amenities and just get me to where I am going these are perfect. I have not flown with Frontier and the videos of them making people check bags that should be personal sized is scaring me into not going with them. Though to be fair, I think sometimes its the customers feeling entitled. You know when you book what the size limits are and I never even had an airline ask me to size my backpack which is exactly 18in x 8in x 4 inch and I find that if you pack smart you can easily back for a few days using it .

[@jeanpierre9539]

Exactly! Just get me to my destination. I don’t need the private jet experience.. lol

[@rickyr7790]

Lmao account ran by frontier I bet. A to B is the goal until your flight gets oversold and you are fighting with their team over what’s personal and carryon. F0H

[@maxbang1813]

I'm so sorry about your family emergency. Hope things are OK. But if you think you are only paying $52.oo for a flight you need to understand the word FRAUD!!!!

[@johngentry4812]

My flight was cancelled and never received any type of notification. I received regular adds on email but nothing regarding the cancellation. There’s no way to contact the company by phone!! Beware!!!!

[@tjnyc]

My issue with Frontier is what you said at the end, if something goes wrong it's a sh*t show. Frontier has cancelled 3 flights on me in 2 months and I had to rebook on other airlines paying much higher prices. Too many bad experiences on Frontier airlines.

[@SamanthaMartin0718]

@tjnyc what other airlines did you re book on?

[@madbreakers5853]

I have the 100k elite status with Frontier. I also has the go wild pass. Which means I can fly for $15 with the bundle package for free. So no additional cost for bags or any seat. I can also extend the free bundle package to 8 other people and we can all sit together in the front for free. Going to Vegas with 3 other peoples. Total cost round trip for all 4 of use is less the $300! That’s includes bags and front stretch seats. It’s great!

[@SuperYova]

Flew Frontier this summer from Orlando - Las Vegas, with just a personal item (small backpack). Prior to the departure date they significantly changed the flight time from evening to morning. On the day of departure, though no one checked our item size, there was a 3 hour delay in Orlando due to mechanical issue, arrived in Vegas and experienced an aborted landing. On the return from Vegas, item sizes were checked, and there was a 2 hour delay due to miscalculation of plane weight because of having to carry extra fuel for storms and the effects of the intense heat. 40 people had to deplane in order to be allowed to leave. The reason I took Frontier on this trip was they're the only ones at the time who offered non-stop flights between the two cities. It was my first time flying with them. It was an interesting experience, but I must say the staff were good.

[@astrologyfactor8588]

Good video, I'm flying Frontier Airlines soon. Just trying to get a feel for what to expect. You made a very informative video. Thanks!

[@particely]

Same here, I never traveled before so this helps to get an idea of what I'm getting into

[@alfredoleiva5522]

I fly regularly with spirit and frontier. The key is only to fly with a backpack the size of the personal item requirements. I flew this same route recently but roundtrip and my flight was only $38 so a massive deal. Also in terms of the gate agents checking bag sizes I’ve found that Las Vegas is really strict so keep that in mind.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

Good to know! I booked pretty last minute so my ticket was more expensive. But you’re right you can find a good deal if you know the bag rules and your backpack fits the sizer

[@eludegonewild]

do they have tvs on any parts of the frontier planes?? thats literally all i care about

[@hhwin2198]

@@eludegonewildno tvs. You can watch your own thing on your phone.

[@jaypenn5117]

Dont fly them it is not worth it.

[@LovableMe137]

Video was definitely helpful and you have a great voice! God bless

[@reneecopeland1095]

Thanks for doing that and sharing with us!

[@MaxMilesPoints]

You’re welcome! Glad you found it helpful!

[@5Ring]

I flew Frontier from Orlando to Cancun and will never fly them ANYWHERE again. Trip out was fine; I had a backpack and a small carry-on. No baggage fees. Trip back was a different story. Turns out, even their employees don't want to fly Frontier and they delayed me overnight in Cancun. Frontier is the ONLY US airline that does not comp a meal and room for overnight cancelations. They cancelled my flight, I tried to go back through security, and they said a gate agent would have to escort me through customs (though I hadn't left Mexico). Went back to the gate and there was no one there. I ended up spending the night in the Cancun Airport, sleeping on a wooden bench at Guy Fieri's burger place after it closed. I was even hassled by Security while I was trying to sleep (Los Cinco Soles really needs to decrease the music volume after hours). Finally, 14hrs after my initial flight was scheduled, my 54-year-old sore butt got on a plane for Florida. BTW, the reason they cancelled my initial flight was lack of adequate crew. Apparently, their employees don't want to fly Frontier either. Worst travel experience I've ever had. Never again.

[@bbag5358]

I’m sorry that happened

[@zachpangus7584]

Also at each terminal we had bag checks with weight scales with room to redistribute bag content. Also bag checkers at gate before agent and at the agent.

[@amya.5852]

Hey thanks for the video, very helpful. Subscribed and looking forward to checking out more content. I flew from Orlando to Vegas on Frontier years ago. It was perfectly fine as well. But now I'm thinking about taking my whole family to DC so, have to vet them a little more so that they will be comfortable/happy.

[@danielgarcia7198]

Max, that banh mi is the best . We go to that spot in Westminster(or garden grove?)every time we visit the oc. Thanks for this video, very informative.

[@OKZK_Bros]

this is perfect im doing this exact same trip in august and always hear horror stories about frontier. Thanks for the video

[@OKZK_Bros]

update! my flight isn't for another month and frontier pushed my flight back from 11:30am to 6:55pm departure to vegas!! . I took the refund how are you gonna do this a month in advance? lol. Flying jetblue out of LAX now. never again

[@davidkinney8506]

Frontier finalizes schedules just over a month prior, typically about the 20th of the month. So we got the final schedule for March in late January. Anything before that is subject to change.

[@andrewbeach1685]

Love the free trail mix under the seats 7:55

[@Suat_senocak]

I fly for pleasure. And worrying about cancellations or bag size is against my pleasure. Delta is always my number one airline, with free wifi, best economy cabin

[@daledonaldson3672]

That wifi isn’t “free”. It’s included in the bloated fare.

[@pelua_7903]

@@daledonaldson3672the fare may be bloated but one things for sure is we gonna travel COMFY honey 😂

[@kunal123bachhav]

I have found the prices to be cheaper if you visit the airport to book flights for all the low-cost carriers. You have to pay hourly parking fees but you usually save around $30-40 one-way so it is worth it. I have flown from OAK-LAS one-way for $15 with this strategy with Allegiant.

[@amettrodriguez5456]

When you book at the airport, do you typically buy for same day travel or can you go to the airport to purchase a flight months in advance and still save money?

[@kunal123bachhav]

@@amettrodriguez5456 No, you can book flights for future travel. I have booked flights at least a month in advance.

[@onikurmi]

I have a friend who does it always. And you confirmed it 🎉

[@marcelah505]

Nice soothing voice, thank you

[@adabrosier7854]

First time today and last time! Thanks for sharing this video. I am stuck in Denver for all sorts of problems..their staff is burned out and I feel worst for them

[@Jenniinavarro]

So glad to have ran into your video bc I’m also trying frontier for the first time and in SNA 😅so relieved it’s not as bad there.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

From the one time I flew out of there it wasn't bad. Hope that's the case for you too!

[@MTVlogs]

Spirit recently updated the interior of their planes and tray tables are standard size. However, some planes that haven't been upgraded have the tiny tray tables.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

Good to know thanks for sharing!

[@jqgoldstriker8096]

Yes, also they recently took delivery of their first A321Neo with extra seat width of half inch, middle seats an extra whole inch!

[@cameroncurrie7208]

I'm Canadian and when I fly to Vegas the plane is full so they offer to check my carry on for free. The reason is when the plane is full she said all the carry on won't fit on a full flight. So in Frontiers case they just say it's to big so you pay to check it..

[@hughcoffman1721]

You mentioned this several times, follow their baggage rules. A lot of those other videos show the passengers do not follow the rules and then blame Frontier. Before I fly, I always weigh my checked baggage and with airlines like Frontier, I make sure my checked, carryons and/or personal baggage are the correct size.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

💯 agree I think following the bag rules is key. Expect that the rules will be enforced and you follow the rules won’t have any problems

[@littlesongbird1]

Agreed. I have flown with just a personal sized item on American Airlines and Spirit and never had an issue. The trick is to research the size and and measure after packing to make sure it is not overstuffed. The couple of times I saw a couple of people being charged was when the bag was clearly too big but of course they raised a fuss about it.

[@dannielynsalison2979]

Wow my bag fit perfectly under the seat and i have to pay for a carry on. How funny . I will never travel with this airline again.

[@douglasokwara3586]

What happens when it’s bigger or over! They won’t let you fly or you just pay for it?

[@MaxMilesPoints]

@@douglasokwara3586 you pay for it

[@travelwithchristina3960]

The stretch seating has a normal tray but the regular seats have that hilariously small tray like Spirit. I remember laughing the first time I’ve seen it.

[@roslyncokes4618]

They only size your bag if you don't pre-purchase a carry on....if your bag doesn't fit personal item, they check carry on size; if it fits good if not you're charged for a checked bag

[@ACGator03]

Great review

[@WesternmassandCtplanespotter]

I’m screwed, I’m going on frontier from BDL to SJU in august. that’s about a 3 - 4 hour flight. I flown spirit from BDL to MRY 1 year ago and it was torture. you said that the seats were uncomfortable so I am not excited.

[@rayray877]

Hi Max, was the complimentary water from a bottled water? I’ve read not to drink the water that’s from the airplanes system.

[@Elisha_Dawn]

I always fly Frontier or Southwest between PDX and BNA. My last trip was a few weeks ago, and I paid $424 round trip, including $48 each way for my checked bag. At the airport in Portland, there's a generic kiosk to check in but not in Nashville. Frontier water in a tiny cup is free. I've never been questioned about my bags. The only people that have a problem are people who want to take a bag that is obviously a carry-on size but want it treated like a personal size. Besides having to pay for luggage, the one thing I wish they would change is assigned seats. It never fails that a family purchases their seats together but get assigned seats that are apart.

[@zachpangus7584]

I just flew frontier from Dal to ORL and back. Didn't see any bag controversy . I paid for 2 carry ons. They eye balled my kids back packs but let us go. I was worried. Paid carry on ahead of time didn't wanna give the gate agent the satisfaction of getting commission on my bag.

[@rogerchanin6786]

Maybe I'm just unlucky but 3/4 times of flown Frontier the airplane has not been able to take me from location A to Location B due to mechanical issues

[@LordVader5738]

If you have an airport near by, you can buy your tickets at the Frontier desk and they will waive the Carrier Interface Fee. This is usually set at $23 per person, per flight. So in a round trip it is $46 per person. I bought my roundtrip to Orlando at the Frontier desk, and I will be flying from Windsor Locks, CT to Orlando, Florida, and back, for $41.96. All it took was 5 minutes at the Frontier desk, and I had my friend driving around waiting for me while I got the tickets. Also, make sure you buy a personal item that can fit under the seat. This will save you on the carry-on cost. As you said, set those expectations very low. You are taking a bus ride to your destination! That is it! Literally an "Airbus". However, you could go to your vacation, and come back, all for the cost of a tank of gas. That is a great deal in my opinion.

[@davidkinney8506]

If you buy at the airport remember that bags purchased in that system are priced at airport prices and it is cheaper to get them online.

[@Prodigious1One]

Sounds like a good experience.

[@Tony36847]

Pro tip: if you arrive at the D gates in Las Vegas and don't have checked baggage, always use terminal 3 for ground transportation. It's much less busy and way easier to get an Uber

[@kyledrinksmonster3357]

Would a small Jansport back pack count as personal item

[@kevindo3365]

Hi Max. Can you at some point doing travel outfit and brands? Thank you

[@virginianalangan6786]

Thank you.

[@leroystea8069]

Actually, I figured it out. Awesome video.

[@MrsRamos-yy8dk]

Is there a limit weight for a personal bag?

[@blueredfinch]

great video, thanks for posting. for the Size: 14"H X 18"W X 8"D including handles, wheels and straps, as long it within that you are ok? how would you compare this to spirit?

[@CHENZHU-p7c]

Thanks for sharing the video, it is very helpful. However I am kind of worry about my coming trip with Frontier from EWR to SJU.

[@Sky1]

Does the Airplane Restoom take quarters or can you pay by credit card and is the toilet paper included?

[@Sky1]

Do you have to chip in for gas or it it included in the ticket price?

[@Jay-L]

I think the experience is much different if it's a longer flight. Short flight is doable.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

haha yes, i could've flown to Denver but decided I don't want to push my luck and decided to fly to Vegas for the short flight instead

[@Jay-L]

​@@MaxMilesPoints When was this filmed? Feels like early March.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

@@Jay-L last week

[@mikimiki195]

Do you know if you are allowed to have personal bag plus Fanny pack or belt bag?

[@KS-kr4ok]

a relative worked for Frontier. He admitted they did not want people to check bag sizer. At the gate if the gate agent can demand the bag be checked, the gate agent gets a bonus or commission for each bag they can charge a checked bag fee for. .

[@BigAP92]

As someone who routinely flys Spirit/Frontier, I always travel with just a backpack, likely the size of yours, I don’t pay for a carry on so technically it’s my “personal item” and I have never once been flagged Obviously there’s some risk as it’s clearly bigger than the dimensions they state on their site for a personal item, so maybe I’ve just gotten lucky but again if I’ve taken 100 flights, not once been charged

[@MaxMilesPoints]

They didn’t size bags on my flight. But I’ve heard that there are flights where they were sizing everyone’s bag

[@cassandraakens7373]

Thank you for this!!! This helped me make a much more informed decision for my flight and planning.

[@leyllalp2379]

Thanks

[@zachpangus7584]

Your spirit airline pic of the tray is the tray I had. Really tiny

[@billj9838]

My travel agent will not book, frontier or spirit. Too much drama too many delays too many cancellations. It has ruined numerous trips that he had planned for months. So he took the stand of never booking with those two airlines ever again.

[@ericedwards3055]

I just had to pay 62 online early for carry on with frontier few weeks ago

[@kathy9132]

Just say no to Frontier! I purchased the right to check a bag on a return flight 4 days after my departure flight. When I arrived at the airport to return home, I learned that they applied my baggage purchase to a flight I had completed 4 days prior to my purchase. As a result, I had to pay again to check my bag. It cost me. It cost me $36 more than my original purchase, and they would only reimburse me for the original purchase. The added expense was because we purchased last minute at the airport from an agent. Do you think the agent got that money? Not likely! Just say no to Frontier!

[@seresar1574]

The only issue that I have had with them consistently are the last-minute gate changes

[@buckyperchski-mc2vo]

The last few flights on Frontier that I flew on, were ontime (believe it or not), but when we landed, there was no gate, so we sat on the tarmac for 1.5 hours each time waiting for a gate. No thanks..... They lost me. Wouldn't fly them for free.

[@michaelreilly3100]

Just missed our flight to Tampa due to last minute gate change. No text notifications? Seriously?

[@Sky1]

Water is free but how much was the cup and the disposal fee?

[@Kcrash5]

Wow your flight actually took off! Better than the majority of frontier flights! Congratulations on winning the frontier lottery. Don’t press your luck though.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

haha I was thinking the same

[@oystersfearme]

I fly frontier all the time and love them.

[@BraveNewgirl100]

You got assigned the stretch seat!!!

[@cloudstreets1396]

Something to keep in mind at Frontier: being ranked dead last in customer satisfaction and on time performance is a goal for Frontier. If they rank higher that means they are spending too much money somewhere on operations. They make money on operational cost cutting (including passing costs to their pilots and flight attendants) and gouging their customers. They assign no value to providing a quality product, because they feel they have a captured customer base. Poor people. Why spend money on customer experience when your customer will fly with you anyway without that effort? That is Frontier.

[@gparyani]

Quick tip: you save $23 by booking your ticket in person at the airport. If you look at the final taxes/fees when buying online, you'll see a charge for booking online.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

Thanks for the tip! I’m aware but its logistically it’s hard to get to the airport just to buy a ticket

[@gparyani]

@@MaxMilesPoints True. However, if you're flying round-trip or buying tickets for multiple people, it's absolutely worth it. For instance, a family of four taking a round-trip would save $184.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

@@gparyani I’ll keep that in mind next time. I just status matched to frontier so I might be flying frontier more often now haha

[@ericedwards3055]

So you made it to Vegas. Did you make it back? We went from Tampa to Atlanta and had to pay out of pocket for 2 days being stranded due to mechanical issues.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

Flew JSX back in my recent video kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaSQgaOrm812mdE

[@AntiHeroKaiser]

I fly Frontier as they are at my local small airport. I’ve actually never had any issues. But I also don’t fly that much.

[@candice72204]

Flew frontier from Tampa to Cleveland Ohio and back to Tampa on the way to Cleveland had absolutely not one issue besides the basic economy seats being very very cramped so cramped and the tray tables were the teeny tiny metal ones. I sat window both times no extra room. On the way there we arrived like 30 minutes early which was nice. Now let me say the way back to Tampa was not good at all so bad that I don’t think I’ll ever ride frontier again. First off I left the hotel at about 10:30 am got to the airport at about 11 am. Our plane was set to leave at about 2:25 ish and set to land in Tampa at about 4:45 ish. Boarding was set for 1:28 pm. Well I got there went to check my bag in and the screen said it was a little too early that it had to be 2 hours prior to the departure time. So I sat there and was waiting for it to be the 2 hour mark. As I sat there I got a notification through the frontier app saying my flight was delayed. I thought how delayed could it be maybe like 30 min to an hour. Well I looked and my 2:25 pm flight now wasn’t leaving until 7:03. Mean while it’s only 11:15 am. I had no where to go. So I stayed there and was waiting. Got my bag checked in and went through tsa asked the tsa guy if this was a common thing with frontier and he did in fact say it happens with almost every single flight. So then I went and was waiting at the gait. 2:30 comes around and I get another notification saying the flight won’t be leaving until now 7:54 pm. So annoyed. I tried to get a free food voucher but the lady I spoke to was absolutely so rude and said I couldn’t get one. (Even though it’s frontier’s policy). Well at about 4:45 I get another notification now it’s not leaving until 8:03 and arriving at about 10:15 pm. Luckily that was the last and final delay. Sat the entire day in the airport. The seats was very very cramped and tight in the plane. So tight my personal bag would barely fit under the seat in front of me even though it fit in the sizer with no issues. Had about an 18 hour day that day. Never again will I fly frontier. The only good thing was the prices.

[@leroystea8069]

Hello Max Miles Points, I have my booking all set for Frontier Airlines, Detroit to California with a layover in Denver. Paid for carry on but since I am flying solo I didn't see the need to pay for seat selection. Is the seat selection automatically printed on my boarding pass or do I need to see a Frontier Airlines person? Love your video, was very helpful.

[@eyitsmarcus]

You'll check in 24 hrs prior. It'll be on boarding pass on app/emailed to you.

[@leroystea8069]

@@eyitsmarcus thanks. Yes I have it.

[@wingb7846]

When I saw you bought banh mi from this shop. I know you are a legit foodie 🎉.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

hahah the its the OG banh mi place in the OC!

[@liberty2four2]

my concern is if there's a 'delay' - I'm seeing lots of reviews against Frontier about flight-delay

[@Mermare]

Only use Frontier last minute. Otherwise they will absolutely jack around the flight times. Total bait and switch.

[@aril7224]

Ticket price is ok if you get a good deal, found frontier extremely expensive with the costs of carry on and checked bags. Just not worth it if traveling w/family.

[@davidkinney8506]

If everyone in your family needs their own checked bag and carry-on sure, if you can share it's a great deal.

[@lizethmarin6762]

so you did end up paying for printing a ticket?

[@pauloserrano1491]

What jacket are you wearing?

[@darkness919]

I had a terrible experience with frontier. Arrived an hr and half before our flight. Waited in line for over an hour to check our bags. Front desk person was a jerk! Right before it was our turn tells everyone in line the flight was overbooked. Never again!!

[@MaxMilesPoints]

🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️ yikesss

[@MotivaliantMindset]

So my bookbag, would it go in right-side up or sideways in the bag checker?

[@pyrexcookin]

doesn't matter

[@mlodyme3675]

We took two trips (one in 2023 and one in 2024) to Dominic republic via Frontier - about 20 people each time (friends and family) and no one has had any issues. The key like you sad, know the rules, play by the rules; but that principle applies to everything you do in the life so should be no surprise to anyone.

[@YUHJKT]

So on Frontier Airlines sells Dasani bottled water for, basically, $30.⁰⁰ a gallon if you do the math. Thank God it's not gasoline.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

😂good point never really did the math like that

[@MrPs3tube]

Great review but I think you were a little liberal with your height so it throws off the perspective of the seating space. But overall great review very detailed

[@MT-8404]

15 years I've had my small oakley backpack. 15 years I've flown countless times on various flights. 15 years of flying this bag as my personal item and it was placed under my seat on every flight. I fly frontier 1 time and they say it's too big

[@Enterpooluwu]

hows the ac?

[@DallinBunnell]

I've had a decent experience with fronteir. I've tried most budget airlines recently. From best to worst: Breeze, Frontier/Allegiant (almost the same for me), Spirit. If you can get away with a small backpack that fits as a personal item, these are not really that bad. We've also paid for a checked bag - for 2 or 3 people to share, and it's not so bad. The carry on bags just kill me, so I will not do that with any of these budget airlines.

[@brittneysmodernlife]

When I was flying Frontier (pre pandemic) I always checked my bag, it was $30 each way, and a personal item. I never had to worry about paying for my carry on at the gate bc I didn't bring one. Problem solved. *I don't know how much a checked bag is now* If you understand your limitations, you won't have to deal with extra fees.

[@vickiamundsen2933]

Sorry, might be a silly question, but... Google maps has that being a 4 hour, 268 mile drive. Why would you fly it? You don't save any time (by the time you've negotiated two airports) and it would cost about $80 in gas, versus $125 flying.

[@MaxMilesPoints]

45 minutes at both ends of the flight, I don't have checked bags. Flight time is an 1.5 hours, give or take. Thats a total 3 hours of travel time. So, saving an hour there, not having to do the actual driving and sitting back and doing work for the 1.5-hour flight, not having to put miles on my car, not having to deal with traffic are all the reasons why I'd gladly pay the extra $45 to fly.

[@buckyperchski-mc2vo]

They are late, cancelled more than 50% of the time I have flown Frontier. Also they don't know how to handle unruly passengers.... which there have been many on my flights. I don't fly Frontier or Sprit anymore. If you can tolerate all the regular abnormalities, then saving money is the only benefit.

[@donnywaite5920]

At least your flight took off, they canceled our flight to Denver last night after we were in the cabin for 2 hours. NO other flight to our destination was offered for 5 days (a day after our scheduled return flight). Received a $100 voucher and the only way to our destination on a last minute flight was a $800 flight with United. DONT TRUST FRONTIER PAY THE EXTRA $$.

[@davidkinney8506]

The issue with this is that Frontier is a much smaller airline than the big four, American, Delta, United and Southwest. Frontier has less than 150 aircraft currently, and over 200 on order. United has well over 900 mainline aircraft, which does not include the regional jets flown under the United Connection brand. The effect is exactly what you have dealt with: when cancellations happen there isn't a network to absorb the passengers on alternate flights.

[@KatieJo317]

I will stick with Southwest , sounds like by the time you pay all those fees and all the hassle doesn’t sound worth it to me! Southwest is very budget friendly to me and I always have points anyways havjng a rapid rewards account

[@joeynyc1000]

Stay away first time yesterday my flight was 6:30 pm change 3 time i get to my destination at 1:00 am bag at 1:15 am bag came out at 2am i get home 3am i will never tKe this airline again

[@sg214]

OG knows to do some stretches before ordering banh mi

[@snakeshadows6993]

I've flown with Frontier in the past, and I've had no issues. Spirit Airlines on the other hand was a different story.

[@305youtuber]

listen, i have flown frontier several times and unless you plan on trying to take your entire wardrobe with you, then it's a very good bargain valued flight that you likely won't get with some other airlines 👍

[@MajorMotions]

Do they offer wifi service you can pay for?

[@SamanthaMartin0718]

@MajorMotions not that I know of

[@KS-kr4ok]

I fly wearing a scotty coat. I put extra shirts and some other clothes in the pockets. The coat can be out on the seat for extra padding.

[@davidperry4013]

I flew frontier airlines from DFW to Vegas and back. I’m pleasantly surprise. The seats are hard but it’s at least a little bit comfortable. I flew the stretch seats on the way back and though it’s still hard, it’s actually very comfortable.

[@cathydancy5081]

The first time I ever flew in 67 years and I had the nerve to pick frontier airlines because of the price but to let people know it's not worth it I had a hour layover in Orlando Florida that turned into 10 hours also they kept switching the boarding gate over 5 times Never will I fly Frontier airlines again save and take a flight by another airline by the time you pay for everything frontier wants u to pay for you just as well had book u a flight on one of the major airlines

[@KarynStJohn-ng1ze]

Flying from PA was a breeze but from Orlando was the shit show

[@Dylan-zp9jk]

Flew frointer last week.... Had a layover in Las Vegas and as soon as we land my second flight to Denver gets canceled. After trying multiple way to get a refund I have been informed by employees I will not be receiving a refund. Will never fly again

[@MaxMilesPoints]

This is a common thing it seems like. If there’s any sort of irregular operation issues you’re sht out of luck with frontier

[@MTVlogs]

Wow, even Spirit refunded my girlfriend after her flight was cancelled. Granted you had to either call or use their online chat.

[@mr.z3703]

Ppl may not care and you may already know this, but for the ones that don’t. DO NOT FLY W/ Frontier. They advertise this amazingly low round trip price. But what isn’t as clear is, now no bags are free, not a single one. If you buy the bags before hand which is the cheapest option, it was $500 to get them there and back. Yes, with them you gotta pay per person, per direction. Then if you’re not there In specific window that only they have, they close down the bags super early, earlier than all the other airlines, then you have to pay for a rescheduled flight, for $100 per person. So that $300 round trip is now $1,000. We paid more for bags than the rental car.

[@timoortiz8732]

"Set your expectations then lower your expectations," had me laughing almost spit my beer out.

[@daafterhrs]

SO I BOUGHT THE MONTHLY GO. WILD PASS TO TRY IT OUT. AND MY FIRST FLIGHT WAS CANCELLED.. WHICH MADE BOTH FLIGHTS CANCELLED SINCE THE PLANE I WAS GOING ON. THE PILOTS NEEDED REST..... YES I SSAID THAT RIGHT. SO STRIKE 1. I LOVE THE SAVINGS IDEA BUT ITS LIKE GAMBLING WITH THEM SO FAR.. ESPECIALLY NOW ITS ABOUT TO BE SUMMER. THEY NEED MORE CAPACITY

[@daafterhrs]

THANK GOD FOR THE FAA NEW RULES.. I GOT A FULL REFUND

[@user-qk7fx7rf2q]

Frontier is decent for a one way short trip if you only bring a personal item

[@kingcrab750]

If it's winter time i would bring a large jacket with lots of pockets for personal items so the the actual personal item can stay within airline's limit. I am a small guy, weigh only 120lb, i think airlines should take that into consideration, smaller guys should have more allowance in the area of personal item.

[@Robert_A_Keyboards4948]

The key words are first time. If you fly more than once you will experience the bad things about Frontier at it's worse. Even if you accept the limitations for the low cost, I still fell like they nickle and dime you to get the money back that the original fare would have been on another airline. Now if you are flying really light with a small carry on and a small personal item (small for real, cause they are checking it) and don't have the money for bigger fares, then Frontier is okay. Of course anything else you need they are charging you also.

[@NicksDynasty]

I am glad low-cost carriers exist

[@Nooneoneoneoeneone]

Frontier do not play with they luggage once I took a flight and the luggage was more expensive than the flight itself

[@GY6SCOOTERCHAT]

You’re brave using Ryan Air

[@JohnJohnson-dy3pb]

baggage fees are the worst, 40lbs max @ $65. Almost as much as the seat.