I’m thinking of flying from Detroit to Salt Lake City and then back to Detroit from Las Vegas in a few weeks. Frontier has the cheapest tickets online, so I’m going with them, even though I’m choosing the basic economy because I want to save money.
Have you flown with Frontier before? Do they have a lot of delays and cancellations like Spirit Airlines?
I heard that with basic economy, you only get to bring a personal item for free. If you want to bring a carry-on, you have to pay extra, similar to how it works with Spirit. Do you know how much they charge for a carry-on?
Thanks, and I’m excited to hear your thoughts! Peace!
It’s a budget airline, so you get what you pay for. I’ve only flown with them once and didn’t have any issues. Everything is a la carte—you don’t even get free peanuts. The seats are uncomfortable but manageable. However, after paying for two carry-on bags, it ended up costing about the same as flying with American Airlines.
Frontier Airlines, like many low-cost carriers, has a mixed reputation regarding delays and cancellations. While not as notorious as Spirit Airlines, Frontier can still experience operational issues. It’s advisable to monitor your flight status and plan accordingly.
I’ve flown Frontier a few times, and it depends on what you prioritize. They offer rock-bottom ticket prices, but that comes with trade-offs. Seats are tight, you pay extra for everything from checked bags to drinks, and on-time performance isn’t amazing. However, for short trips where price is king, they can be a good option. Just be prepared for a bare-bones experience.
In general, passengers on a tight budget who are prepared to forgo some luxury and convenience in exchange for a lower fare may find that Frontier Airlines is a viable choice. Just remember to account for all additional costs when you book your flight.
Because this is a low-cost airline, you get what you pay for. They have only let me fly once, and I had no issues. Everything is customizable. Not even peanuts are given to you for free. The seats are not too bad, but uncomfortable. Nevertheless, the total cost would have been nearly the same if I had taken American Airlines after paying for my two carry-on baggage.
It sounds like you’re speculating about what might have happened with the gate agent. From your perspective, it seems that you followed the luggage guidelines but encountered issues with the gate agent, which led to frustration and possibly being removed from the flight. You also express dissatisfaction with Frontier’s customer service and suggest that their budget airline status comes with its own set of challenges. It’s unfortunate that your experience with Frontier hasn’t been positive, and it’s understandable that you feel frustrated by the situation.
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