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$34 Find Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Columbus

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Cheapest round-trip
$88
Typical prices: $228-$119
Frontier
Thu 7/2Thu 7/9
ATL - CMH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$34
Typical prices: $105-$293
Frontier
Thu 8/6
ATL - CMH • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $158 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Columbus (ATL-CMH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Columbus that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Columbus

Thu, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 9
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3:25 pm - 5:05 pm
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1h 40mnonstop
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5:44 pm - 7:27 pm
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1h 43mnonstop
$88Frontier
Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jun 30
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3:25 pm - 5:05 pm
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1h 40mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 7:43 pm
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1h 43mnonstop
$92Frontier
Tue, Jun 23 - Thu, Jul 2
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3:25 pm - 5:05 pm
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1h 40mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 7:43 pm
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1h 43mnonstop
$93Frontier
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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3:55 pm - 5:33 pm
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1h 38mnonstop
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6:28 pm - 8:15 pm
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ATL
1h 47mnonstop
$106Frontier
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 17
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3:32 pm - 5:12 pm
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1h 40mnonstop
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6:28 pm - 8:15 pm
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1h 47mnonstop
$108Frontier
Tue, Jun 23 - Sun, Jun 28
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3:25 pm - 5:05 pm
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1h 40mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 7:43 pm
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1h 43mnonstop
$110Frontier
Fri, Jul 3 - Mon, Jul 13
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3:42 pm - 5:21 pm
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1h 39mnonstop
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5:16 pm - 7:00 pm
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1h 44mnonstop
$119Delta
Fri, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 2
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3:25 pm - 5:00 pm
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1h 35mnonstop
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6:50 am - 12:15 pm
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5h 25m
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$120Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 15
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3:55 pm - 5:33 pm
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1h 38mnonstop
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6:11 pm - 7:58 pm
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1h 47mnonstop
$128Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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1h 30mnonstop
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11:06 am - 12:43 pm
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1h 37mnonstop
$129Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Atlanta to Columbus flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Atlanta to Columbus to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport departing in July.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Columbus?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Atlanta to Columbus Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Atlanta to Columbus, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Columbus back to Atlanta, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Columbus Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Atlanta to Columbus Airport is July, where tickets cost $137 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $307 and $277 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Atlanta to Columbus Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $147, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Columbus

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$34
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 34% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Atlanta to Columbus based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Atlanta to Columbus flights

  • What facilities are children-friendly at the departure airport?

    Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has children's play areas where your children can blow off some steam before your flight. Sometimes it can get hectic traveling with kids, and these play areas come in handy. They engage your children and allow you some peace of mind before boarding your flight.

  • Is Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport accessible to passengers with limited mobility?

    Passengers with reduced mobility will find the departure airport accessible to wheelchairs. There are also wheelchair service providers at the airport that offer special services, such as helping passengers get to their gates. For more accessibility, there are ramps and wheelchair-accessible elevators. We recommend contacting your airline before your flight for better services.

  • Can I rent a car at the arrival airport?

    The airport allows you access to about nine car rental companies for more convenience. There are purple lines at the airport directing passengers to the arrivals level, where they can take a shuttle to the car rental center that houses all the car rental agencies. The companies offer a wide range of vehicles, from small to large, to give you a myriad of options to choose from.

  • Can I park at the departure airport?

    Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has well-lit and fenced parking spaces with charging stations for passengers with electric cars. The parking lot is located near the international terminal making it more convenient for international travelers. We recommend making a reservation, as the airport will honor your reservations if spaces are filled up.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport was $34 for a one-way ticket and $88 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Atlanta and Columbus?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Atlanta to Columbus. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Atlanta to Columbus?

    Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Atlanta to Columbus flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Atlanta to Columbus?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Atlanta to Columbus flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Atlanta to Columbus?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Atlanta and Columbus, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Atlanta to Columbus?

    There are nonstop flights from Atlanta to Columbus on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Atlanta to Columbus, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Atlanta to Columbus are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $255 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $189 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Atlanta to Columbus?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Atlanta to Columbus.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Atlanta to Columbus?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbus from Atlanta is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Atlanta to Columbus?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Columbus with an airline and back to Atlanta with another airline. Booking your flights between Atlanta and CMH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Atlanta to Columbus?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Columbus from Atlanta up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Atlanta to Columbus Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $68 or less one-way and $119 or less round-trip.
  • When traveling from Atlanta to Columbus, the most convenient airport to use is Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). This airport is the nearest to the city center and is only 8 miles away.
  • Columbus is served by John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), approximately 6 miles from downtown Columbus. You can leave the airport using several transportation options, including rideshare, taxis, and public transportation. We recommend using the COTA bus line as it is efficient and affordable. A taxi is, however, a better option if you are looking for comfort and convenience.
  • Nursing mothers can access nursing rooms aimed at making traveling with young kids accessible and less intimidating. John Glenn Columbus International Airport has nursing lounges in all concourses that provide comfortable and private spaces for breastfeeding and breast-pumping. The rooms have charging ports for breast pumps.
  • If you have a delayed flight or an early flight, consider staying in one of the hotels near the airport to avoid running late. Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has access to several hotels providing state-of-the-art amenities and shuttle services to the airport. You can stay at Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel, Airport Marriott Gateway, and Springhill Suites Atlanta Airport Gateway, a few miles from the departure airport.
  • There are no non-stop flights operating from Atlanta to Columbus. However, consider one of the many connecting flights from Atlanta. They generally add some extra hours to your flight depending on the number of stopovers the flight has. The most common layover occurs at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to Columbus?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Columbus.
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Columbus Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Columbus

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Columbus to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Atlanta to Columbus

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Atlanta to Columbus. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Atlanta to Columbus? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4237 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
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there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
OKC - LAS
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there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

I don't know why flying out of Sarasota requires two plane changes.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

Only beverages were offered to first class and I thought the flight attendant could have also served the Delta Comfort as well instead of sitting down and staring at her phone and walking past all of us to the back of the plane to charge her phone more. There was a complete lack of turbulence and was safe enough for flights attendant to walk around in the front of the plane, collect trash and serve a few people water and turn off the seat belt light. Also didn’t enforce people putting their seats into the upright position and allowed two passengers to remain reclined during landing. They seemed out to lunch completely. Usually my experience on Delta is much better.

Definitely a southern flavor. Cordiality was evident even though no drinks or snacks were served.

No service flight that took 5 hrs and a stop at an unscheduled airport. Crew and pilots did their jobs

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

Delta does a great job with entertainment and free wifi. I can still be in touch with my colleagues while in the air.

In a world of delays, Delta was on time both ways! Boarding was fast and efficient. Staff was friendly. AND wifi worked.

No entertainment. Plane was so small had to pink tag a carry on ive used for 20 years easily on board. The fact the flight got in at midnight, had to wait for crew in fort wayne to allow the plane to approach the gate, THEN had to wait for bag on jet bridge made experience irritating at best.

Overall Good! The weather delayed our takeoff from Atlanta and our arrival in Miami! If Mother Nature can mess up a flight she will do it every time!

Subpar. The seating on the plane is almost unbearable. We are literally touching and/or sitting on each other which is totally unacceptable and shameful. Pilots and crew was very accommodating and friendly.

During the flight, the only refreshments provided were crackers and soft drinks; no substantial food was offered despite the international route. Furthermore, our initial flight was delayed, causing us to miss the connecting flight in Atlanta. The airline did not hold the connection, and we were informed that the next available flight is not for another 24 hours. While I am aware of alternative options via JetBlue, they operate out of JFK, which is not a viable solution for us as a resident of New Jersey.

The flight attendants were extremely sourly and borderline rude. I did not feel appreciated as an AA customer once.

The flight back to Dallas was delayed, which has happened to me several times with American Airlines. There was no announcement, no update sent out, no compensation offered for the inconvenience.

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

Our flight from JFK to Madrid was delayed. We had to go from one side of the Madrid airport (Terminal 4s to the far end of terminal 4 - Gate K98) to our gate in less than 30 minutes. Put passport control and security/baggage check and that’s very hard unless you’re Usain Bolt. I called Iberia Airlines and the telephone customer service told me that I was going to have to pay to re-book. Luckily the help desk in the airport (who was dealing with dozens of people from the same JFK-Madrid flight) did not charge us extra to reschedule to a flight 8 hours later. They also gave us a voucher for breakfast and lunch. Glad the actual person at the airport had some actual sense.

As always, most AA flights that we fly are almost ALWAYS delayed and that too multiple times. Very frustrating

Boarding was smooth and seamless and the flight was without incident.

Our flight was repeatedly delayed for maintenance problems: scheduled for 9.30am, eventually delayed to 7pm! Very very inconvenient! AA should have provided a substitute plane much earlier.. On the other hand, Customer Service crew in Charlotte helped us to reach NY (LGA) by late afternoon. Thank you Patricia!! The actual flight was quick and very comfortable. As always a. excellent, professional crew. [no food on a a short hop).

Take-off delayed an hour because of a missing flight officer, so,arrived in Charlotte lates causing many passengers to miss connections. Otherwise a very good flight, safe and comfortable, with an excellent professional crew.

Little time between flight from Dallas to flight to Gainesville. We chose this one, 43 minutes between, because the price for a connection with at least an hour between, was so much higher. Had to ask passengers on the Dallas flight to please allow us to deplane ahead of them. The economy passengers allowed this. We had to walk very fast to the next gate, 35 gates away. Thankfully all in the same terminal. Getting to the small Gainesville plane was a little confusing as you enter an area that is boarding many small planes at the same time. We stood in the wrong line for about 15 seconds before realizing it was not our Gainesville flight. Since I had boarded at this gate in the past, I knew to check the signs carefully so we weren’t lost. The first class seat experience was wonderful. I really enjoyed the upgrade. We were offered an alcohol drink as soon as we sat down. I got something different but it was a great gesture especially since we really had to hurry to make the flight. We had packed expecting we might miss this connection, but made it. Our luggage didn’t miss the flight. American Airlines delivered our bags to our home the next day. That was very convenient!

The plane was large, not full, but one with 3 seats near each window and 4 in a row in the middle of the plane. There were screens on the backs of the seats for entertainment and information. To use the entertainment one needs ear plugs that physically plug into the screen. My husband had some he let me use as I only had blue tooth type. The stewards gave out some headphones to some, but when my neighbor asked for some, the steward said no. So maybe they ran out? Idk. Bring the old kind of headphones or earbuds if you want entertainment in case this is the type of entertainment offered. We had a very tight connection in Miami. 43 minutes. The other economy passengers allowed us to get ahead of them because I asked if we could since we were near boarding time for our next flight and 35 gates away. They were extremely kind. First class wasn’t going to allow us to pass through. We did make the next flight. Our baggage didn’t, but they were delivered to us the next day and we were prepared with essentials in our carry on packs.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

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