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$89 Find Cheap Flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$208
Typical prices: $537-$315
Sun Country Air
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Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $371-$442
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Fri 11/27
MSN - PHX • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Madison to Phoenix (MSN-PHX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Madison to Phoenix 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 Madison to Phoenix

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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2:40 pm - 5:21 pm
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9:30 am - 1:36 pm
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3h 06mnonstop
$208Sun Country Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
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2:40 pm - 5:21 pm
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3h 41mnonstop
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9:30 am - 1:36 pm
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3h 06mnonstop
$218Sun Country Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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2:40 pm - 5:21 pm
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3h 41mnonstop
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9:30 am - 1:36 pm
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3h 06mnonstop
$228Sun Country Air
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
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7:59 pm - 11:34 pm
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5h 35m
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10:57 am - 7:09 pm
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6h 12m
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$270Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 18
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7:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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5h 32m
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10:57 am - 7:09 pm
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6h 12m
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$284Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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2:40 pm - 5:21 pm
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3h 41mnonstop
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9:30 am - 1:36 pm
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3h 06mnonstop
$288Sun Country Air
Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 25
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7:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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5h 32m
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10:57 am - 7:09 pm
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6h 12m
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$290Frontier
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
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2:40 pm - 5:21 pm
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3h 41mnonstop
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9:30 am - 1:36 pm
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3h 06mnonstop
$298Sun Country Air
Sun, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 27
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7:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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5h 32m
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8:40 am - 7:09 pm
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8h 29m
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$304Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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7:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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5h 32m
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6:53 pm - 7:09 pm
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22h 16m
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$308Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Madison to Phoenix flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport departing in November.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport back to Madison, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $370 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $464 and $444 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 $414, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Madison to Phoenix

 
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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from Madison to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madison to Phoenix 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flights

  • Are pets allowed at MSN?

    Yes, you can travel with your pet. MSN airport has pet-friendly amenities to maximize your comfort while traveling. There are pet relief areas on both the first and second floors of the airport. Disposable relief pads are freely available in the relief areas. For you to travel with your pet, it should be kenneled and meet all the traveling requirements

  • Is there accessibility assistance available at PHX?

    Yes, wheelchairs are available at the airport upon request. Before landing in Phoenix, it is advisable to inform your airline that you will need a wheelchair upon your arrival. You will, however, need to leave the wheelchair behind when leaving the airport.

  • What happens upon losing belongings at PHX?

    If you lose your property at the PHX airport, you can visit the lost and found office located in Terminal 3, level 7. Property lost in terminals is held for ten days, after which the property can be disposed of, donated, or handed over to the police department. Keys have an exemption to be held for a maximum of 30 days.

  • How can I get to nearby towns or hotels from PHX?

    Upon arriving at the PHX airport, you can use taxis, ride share, or public transport to get to your preferred destination. You can also consider booking a vehicle via the KAYAK website and pick it up once you land at the airport. Public transportation has a specified departure and arrival schedule depending on your destination.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $89 for a one-way ticket and $208 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Madison and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    When flying out of Madison you will be using Madison Truax Field. You will be landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, also known as Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Madison and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Madison to Phoenix, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Madison to Phoenix are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $386 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $437 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from Madison 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with an airline and back to Madison with another airline. Booking your flights between Madison and PHX 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from Madison 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 Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $231 or less one-way and $392 or less round-trip.
  • While waiting to catch your flight at Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), you can continue working or holding video conferencing meetings uninterrupted thanks to the free Wi-Fi at the airport. It is worth noting that the Internet connectivity is strong in all terminals. Before connecting to the Internet, you must fill in a sign-in form available on the sign-in page.
  • The transportation security authority (TSA) carries out security checks at MSN airport intending to hike up the security standards of the airport. The security screening procedures commence immediately upon arrival at the airport. You will need to remove all your electronics and place them on a tray bin for the X-ray screening. In case your property is damaged during the screening process, you can make a claim with the TSA for compensation.
  • MSN is one of the airports that features numerous parking spots. The parking lot features 10,000 spots, ramp parking features over 1,500 spots and disability parking spots. The parking spots are available for long- and short-term hires. The parking spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, but you can book one before arrival.
  • Traveling to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) with your toddler? Worry less. MSN provides several mothers' lounges in all the terminals. The lounges feature tables, leather chairs, sinks, baby-changing tables, and electrical outlets. Here you can comfortably change your child’s diapers before boarding your plane.
  • Visual interpretation services are available at the MSN airport to aid low-vision travelers in navigating the airport with ease. The travelers need to download an application, and with a button, an agent will provide visual information to enhance swift navigation at the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Madison to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

 
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Madison to Phoenix

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 8396 reviews
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7.8Entertainment
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7.2Food
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Connection flights should be spaced out farther because too close I missed my connection.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
PHL - ATL
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Connection flights should be spaced out farther because too close I missed my connection.

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

On time! There were plenty of airport employees who were able to keep us moving in the right direction. The crew on the plane were professional.

Left /arrived on time. Decent seat space. Like the wifi/plugs and entertainment. Windows and tray table were kinda gross. Attendants didn't start snack service til 40mins before landing. Two rows before us, captain came on to say there's turbulence and recalled staff to seats. So, no drink/snack. Later, attendants didn't stop to see if we had trash nor even look our way. Felt invisible! Almost all pilot announcements were not only unintelligible, but so quiet. We had no idea what she said.

Average seat comfort, a drink and chips were provided, early boarding because we checked a carryon at the gate was nice. Ticket pricing shenanigans, including fees to pick a seat, check a bag, and get food onboard - evidence the industry is reinvigorating last century’s strategies- destroys the experience before one ever arrives at the airport. It’s difficult to recognize any value or sustain loyalty in the end-to-end process making air travel more drudgery than pleasure.

Gate agent was unhelpful for handicapped boarding. Flight attendant seemed untrained.

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

Clean planes and not take my comfort class seat away.

Weather caused a long delay, but the efficiency and updates from the pilot were helpful. We were able to make our connection fortunately.

Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

Even through the flight was delayed due to storms near IAH The flight was great! The crew was so hospitable and professional

I flew from Santa Fe to Denver to catch a flight to London and the transfer of my luggage on arrival at Denver to the London flight worked perfectly. The crew on the ground and on board for the London flight were so friendly and efficient.

Boarded early; and arrived home 40 mins early. After a long flight, it’s nice to be back home early. These flights have no amenities; no snacks. So need to bring your own

Boarded early, left early, arrived 40 mins early! A win win for me!

New plane was lovely. Crew customer service is always lax but expected. Kraft on time and arrived safely.

These airplanes should be illegal. The seats are two tight, it is a safety issue. Wheelchair support was ridiculously slow. We almost missed our flight.

It was a short flight so I was expecting too much

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

Flight was delayed but more than 90 minutes. This caused me to miss my available windows for pick-up by a friend. I had to pay $125 for an uber back home from the airport which was an added expense that I had not budgeted for my trip. Staff was friendly.

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

Seat bottom cushions are not good. I’m 165# & they hurt my butt. Plenty of legroom.

The airplane seats were spacious and comfortable, and the flight attendants were friendly and attentive. The food was delicious like never before. The blankets and toiletries were thoughtfully provided. The captain's navigation was steady and reliable. In short, having flown with Starlux, I won't consider any other airline next time.

Like: flights are on time, good boarding process Can improve: planes are old, improve entertainment and make space more comfortable

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

The seats need better cushioning for a nearly 5-hour flight, it was a bit uncomfortable. I'm glad American has free wi-fi but there were was a bout 30 minutes in the middle of the flight when there was no connection which was frustrating.

My original flight got delayed day of so I had to rebook it from one layover to two layovers. The flight also left earlier which was a slight inconvenience but manageable. Then my first connection flight got delayed 3 separate times for a total of 2 hours delayed, causing me to miss my second connection flight back to Santa Barbara. Now, because of this missed flight, I am missing my college classes that I pay for.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

On time flight, good communication about boarding, lines didn't form unnecessarily for boarding before their group was announced (kept aisles clear), friendly flight attendants and service

Good flight, seated and had a water within 5 minutes. Crew was hospitable.

I didn't go from Reno to Phoenix I ended up going from Reno to Dallas to Tucson because my flight rebooked because my Amtrak was late I tried notifying you guys I also don't know what you ask me about my flight because you guys didn't book my flight

Boarding and crew were great, but seats are terribly uncomfortable. No food or entertainment options.

Everything went very smoothly! Thanks for a great first experience flying with small children!

Crew members great. Everything else a 0! Got on plane at 530am. Got de boarded for mechanical issue. Supposed to leave by 830 am. Zero communication from gate agents. Then supposed to leave by 230pm. Then delayed till 330pm. Still zero communication with gate agents. All they would say is if you have an issue call the 1800 number. You call and sit on hold minimum 45 minutes for zero answer. Finally board at 345pm didn’t take off till after 4pm! Sat in airport for 11 hours with 4 adults and 3 kids. Finally offered a $100 (we are sorry) voucher for next trip. Missed whole day in Florida had to change reservations in Florida! Absolute joke of an airline! And I usually really like sun country.

Booked through Kayak for $236. They canceled the flight unknown to me; retaining $100 for canceling it. Found out when I went to check in. Rebooked the same flight for $400. Incredibly disappointed. The Sun Country part was as to be expected. Crowded, no food, no arm room but got me where I wanted to go.

3 seperate extremely rude unhelpful staff. Delayed flight. Lost my bag

Sat between 2 big men. I was uncomfortable. Flight was delayed twice. About 2 hours altogether.

It was a good experience. I do wish the seats were roomier. Also, I did not like being charged for my carry on bag

Exceptional take off and landing in snow and wind…thank you to the well skilled pilots!

I liked entertainment system being downloaded on my iPad. The selections were limited but I appreciated being able to use my own screen. The flight was just fine. My only issue was both terminals being far from the main airport. Especially stoning at LAX near midnight and having to wait for a bus to take us to baggage pickup. Very inconvenient.

Just fine but comfort is always an issue since the seats are so close

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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