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$33 Find Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

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Typical prices: $238-$114
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Typical prices: $78-$179
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ATL - IAD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. (ATL-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

Sat, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 8
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9:00 pm - 10:57 pm
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BWI
1h 57mnonstop
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7:23 pm - 9:45 pm
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2h 22mnonstop
$63Frontier
Sat, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 8
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5:50 am - 7:43 am
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7:23 pm - 9:45 pm
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2h 22mnonstop
$64Frontier
Sat, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 8
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1h 53mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:52 am
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2h 07mnonstop
$64Frontier
Mon, Jul 13 - Thu, Jul 23
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1h 56mnonstop
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$66Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Sun, Aug 9
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2h 11mnonstop
$66Frontier
Wed, Jun 3 - Fri, Jun 5
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1h 57mnonstop
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9:23 pm - 11:39 pm
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$67Frontier
Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28
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$177Southwest
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$184Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

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 Washington, D.C. departing in June.

What is the cheapest Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. costs $56 on the route between Atlanta (ATL) and Baltimore (BWI). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 40% cheaper than other Atlanta-Washington, D.C. routes. The most popular route is between Atlanta (ATL) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C. is October, where tickets cost $169 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $365 and $297 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

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 Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% 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 Washington, D.C.

 
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KAYAK's tips to save more on a Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight

When flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., there are several strategies to save money. Generally, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly, and September is the cheapest month.

Cheapest Route: Opt for flights from Atlanta to Baltimore/Washington for the most affordable route.

Booking Advance: Book your flight at least 28 days in advance to get the best deal.

Budget Airline: Consider flying with Spirit Airlines or Frontier, which generally offer the cheapest fares.

Direct Flights: Direct flights are generally cheaper, especially with Spirit Airlines.

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Low seasonJanuary
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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
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Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 
GailFlew with American Airlines
ATL
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DCA
Feb 2026
American to DCA is great because they arrive and depart from Terminal T which is the closest terminal to the airport entrance/exit. No need to hike/take the train to one of the other terminals where Delta, the most prevalent airline at ATL has flights.
LaToyaFlew with American Airlines
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DCA
Feb 2026
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FAQs for booking flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

  • What are the parking options at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)?

    There are various parking options available at the Atlanta International Airport, known as the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). The short-term parking gets priced at around $4 for the first 6h, and after that, it costs around $36 a day. The daily parking charges are about $3 per hour and around $19 daily—economy parking charges around $3 per hour and approximately $19 per day. International parking costs around $3 per hour and roughly $36 per day for anyone who wishes to park within the airport.

  • Where are the pet relief areas at Hartsfield Atlanta Airport?

    ATL has designated pet relief areas in each concourse, conveniently located near Gates T7, A10, C19, E14, B33, F7, and the D-Midpoint. These areas allow pets to walk around and relieve themselves before flights to Washington D.C. There is also a large dog park available in the Domestic Terminal.

  • Where can I find nursing rooms at Reagan National Airport (DCA)?

    There is a nursing room in Terminal 1 before the security checkpoint, while Terminal 2 has a room between Gates B10-B22. At the same time, another is found between Gates V23 and C34. You will also find two other rooms between Gates E59 and E46.

  • Where can I find a peaceful place to spend some time before flying out of Atlanta?

    The interfaith chapel is available for use if you need a quiet spot to relax before departing from ATL. The domestic terminal chapel is situated in the atrium, landside, and third floor, and provides Catholic, Christian, and Muslim services.

  • What are the lounges in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)?

    Delta Airlines is a primary carrier at the airport. The facility has multiple locations where the company's Sky Club can get found. In the A Concourse, there are two areas: one on the second level and one near Gate A17. Also, in Concourse B, there is one area near Gate B18 and the other in Concourse C, another near Gate C37. In the D Concourse, there are two lounges: one near Gate D27 and another near Gate D12. Concourse F, T, and E also have the Delta Sky Club Lounges.

  • Can I rent a car at Ronald Reagan Washington Airport (DCA)?

    Yes. Travelers will find rental car facilities at the Terminal Parking Garage A. The on-site rental companies you find include Alamo, Avis, Dollar, Enterprise, National, Thrifty, and Zip Car. If you're renting from Advantage or EZ Rent, they are located offsite, but you can catch a free "Parking/Rental Car" shuttle from outside the baggage claim area at each terminal to reach them.

  • Is there a hotel near the Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

    The Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport and the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport are the most convenient hotels to spend the night in case of an early flight from the airport. The hotels are located 1.6 miles and 1.7 miles from the airport.

  • Can I take a train from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Washington?

    Yes. The MTA MARC Train provides service from BWI Marshall Rail Station to Washington's Union Station. There are shuttle services available from BWI to the MARC rail station for convenient transportation. Another option is to take the Light Rail Service from BWI Marshall Airport.

  • What are the public transportation options from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) offers the Silver Line Express Bus, which provides transportation between the Dulles Airport Terminal and the Wiehle-Reston East metro station on the Silver Line. From this station, travelers can then take the metro directly into Washington, DC. Additionally, the Fairfax Connector Bus 981 and the Loudoun County Transit Bus 950 provide service between the airport and surrounding communities.

  • Are there accessibility features at Washington Dulles International Airport?

    Yes. IAD provides wheelchair services for passengers who require them. The airport also has elevators available in both the terminal and at the metro station for easy accessibility. The airport also offers services for travelers with hearing and visual impairment, including accessible parking, shuttle services, and TTY phone services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. was $33 for a one-way ticket and $63 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Atlanta and Washington, D.C.?

    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 Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    When flying out of Atlanta you will be using Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. You will be landing at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Atlanta and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 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 $217 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Atlanta with another airline.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $118 or less one-way and $173 or less round-trip.
  • There are three airports in the Washington DC region. They include the Ronald Reagan Washington Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore International Airport (BWI). However, Dulles International Airport is the main airport in the city. The Reagan Washington Airport (DCA) is the closest airport to downtown Washington for it is only 4 miles away. In contrast, Dulles International (IAD) is 22.6 miles away, and the Baltimore International airport (BWI) is 28 miles away.
  • Environmentally conscious travelers will be glad to know that there are sustainable airlines that offer flights between Atlanta and Washington D.C. Few of the options are Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines. However, it's worth noting that there may not be direct flights between Atlanta and Washington D.C. on Alaska and United Airlines, and you may need to take connecting flights.
  • The Dallas International Airport (IAD) features a single central terminal and two adjacent airside concourses. The pedestrian walkway and the aerotrain help ease the way for people moving about the concourses. However, many international passengers don't use the train because they must clear customs first.
  • If you find that you need to make any clarifications for your flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C., you can head to the Atrium NW in ATL where you will find an Information Desk that is always open. Furthermore, guest service representatives are stationed all through the airport to aid travelers with their queries and concerns.
  • There is a couple of pet relief area in Reagan Airport (DCA). One is located past the security next to the North Metrorail Station Entrance, while another is in the south Metrorail station entrance. Terminal, the north end, and the south end of Terminal A also have pet relief areas before the security checkpoint.
  • Baggage carts are provided for a fee at Hartsfield Atlanta Airport. You can find them at multiple locations, including Atrium SW, Atrium NE, T North, and South Terminal. These carts can be used to carry luggage through any space in the airport.
  • The MARTA trains are the best way to get to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) from downtown. It will take around 15min to travel to the airport, and it will cost you about $3 for the train. However, if you prefer to use a taxi, you can expect to pay around $35 for the trip, which will take you 20min to complete in regular traffic.
  • Their children's play area in the Baltimore International Airport (BWI) is located upstairs in the main terminal inside the observation deck. There is also the Totsville Indoor playground in Concourse D.

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C.

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4298 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
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I'm glad it wasn't only 75% full because I could get a good seat

8.0 ExcellentBobby, May 2026
BNA - GSP
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I'm glad it wasn't only 75% full because I could get a good seat

if I was good. Not happy that I have to pay extra money to get the seat I need for lake room, but I guess that’s a sign of the times.

Seats were very comfortable. They tilted back. Drinks and snacks were free and served 3 times. Attendants were awesome.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Truly terrible. Will never willingly fly southwest again. Seats are worse than before they switched to assigned seating. One flight attendant was the opposite of helpful (rude, unhelpful, dismissive, and as my stranger seatmate said unprompted: a total prick). This caused me, 15 minutes into the flight, to book an alternate return flight home on a competing airline (first class 1.2k purchase instead of my existing planned flight) just so I would not have to ever be on that aircraft, with that terrible service person, with those horrific seats ever again.

Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

no service at all due to turbulence. they should've at least given us snacks, there were only 10 people on the entire flight.

First time I've had to use the disabled accommodations. And I could not have had a better experience with Southwest, i was having trouble getting from one terminal to another due to my heart failure. And the next thing I know a Southwest agent had made sure. I had a wheelchair at all my flights. Can't thank them enough.

Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

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.

Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

First class is comfortable. Enjoyed a movie and was able to relax compared to coach.

Same experience as the flight from Norfolk to Atlanta where people are boarded in zones that don't make sense. People behind you on the plane will get on before you and they take the luggage space on your row.

I was happy that I was able to get a last minute flight but unfortunately my seat was a middle seat. Even with Delta Comfort I wasn't comfortable

two hour delay and the Delta representative on the PA system was unable to understand

Was great in general, try to respect time and excuses when slight changes have been made, appreciated!

Terrific in every way. On time, professional staff, multiple movie options to select, great food and drink.

My bags were misplaced!!! Im in a foreign country with no bags

I had a terrible experience. My flight got delayed from Atlanta to Chicago on Monday April 6, 2026, and that led to me missing my next flight to Brussels. United Airlines didn’t provide me with any accommodation for shelter. I had to sleep at the airport in Chicago. The next flight I was put on didn’t leave until the evening hours of Tuesday 4/7/2026.

Just a bad day to fly. Flight was delayed from scheduled 6:50 pm departure to 8:50 pm. Combination of factors mostly related to weather at the destination airport (which is where the incoming flight originated) which delayed the inbound flight over an hour. Once on board, we taxied but had to hold again on the taxiway for 10 minutes or so. We did not get wheels up until after 9 pm. The flight was smooth but about 18 minutes from our destination, we had to hold for several minutes more due to weather at ORD. We finally landed at ORD about 11:08 pm (accounting for the time difference, that was about a 3 hour delay from our scheduled departure time). It felt like we were never going to get to our destination. But the flight crew and attendants were very good. The movie selection onboard was also very nice. Got to watch half of a movie just during our taxi from the gate at ATL due to the delay!

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Everything was great except for the boarding process. Everyone is lining up all at the same time and it’s hard to tell between the groups as they are way too large.

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

Fine not above and beyond as I had a connection that was delayed due to maintenance

Bad food, bad service, cold cabin with no additional blankets when asked for (they told me they don’t provide additional blankets). I’m a frequent traveler and this is one of the worst companies I traveled with (by the way I thought that I booked my ticket with Lufthansa but I didn’t see that the flights were handled by United).

This was a hard flight. 3 delays out of OKC (1 on the Tarmac). Delay in Atlanta coming to Dallas. total travel time was the equivalent of driving from OKC to Atlanta.

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

Very disappointing. Flight was delayed by 1.5 hours and food options are very underwhelming even for first class seats (same food given to economy seats)

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Horrible experience upon landing. Probably more due to DCA utter incompetence than AA.

Easy boarding. Rows are smaller but that may be an older and bigger me now :)

Our flight was delayed 3 times and this is why I am giving such low reviews. Everything else was okay but being in the airport at 4:30pm for my initial flight at 7pm to not leave until after 9:30pm is insane,

Flight has been delayed every time I've ever taken it. Seats uncomfortable. Children behind me yelling the entire flight. Some of this is out of their control but overall just consistently not a great experience.

Poor communication ahead of time about flight delays and old planes/other equipment.

Never going to fly your airline again if it can be avoided.

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.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

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