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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $145-$272
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AUS - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$98
Typical prices: $166-$397
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Tue 7/14
AUS - CLE • 1 stop
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Cheapest • Avg $406 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Cleveland (AUS-CLE)

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

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 12
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5:34 pm - 12:24 pm
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6:41 am - 12:38 pm
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6h 57m
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$197Frontier
Sat, Jul 25 - Mon, Aug 3
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1:33 pm - 8:52 pm
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25h 53m
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$199Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
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1:33 pm - 8:52 pm
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6h 19m
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6:40 am - 12:38 pm
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6h 58m
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$202Frontier
Sat, Jul 25 - Fri, Jul 31
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6h 19m
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3:46 pm - 12:38 pm
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21h 52m
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$206Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 13
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6:41 am - 4:39 pm
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10h 58m
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$207Frontier
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 18
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6h 19m
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13h 05m
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$210Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
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6:30 am - 10:58 am
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27h 28m
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8:51 am - 9:32 am
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25h 41m
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$212Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 18
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6:40 am - 4:43 pm
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11h 03m
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$214Frontier
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
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6h 19m
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6:40 am - 4:39 pm
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10h 59m
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$217Frontier
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
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14h 15m
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$220Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to Cleveland flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Cleveland?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Austin to Cleveland departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Cleveland?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Cleveland on a Friday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Austin, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Cleveland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Cleveland, 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 Austin to Cleveland is August, where tickets cost $186 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $681 and $505 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Austin to Cleveland?

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 $252, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Cleveland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Cleveland, 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 Austin to Cleveland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Austin to Cleveland

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CLE

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on AUS

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 seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$98
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 86% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 50% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Austin to Cleveland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin to Cleveland 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 flights from Austin to Cleveland

  • What is the best way to get to downtown from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)?

    Downtown Cleveland sits about 13.9 miles from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. Numerous transportation options serve this route, with the RTA's Red Line train providing the most convenient means. The service takes approximately 29 minutes to complete this journey. Alternatively, you can use line bus 22, which has a travel time of 53 minutes.

  • Which airlines allow pets on board from Austin to Cleveland?

    American Airlines flying from Austin to Cleveland will enable you to bring your furry friends into the cabin. Usually, they limit the pets to household animals like dogs and cats. You’ll be required to produce their recent medical documents and lock them in their cages during the trip so they don’t bother other passengers.

  • Can I find a rental car at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport?

    Nothing beats the convenience of exploring Cleveland and its neighborhoods in a car. To this end, many car rental companies, including Dollar and Budget, provide on-site services at this establishment. A regular shuttle will ferry you from the terminal to the Rental Car Shuttle pick-up area.

  • Are there family-friendly amenities at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)?

    Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) features lactation suites across from Terminal B1. The rooms have chairs, sinks, and electrical sockets where moms can retreat to breastfeed in privacy.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to Cleveland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Cleveland was $98 for a one-way ticket and $197 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Austin and Cleveland?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Austin to Cleveland?

    Austin and Cleveland are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Austin from Austin Bergstrom and will be arriving at Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to Cleveland?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to Cleveland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Austin to Cleveland?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to Cleveland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to Cleveland?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Austin and Cleveland, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to Cleveland, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Cleveland are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $423 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $425 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Austin to Cleveland?

    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 Austin to Cleveland.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cleveland from Austin 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 Austin to Cleveland?

    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 Cleveland with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and CLE 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 Austin to Cleveland?

    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 Cleveland from Austin 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 Austin to Cleveland

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) features nursing and lactation rooms for families flying to Cleveland to enjoy. These suites are equipped with comfortable padded seating chairs, sinks, power sockets, and baby changing tables, thus providing an idyllic hideout for moms to breastfeed in privacy. They’re situated before and after security.
  • There are two terminals at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport that are not connected. Barbara Jordan Terminal is the main terminal and serves departures and arrivals of both domestic and international flights. The second terminal, South Terminal, is smaller and is reserved for domestic flights run by Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines. The inter-terminal transfer is via a shuttle which departs every 10-15 minutes.
  • Several hotels sit within easy reach of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Consider spending a night in one of them if you’re scheduled to fly to Cleveland early in the morning. Hyatt Place Austin Airport and Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin Airport are two hotels that offer this kind of residence and provide free shuttles to and from the airport.
  • Suppose you’re feeling hungry ahead of your voyage from Austin to Cleveland. In that case, remember that there are eateries at AUS where you can pop in and grab a plate of your favorite meal. The Salt Lick BBQ restaurant in West Terminal, near Gate 21, provides quick bites to travelers using The American Airlines Admirals Club. Also, Delta Sky Club members can find other restaurants adjacent to Gate 1.
  • Are you planning to leave behind your car as you fly from AUS to Cleveland? If yes, remember that the establishment has numerous on-site parking options at your disposal. These garages are just a few steps from the Barbara Jordan Terminal. Reserve your space early to avoid the last-minute hassle of searching for an ideal lot.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Austin to Cleveland

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4241 reviews
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8.6Crew
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8.0Comfort
7.0Food
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Flight was constantly delayed with significant changes in time, it was supposed to get to Colorado Springs at 8:30 PM but it got there after midnight.

2.0 MediocreMarcela, Jun 2026
DAL - COS
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Flight was constantly delayed with significant changes in time, it was supposed to get to Colorado Springs at 8:30 PM but it got there after midnight.

Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

Flight was delayed, full flight and I had to change gates. Southwest flights are always late later in the day.

Flight was delayed over 3 hours. Planes were dirty. Staff indifferent. And they serve vegan pretzels as snacks.

It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

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

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.

The new seat assignment thing is wierd. If you don’t pay for a seat they always assign you a middle seat regardless of how many people are on the flight. Idk… the new company that bought Southwest is trying to make it more profitable, but I’m just not seeing it. The flight attendants aren’t having as much fun anymore. It just feels like the airline is slowly dying. IMO. We shall see if Southwest is the next Toy’s R Us.

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Plane was late. Zero service for 2+ hour flight and it was not that bumpy.

Flight got canceled 4 times, missed my connecting flight due to delays, have to wait to go home tomorrow

Third flight in two months where the crew was not there. Comfort seating does not guarantee overhead bin space. Passengers with children are allowed on the plane first - if you are flying to and from Orlando, this means half the plane has boarded before you get on. And somehow all the bin space is taken up. 3 out of 5 flights have had issues with equipment or procedure. Some of these instances caused the flight to be delayed because of a "nuisance" light. One time it was a bag that had been brought on board but did not belong to anyone so we had to return to the gate. Last night we were told the "AC" on the plane doesn't work well and we're 10th for take off- because the crew was late - and that it will get cool when we're in the air. Not sure if this is usual, but I didn't think flight crew could jump seat in first class. Movie and TV selection has not been refreshed for several months- flying one to two round trips each month easily exhausts the list of content.

Great experience nice pilot very soft and easy landing and take off

We sat on the runway for over an hour before departure. That was unwelcome.

Horrible. Faucet in sink not working, wifi not working. Didn’t bring food or snacks

Flight was delayed before take off and at landing. Baggage took 20 minutes. Flight crew would not serve full soft drink and had to ask multiple times before receiving water.

From checking to boarding, it was a seamless experience. The service agents were so helpful. The flight crew was so pleasant.

Gate agent showed up 20 minutes before boarding and was not at all friendly. Had to take this flight due to the one on the day before being cancelled and any later options were already full with long standby lists. Despite having paid for Delta Comfort seats, Delta did not allow me (or anyone) to choose their seat. The agent assigned them for everyone just prior to boarding. Self seat selection was allowed on the original flight. Flight staff was great - very friendly.

Flight attendants were great. Cheerful, upbeat and friendly. Jet, in particular, was fantastic.

I have Precheck. Flew HPN to DEN and return this past weekend. Delta didn't attach my Precheck number to this trip. So it was waiting in general line especially in Denver. Unavailable.

They delayed the flight 3 hours because it wasn't full they moved us to 5 different gates probably the worst airline ever not even spirit is this bad.

The entertainment is a bit limited, it would be better if they added some games to play besides the movies and tv shows. But the seats are comfortable and the crew is polite

The pilot had to extend the flight time from san antonio to Houston to burn off fuel. This caused a lot of unnecessary stress since we had a tight connection to Aruba. And with no other flights going to Aruba we were worried about spending a night in Houston. We had to to run to our connection because of the flight crews mistake. Not happy.

I'm a United 1K member and have ben for 10 years. The gate agent had no control over the boarding process and had us passengers queued for hours as delays were announced. On the plane, the overhead air nozzle was broken so col over was powering through on me and the passenger next to me. Not a great experience for a million miler on United. Feel free to contact me. Josh Smigel - DM426089

Packed flight, which makes it tough on crew and boarding staff (and the customers of course). But this was great boarding, clear instructions, etc. Traveling on the weekends are always fraught with danger as you have families and less frequent flyers thus more confusion. But this flight went as planned.

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

MY FAMILY'S LUGGAGE WAS LOST FROM ROME TO BARI. I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT RECEIVED MY LUGGAGE FROM ROME TO BARI. AFTER DEPLANING IN BARI, WE WASTED A LOT OF TIME AT BAG CLAIMS LOST AND FOUND REPORTING THE CLAIM AND PLEADING FOR THE BAGS TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT DAY. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT TAKES 3 DAYS MINIMUM TO DELIVER. MY DAUGHTER AND MY GIRLFRIEND NEEDED THEIR PERSONAL THINGS AND WE WERE STAYING 3 HOURS AWAY FROM THE BARI AIRPORT. WE HAD TO DRIVE 3 HOURS TO THE AIRPORT TO COLLECT OUR LOST LUGGAGE THE NEXT DAY. WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE EXPERIENCE

We had a delay, but thankfully I made it to my connection. Overall it went smooth

Left an hour and a half after the listed time. Up side was it had TV screens on the seat.

Really hard landing... as in slammed into the runway then hit the brakes really hard ...

Delayed and horrible communication and sat on flight for an hour before taking off

Plane temperature was so hot that everyone on the plane was sweating. Departure gates changed 3 times in the hour before the flight. Internet service was so poor in the terminal that updates weren't always being received.

Delayed flight due to maintenance and I have had multiple delayed flights due to maintenance in the last month plus

technology worked well and everything ran smoothly. The seats are quite cramped so please don't try to re-engineer the cabin to squeeze more bodies on board.

Delayed flight more than I hour. When boarding we spent some additional time on the plane before takeoff ....

Flight was delayed due to connecting passengers. Lack of snack options bad. Sitting in Aisle, last cart run pulled the cart directly into my knee. Rude awakening.

Flight was delayed by 6 hours... the level of incompetence was truly astounding. I won't be flying American Airlines again. I don't care if AA is direct and there is a layover with another airline, I'll take the layover.

Flight was delayed 5 hours. Initial reason for delay was 'maintenance' - which makes sense. Then, the additional 2 hours continued to say it was maintenance - when I know EWR had a 2 hour delay. AA did not say that. Additionally, when boarding, there was only one agent at the counter for a long time - until another came to help. After boarding, we had to wait another 45 minutes due to 'no catering'. So while we waited for catering, AA continued to board additional passengers - which seemed odd - and raised questions about what really was going on. I sat in First Class. During the flight, the flight crew allowed a significant number of non-First Class passengers to use the front bathroom - which created a very crowded environment in First Class which was uncomfortable. This also delayed First Class passengers from using the bathroom. Overall, horrible experience.

Another uncoordinated American experience. Always surprises me at DFW for them of all places. Have to take this flight as there are no other good time options. We knew from the start that something was wrong, but the pilot wouldn't tell us. I just watched my Kayak app grow the delay by 10 minutes as it went to 3.5 hours. They were uncoordinated with maintenance (as maintenance, when finally arriving, knew within 15 minutes the plane wasn't going. No 'sorry' or 'this is what is going on' comment. The pilot seemed unfazed / didn't care about the process we were going through.

The seats. The seat in front of me was awful and when the guy sat down, it flew back and hit my head when I was putting my backpack under the seat, It didn't make for a pleasant experience,

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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