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Cheapest round-trip
$288
Typical prices: $543-$379
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Cheapest non-stop
$377
Typical prices: $518-$413
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Fri 7/3Sat 7/11
CLT - PHX • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $288 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $205 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Phoenix (CLT-PHX)

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

Sat, Jun 13 - Wed, Jun 17
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10:14 pm - 7:45 am
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2:16 pm - 11:41 pm
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6h 25m
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$288Frontier
Wed, Jul 29 - Sat, Aug 8
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5:57 pm - 12:34 pm
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21h 37m
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9:04 am - 12:53 pm
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24h 49m
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$294Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Thu, Aug 13
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10:14 pm - 7:40 am
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12h 26m
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6:24 am - 9:02 pm
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$295Frontier
Sat, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 20
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7:58 pm - 10:27 am
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17h 29m
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9:15 am - 12:37 pm
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24h 22m
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$298Frontier
Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31
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10:14 pm - 7:45 am
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12h 31m
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8:40 am - 9:24 pm
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9h 44m
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$299Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17
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10:04 pm - 7:40 am
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12h 36m
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6:40 am - 9:19 pm
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11h 39m
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$300Frontier
Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 21
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12h 26m
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5:15 am - 9:24 pm
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13h 09m
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$301Frontier
Tue, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 3
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7:14 pm - 11:29 pm
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7h 15m
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12:35 am - 11:34 am
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7h 59m
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$303Frontier
Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 11
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6:00 am - 12:31 pm
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9h 31m
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9:04 am - 12:53 pm
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24h 49m
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$304Frontier
Thu, Jul 23 - Tue, Jul 28
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10:59 pm - 10:30 am
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14h 31m
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9:04 am - 12:53 pm
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24h 49m
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$305Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Charlotte to Phoenix flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport departing in June.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Phoenix?

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

When flying from Charlotte to Phoenix, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Charlotte, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $379 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $467 and $455 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 5% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Charlotte to Phoenix

 
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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CLT

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$130
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Charlotte to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Phoenix flights

  • How can I fly from CLT to PHX?

    American Airlines is one airline that flies non-stop flights from CLT to PHX. Frontier, American Airlines, and United Airlines are among the carriers that operate one-stop flights between CLT and PHX. Some layover cities include St. Louis (STL), Chicago (ORD), Las Vegas (LAS), Dallas (DFW), and Houston (IAH). United Airlines is one airline that offers two-stop flights between CLT and Phoenix, with layovers in cities such as Washington DC (DCA) and Houston (IAH).

  • Where can I park my car at CLT before I catch my flight to PHX?

    At CLT, you can save a lot of money if you book your parking online before your trip. However, if online spaces are sold out, drive-up spaces may be available. The most economical option for long-term parking is Long-Term Lot 1 And Long-Term Lot 2. Both of these lots have complimentary shuttles running to the terminals continuously. The parking facilities and shuttles are accessible.

  • Does CLT have therapy dogs in the airport?

    Yes. The CLT Canine Crew is a team of experienced therapy dogs and their trained handlers. These teams roam the airport, seeking to offer comfort to travelers who might be feeling anxious, stressed, bereaved, or confused. Dogs wear Pet Me vests and passengers are very much encouraged to pet, smooch, hug, and cuddle these dogs.

  • How do I get from PHX into the city center of Phoenix?

    From PHX, you can take a Line 13 bus into downtown Phoenix at the corner of Buckeye Road and 7th Street. This bus trip takes approximately 11min. From Terminal 4, you can take a Skyt tram to 44th Street and then transfer to a Rail tram that will take you to Washington & Central in Phoenix.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Charlotte to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $130 for a one-way ticket and $288 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Charlotte and Phoenix?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Charlotte to Phoenix?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Aeromexico offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Charlotte to Phoenix flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Charlotte to Phoenix?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Charlotte to Phoenix flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Charlotte to Phoenix?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Charlotte to Phoenix?

    There are nonstop flights from Charlotte to Phoenix on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Charlotte to Phoenix, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Charlotte to Phoenix are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $428 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 $382 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Charlotte to Phoenix?

    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 Charlotte to Phoenix.

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

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

    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 with an airline and back to Charlotte with another airline. Booking your flights between Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Phoenix?

    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 from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $324 or less one-way and $459 or less round-trip.
  • Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is a hub for American Airlines. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) serves as a hub for American Airlines and as a focus city for Southwest Airlines.
  • CLT is famous for starting a rocking chair craze in airports. In the Airport Atrium, CLT has rocking chairs lined up, with live trees interspersed between them. If you have trouble finding an available rocking chair in the Atrium, try Gate A21. There are more rockers there and it is not as busy.
  • CLT has the world's first video game lounge in an airport. Gameway is after security near Concourse E. It is open Monday through Sunday, from 6 am until 9 pm.
  • Near the atrium post-security, CLT has Minute Suites, which are open 24/7. These suites are private rooms where travelers can relax, shower, nap, work, or do whatever they need to before their flight.
  • PHX has Compassion Corner in Terminal 4 on Level 3. Compassion Corner comprises an Inter-Faith Chapel and a Sensory Room within. The Sensory Room is designed to be a dementia-friendly space where children and adults with cognitive or emotional challenges can take a break from the hustle and the bustle of the airport to refocus, decompress, and center themselves. There is also a Compassion Corner Office where any stressful passenger issues can be respectfully dealt with out of the public eye.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Charlotte to Phoenix

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4235 reviews
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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
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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.

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.

Destroyed my suitcase. Tired of talking about it. Cancelling my unite mileage plus account.

Read the fine print. This was my flight home. I booked my flight for the quickest way home. Had a carry-on and a personal item. Same as my outbound flight. Apparently I needed to pre-pay extra for my carry-on. When I checked in, I was told that I had to check it. I said I’ll pay for it, and was told that this wasn’t an option anymore. They said I still had to pay $50 to check my carry-on. I told them I’ll pay whatever to just carry it in as intended. I was not allowed, so eventually I paid $50 to check my carry-on under a plane that was half full, with overhead compartments that were even less full. My white carry-on suitcase was practically destroyed getting from Idaho falls to Denver to Orange County. The low price air fair was a bait and switch. Got me to the gate, made me pay extra, then didn’t even allow me to pay for a carry on. Not to mention that I paid the $8 for WiFi that didn’t work. All to get my suitcase destroyed. I don’t think I’m going to even keep my Untied mileage plus membership and card. Apparently, membership does not have its privileges for this one.

The flight was delayed, they didn’t even have water for the toilets or for drinks

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.

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

The gate attendant in Boston had a high raspy voice and spoke much too fast to be understood. Not pleasant.

The flight was delayed for more than 3 hours the flight attendant was so angry, it was my first flight with JetBlue but i don’t think I flight with them again.

Since we started at syr the service, crews, and flights were just excellent

It was fine for what it was. It’s not luxury travel but it was efficient, for the most part. Having my carry-on transferred into luggage however, was unwelcome.

We had better-than-average leg room and I loved the access to shows and movies. During boarding, we could not hear the agent even though we were close to the boarding door, which was kind of scary when we realized that half of the passengers had already boarded. Also, the entertainment was awesome, but I could not hear the movie as well as I would have liked, because my headphones were crappy. It would have been better if I could connect my own ear buds via Bluetooth or if JetBlue provided headphones.

On time, friendly attendants, quick wheelchair assistance and help checking in bags. Also appreciated change in seats, more forward to make it easier for my 97 year old mother to board and exit the plane. Thank you, JetBlue!

Flight did not have onboard charging and TV screen flickering.

I was seated next to an autistic child who was out of control and had a child behind me kicking my seat for most of the trip. I will never fly JetBlue again. Ever. I don't care how cheap it is. It's terrible.

Boarding process was terrible. No assigned seat until the gate, then a long line to get seat assignment.

This was the first flight I've taken since pre-pandemic. I was pleased with how orderly the boarding and disembarking went. The seats were comfortable. I loved that there was no "first class'. The attendants and passengers I met were all very friendly and welcoming.

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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