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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth (CHI-DFW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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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Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 11
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4:57 pm - 11:59 pmORD-DFW
7h 02m1 stop
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9:32 pm - 7:28 amDFW-ORD
9h 56m1 stop
$92Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
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6:25 pm - 9:14 pmORD-DFW
2h 49mnonstop
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10:24 pm - 12:59 amDFW-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
$93Frontier
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 3
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5:10 am - 7:45 amMDW-DFW
2h 35mnonstop
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3:29 pm - 5:49 pmDFW-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$93Frontier
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Tue, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 7
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6:25 pm - 9:14 pmORD-DFW
2h 49mnonstop
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10:24 pm - 12:59 amDFW-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
$94Frontier
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Fri, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 4
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6:00 am - 6:11 pmORD-DFW
12h 11m1 stop
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10:29 am - 12:53 pmDFW-ORD
2h 24mnonstop
$95Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 7
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9:22 pm - 11:59 pmORD-DFW
2h 37mnonstop
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6:15 am - 8:42 amDFW-ORD
2h 27mnonstop
$96Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
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6:29 pm - 9:04 pmMDW-DFW
2h 35mnonstop
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2:53 pm - 5:11 pmDFW-MDW
2h 18mnonstop
$96Frontier
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 4:21 pmORD-DFW
2h 33mnonstop
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9:32 pm - 7:28 amDFW-ORD
9h 56m1 stop
$97Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
Frontier Logo
6:29 pm - 9:04 pmMDW-DFW
2h 35mnonstop
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2:53 pm - 5:11 pmDFW-MDW
2h 18mnonstop
$97Frontier
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Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 19
Frontier Logo
11:12 am - 1:47 pmORD-DFW
2h 35mnonstop
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10:24 pm - 12:59 amDFW-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
$98Frontier
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Typical prices: $110-$290
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport departing in November.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport costs $73 on the route between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 14% cheaper than other Chicago-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport routes. The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is August, where tickets cost $178 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $229 and $221 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 $193, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Frontier

Choose Economy Bundle for a free carry-on and seat selection, saving on extra fees.


Pay for priority boarding to ensure overhead bin space for your carry-on.

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
American Airlines

Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, ideal for business travelers.


Download the American Airlines app for in-flight entertainment on your device.

Spirit Airlines

Upgrade to Big Front Seat for extra legroom and comfort.


Use gate-to-gate Wi-Fi for uninterrupted internet access throughout your flight.

Airports
ORD

O'Hare's Blue Line train connects to downtown Chicago in about 45 minutes, avoiding traffic delays common during rush hours.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
DFW

For a budget-friendly option, take the DART train from DFW to downtown Dallas, avoiding costly rideshare fares.

Read more about DFWby Ramsey Qubein
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

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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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

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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 AI-powered savings tips

KAYAK's tips to save more on a Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth flight

When planning a trip from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth, there are several strategies that can help you save money. Generally, the cheapest day of the week to fly is Saturday, and the cheapest month to fly is September.

Day Selection: Choose to fly on a Saturday for the best rates.

Month Selection: Opt for flights in September to save money.

Booking Advance: Book your flight at least 33 days in advance for the best prices.

Airline Choice: Consider flying with Spirit Airlines or Frontier, which are generally the cheapest airlines for this route.

Route Selection: If possible, choose the route from Chicago Midway (MDW) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) as it's usually cheaper.

Flight Type: Direct flights are typically more expensive, so consider flights with layovers to save money.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$52
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

  • Does Chicago O’Hare International Airport have Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Chicago O’Hare offers the unlimited use of free Wi-Fi for the duration of your time at the airport before departure. All you have to do is log in. There are also power stations for you to charge your electronic devices located throughout the terminals so you can continue to browse if your phone’s battery runs low.

  • Can I fly from Chicago to Dallas nonstop?

    Yes, all flights you will find from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are nonstop flights. This means you won’t have to worry about layover times or changing planes. Your journey from Chicago to Dallas will be quick and easy.

  • How do I reach the downtown area from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport?

    There are a few easy ways to reach the downtown area of Dallas from the airport. There are three rail services that will take you where you need to go: DART, which serves mainly the Dallas area; TEXrail, which serves Fort Worth; and TRE, which offers connections between the two cities.

  • Does Chicago O’Hare International Airport offer services for passengers with limited mobility?

    Yes, all of Chicago O’Hare’s facilities are accessible for passengers with limited mobility. The airport also offers a changing places facility, which is equipped with a restroom, a shower, and other amenities for passengers with disabilities. If you will need extra assistance, you can also contact the airport and your airline ahead of time.

  • Does Dallas Fort Worth International Airport have services for passengers with limited mobility?

    Yes, you will find services for disabled passengers at Dallas Fort Worth Airport. All of their facilities are accessible for passengers with disabilities. They also have a number of extra services available, such as Ambassador volunteers and meet-and-greet services. If you need extra assistance beyond what is already offered, find one of the ambassador volunteers in the airport or contact your airline ahead of time.

  • Which airlines should I book when flying with my kids from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    JetBlue and American Airlines top the list of the airlines you can consider booking if you are flying with your young ones from Chicago to DFW. JetBlue is popular for having the most legroom, which ensures the comfort of travelers throughout the journey. Both American Airlines and JetBlue provide priority boarding to travelers with kids.

  • Can I fly from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport with a pet?

    All airlines flying from Chicago to DFW have pet-friendly policies. Similarly, both ORD and DFW have pet-friendly policies, including designated pet-relief areas inside the terminals. Therefore, you can be sure of remaining in the company of your pet when booking your flight to DFW from Chicago.

  • Which nearby cities can I get to from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Booking a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is a chance to visit various cities served by the airport. For instance, you can conveniently connect to Irving, Dallas, Plano, and Fort Worth from DFW using rental cars.

  • How can I catch up with the earliest flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Consider staying at one of the hotels near ORD or MDW if you want to catch up with the earliest flight from Chicago to DFW. For instance ORD has several nearby hotels like Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport, which in addition to being near the airports, offer free airport shuttles.

  • What unique amenities are at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Yoga Rooms located in Terminal D are great amenities for those who want to expand their energies upon landing at the airport. The Inter-Faith Chapel is a uniquely quiet place that can save you from the chaos of the airport, giving you time to relax and meditate.

  • Is it convenient to land at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport late in the night?

    Yes. If your flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport arrives late at night, you utilize the sleeping pods located in Terminals A and D. Additionally, you can easily connect to one of the nearby hotels like Holiday Inn Express & Suites Irving DFW Airport North, an IHG Hotel using the free airport shuttles, available 24/7.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport was $52 for a one-way ticket and $92 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    There are 3 airports in Chicago (Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare Intl, and Chicago Greater Rockford.) and only 1 airport in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (Dallas/Fort Worth). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Dallas, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Dallas are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $246 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $337 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport from Chicago 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport from Chicago 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $105 or less one-way and $144 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re flying from Chicago to Dallas, you’ll most likely be flying out of Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), so plan your trip accordingly.
  • When you land at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the downtown area is easy to reach via public transport. There are three rail services that connect directly to the terminals: Dallas Area Rapid Transit, TEXrail, and TRE.
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is easy to reach via public transportation from the downtown area. You can take the Blue Line trains, Metra trains, or shuttle buses.
  • All flights from Chicago International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are operated either by American Airlines or United Airlines.
  • If you need to park your car at Chicago O’Hare for the duration of your trip, there is ample parking available. With services ranging from economy parking to valet service, you can reserve a parking space before you even arrive at the airport. Parking fees will vary depending on which lot you choose and how long you will need to occupy your parking space.
  • Flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport depart from either Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Departing from ORD has the advantage of easier connection from different parts of Chicago due to the availability of more transport options compared to MDW. On the other hand, there are higher chances of getting cheaper flight deals if you depart from MDW.
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a unique airport serving as a hub for three major US carriers, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier. Therefore, booking any of these three airlines gives you the assurance of getting a flight at any time according to your schedule. This is because of the high frequency of daily flights to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW).
  • When planning to book your flight from Chicago to DFW, knowledge of the nearest rental car center will be essential if you want to enjoy self-driving in the city. Travelers landing at DFW can rent their car from the rental car center located near the south entrance of the airport. Rental Car Shuttle buses facilitate their movements from the terminal to this center.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

 
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Direct departures

Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Dallas. 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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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4241 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
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I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

2.0 MediocrePrincess, Oct 2025MSY - DAL
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I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

Better and more food and drinks. Put msnbc and free speech tv on the news channel selection list.

after landing, we stay 2 hours on the taxi way before reaching the gate The airline and the crew were good though

I'm not a fan of Southwest's model. I don't like the herding style of boarding.

My flight to Chicago left and landed early. My return flight left two minutes late and arrived 2 minutes late. My seat selections were ideal! There were no snacks going to Chicago and no snacks on the return trip. There are no charging outlets on board.

Multiple delays and gate changes. Arrived at final destination 6 hours late. All rental cars had been taken.

The movies using Southwest WiFi kept pausing and I had to restart multiple times.

One of the crew performed a hilarious skit to accompany the standard instructions. Passengers enjoyed it so much they applauded at the end!

First, my flight was a usual flight nothing exceptional or unexpected. Over all it was a normal, good flight! Second, your questionaire is wholly lacking in the proper options to which one can answer a question. Often on short flights, there is no food let alone entertainment so why isn't that reflected in your questionaire? A simple "not applicable" would cover that issue appropriately but no, your form arbitrarily enters an answer based on the initial assessment which normally isn't factual. Until you provide an accurate means of assessing flights, I'll no longer be completing of these unimpressive and misleading assessements. Thank you!

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

I will never book a flight through Cheap fare. They booked me from Portland Main . And would not give me a refund, so I bought 2 tickets one for 299. From Portland Main to ORD. Then I had to buy a ticket from Oregon PDX to ORD that was another 440. So Just so you know they even told me it was there fault but no refund. Bad bussniess. I did inform United but they said they couldn't help me due to the fact I booked through Cheap Tickets. Never again. And I'm spreding the word. I let everyone know at my 50th class reunion

Crew and customer service were excellent. This flight also had plenty of leg room and seat mounted screens for entertainment. A very pleasant flight all around!

It would have been better if the crew has supported my husband's reasons for needing to keep the space clear around his feet, rather than insisting that he put his knapsack in that space.

Subject: Formal Complaint: Discriminatory and Unprofessional Conduct – Request for Immediate Action & Compensation Dear [Airline Customer Relations Team], I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent travel experience with [Airline], which was by far the worst I have ever encountered. What occurred was not only unprofessional, but in several instances discriminatory, unsafe, and unacceptable. On the first leg of my trip, I arrived only four minutes past check-in. Instead of making any attempt to resolve the matter, your representative flatly denied me boarding and made me wait while she attended to passengers who arrived after me. By the time a manager intervened, it was too late to board, costing me time, money, and unnecessary frustration. The second leg of my trip (Chicago–San Francisco) raised even more serious concerns. From the outset, it was apparent that the staff—particularly two attendants—prioritized Caucasian passengers while dismissing African American and minority passengers. • When a Caucasian passenger in the exit row refused to comply with federal safety requirements, I, as a first responder, immediately offered to switch seats and assume the responsibility. My offer was blatantly ignored, and instead, a Caucasian passenger seated further up was chosen. This was discriminatory and deeply insulting, especially as I was actively de-escalating the situation that could have delayed the flight further. • During a lengthy tarmac delay of over 90 minutes, passengers were given conflicting and unreasonable instructions that created unnecessary distress and tension. • Throughout the flight, a visibly intoxicated passenger directly in front of me was disruptive, rude to others, failed to comply with seatbelt and electronic device rules, and yet faced no enforcement from the crew. In stark contrast, I was singled out for repeated compliance checks even though I was following every rule. This unequal treatment was so obvious that multiple passengers around me spoke up in my defense. This pattern of behavior demonstrated a clear lack of professionalism, disregard for passenger safety, and discriminatory treatment. I expect far better from an airline of your stature. As a paying customer subjected to this unacceptable treatment, I am formally requesting: 1. A full investigation into the conduct of the staff on both flights. 2. A written apology acknowledging the discriminatory and unprofessional behavior I endured. 3. Appropriate compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and mishandling of my travel. If this matter is not addressed promptly and thoroughly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint further, including filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation and sharing my experience through other channels. I trust [Airline] will take this complaint seriously and provide a timely resolution.

Check in was quick and easy during early hours. Flight was on time, and customer services was a plus.

Once we got in the air the pilot made up some of the time of the delay. So that was really nice.

Excellent flight. Boarding was efficient and departure was on time. Smooth flight with on time arrival. Deplaning was also efficient.

It was delayed instead of departing at 9:20pm, we departed at 11pm… putting us in Columbus after 2am! It was awful. Had I known about the delay, I could have spent some time in the United Lounge… I was starving because I started my journey in Budapest… so I was exhausted and hungry. Plus I had to make new arrangements to be picked up at the airport in Columbus, instead of midnight it was 2:30 am after getting luggage and out of airport. Not feasible. I would have just stayed in Chicago for the night and gotten a morning flight.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

A couple ladies from the crew were so rude and nasty. Thought they were mad at having to be there especially if you asked a question. This will make me think twice next time if I book a flight with you.

Always seated jammed in rear of aircraft Admirals Club food at DFW terminal D was absolute worst food experience and I pay $600/year to eat this dried out junk

Flight attendants on this flight were very attentive and friendly

You can plug your phone in & use their wifi to watch movies, etc, but the plane’s wifi was disconnected for most of the flight.

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

Full flight so overhead bin space ran out & bags had to be checked. When you’re in the last boarding group, you might as well expect that. Don’t pay to check bags though because when they run out of space for carry-ons, they check your bag to your destination for free. When traveling with children, no need to pay extra for seats, they will assign seats & have to sit your children with you.

American almost always Delays flights from Austin to Dallas and back. I cannot believe they have such poor service on this route. I was about to switch to American from Delta, but they gave me enough reasons not to.

There's nothing I liked about it. For first off I scheduled this trip two weeks in advance then they delayed my flight which messed up my whole trip. So I scheduled it for the following weekend thinking there won't be a delay and guess what as soon as I got to the airport we said in the airplane on the tarmac for an hour and a half. Not only was it delayed I missed my connecting flight meaning I had to stay the night at Dallas-Fort Worth airport sleeping on the floor. I will tell you this I will never fly American airlines ever again I have had nothing but horrible experience with them and I just throw money at them

Having to reschedule flights a day later, they loaded by luggage on the wrong plane from Little rock now I have to HOPE they deliver it to where im staying like they said would. International flight crew was very disgruntled and not very friendly.

The entertainment package was vast and the selections were very current. Keep updating it was great.

Flight was good and on time. Everyone was nice. Seats aren't very comfortable

The seats are too small the plane makes weird noise when landing 🛬

It was very bad it got delayed by 2 hours.Never going to travel with spirit airlines in future.

Flight delayed over 3 or 4 hours because no captain to fly plane. I couldn’t make a connection and had to wait 9 hours for another flight. Had to fly red eye flight. Sucks

The flight times got delayed multiple times due to weather which is understandable, but later the time got prepared 30min. Made to the flight barely but got stressed too much.

First off, i received an e-mail to allow me to check in for our flight. I folllowed the link, when it came to the seat selection, I was unable to select any "free" seats ( meaning without any additional charge) because everything was " unavailable". My Husband and I were ttavelling with our 3 children hence, i wanted to be assured that we were all seated next to each other. I tried 3 times and everytime I click the selection it said " error loading". What the system wants is for me to buy the seats ( anywhere from $25 to $50 dollars each passenger) like I did on our flight bound to L.A. I called customer service and the guy was unhelpful all he kept repeating was to come really early at the airport and we will be assigned seats there. Imagine my anxiety!!! Spirit says they are a budget airline but they are actually the opposite!! And just before our flight, the flight attendant KEPT announcing/ selling the seats that were not purchased for a cheaper price!! Like it was a bidding/ bargaining game! This was our first and last time to fly Spirit.

My flight got cancelled by Spirit airlines, it was bad experience to me

Spirit gets you there; it's no worse than any other aircraft, all things considered. (It's not like everyone else is such a hero). But - holy moses - do they nickel and dime you to absolutely every nickel - I was really expecting to have to pay to use the bathroom. And when the captain comes on with a 5 minute sales pitch about getting "points", that was like something on Bizarro world. Other than that, everyone else was professional and worked hard to get us from point A to point B. I'm not loving all the "self-service" stuff but there it is - just when the machines don't work you don't have anyone to talk to.

Easy boarding and good flight. Need to work on the beverage and snack situation

The staff was great, but because the 2nd lieutenant didn’t show up for the flight we all had to deboard and wait 2 1/2 hours for one to show up. Very disappointing the crew can’t get schedules confirmed which wouldn’t have caused this issue.

Boarding was on time and plane departed as scheduled. There are obviously no amenities (food, drink, entertainment) on Frontier, but there also didn't seem to be any issues with luggage space either.

Inbound plane was on time and flight departed on time with no issues while boarding.

I knew going into this that Frontier, being a low cost carrier, would be pretty bare bones and charge for most extras but this was made up for by the fact that the airplane was a reasonably new Airbus, every employee was great and best of all, Everett Washington is an amazing airport - thanks Frontier for flying there!!!

i was unable to check in the flight. refund requested

It was well done. It was my first time flying with them and I was nervous b/c I have heard of many cancelled and/or delray flights. Everything went smoothly.

Just know that everything, and I mean everything is “ala cart”. 60$ just to put something in the overhead bin. I will never fly Frontier again nor do I recommend them to anyone else.

The single worst check in experience I could imagine. I’ll never do any business with Frontier or any affiliated company

Too many extra fees, uncomfortable, little leg room. Will not recommend this airline.

Everyone seemed to be in zone 1 for boarding. Maybe break it up a little. Otherwise, smooth flight.

Frontier is the Walmart of airlines. Frontier has removed adjustability and comfort from their seats to make the flight lighter and save gas. This makes it impossible to sleep on their flights. Their customer service is abysmal. Once, I bought a drink on the plane, and they swiped my credit card on the plane to pay for it. Then I got three weeks of daily notices from my bank telling me they tried to charge the wrong card number over and over again. I tried to call them, but they removed the ability to actually talk to someone that can resolve such a problem from their company to cut corners. The only way to talk to someone in person is to go to the check-in counter at the airport (40 minutes drive from my house). Eventually their system gave up on trying to charge the card, after 21 days of repeated tries. They don't pad their prices even a little to handle customer service issues like missed flights. They also have a blanket policy preventing helping you reschedule a missed flight if their system says you "cancelled" your own flight online. This is a major problem because their website is broken on mobile devices, the only web browser you have at the airport when their gate staff tell you that you have to reschedule your own missed flight online because they can't help you. I tried to reschedule my flight on my android device and instead, their website crashed and "cancelled" my missed flight. When I got to the counter, the agent argued with me for 5 minutes insisting that I intentionally cancelled my own flight (implying I had to buy another flight). She missed the point: the problem was that I could not buy another flight because their website is broken. I left to avoid more conflict with the "customer service" agent. I tried to redress my issue with their only other "customer service" chanel available: the contact form on their website. The response I got was more of the same: you cancelled your own flight, according to our website / computer records, therefore we won't help you. I was trying to explain the problem with their broken website that cost me hundreds of dollars by crashing / malfunctioning and resulting in a cancelled flight, but they only had deaf ears for this problem. Worst customer service I have ever experienced. I will never buy another Frontier flight again, because it is a risky, painful move that I will likely regret often.

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