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$84 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Sky Harbor Intl 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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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
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10:13 am - 7:10 pmMDW-PHX
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8:20 pm - 3:53 pmPHX-MDW
17h 33m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
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10:42 am - 5:13 pmORD-PHX
8h 31m1 stop
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6:32 am - 9:37 amPHX-ORD
25h 05m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
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6:24 pm - 7:59 amMDW-PHX
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9:59 pm - 12:24 amPHX-MDW
24h 25m1 stop
$150Frontier
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Thu, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 24
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4:44 pm - 11:29 pmORD-PHX
8h 45m1 stop
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7:25 am - 12:58 pmPHX-ORD
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$150Frontier
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Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
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7:20 am - 11:42 amORD-PHX
6h 22m1 stop
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8h 20m1 stop
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11:15 am - 10:21 pmORD-PHX
13h 06m1 stop
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5:06 pm - 10:40 pmPHX-ORD
3h 34mnonstop
Wed, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 6
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8:25 pm - 11:29 pmORD-PHX
4h 04mnonstop
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5:00 am - 9:25 amPHX-ORD
3h 25mnonstop
$188American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 1
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12:50 pm - 2:39 pmORD-PHX
3h 49mnonstop
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7:00 am - 12:39 pmPHX-ORD
3h 39mnonstop
$197United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
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5:00 am - 6:50 amMDW-PHX
3h 50mnonstop
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5:00 am - 9:15 amPHX-MDW
3h 15mnonstop
$197Southwest
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
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8:50 pm - 11:52 pmORD-PHX
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$198American Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Phoenix

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on and seat choice.


Frontier's Premium Bundle offers extra legroom and priority boarding.

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
American Airlines

American's Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks.


American Airlines' Wi-Fi offers 20 minutes free with an ad watch.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to 6 inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


United's Priority Boarding places you in Zone 2, avoiding carry-on gate-check.

Airports
ORD

ORD offers a 24-hour Dunkin' in Terminal 3, perfect for early departures or late-night arrivals.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
MDW

MDW's compact terminal makes it easy to navigate, with all concourses accessible from the central check-in and security area.

Read more about MDWby Stefanie Waldek
PHX

PHX offers ride-share options and traditional taxis for easy access to downtown Phoenix.

Read more about PHXby Laura Ratliff
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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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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Phoenix flights

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

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Find cheap flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

Planning a trip from Chicago to Phoenix? 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.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport costs $135 on the route between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 3% cheaper than other Chicago-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport routes. The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX).

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

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

When flying from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $202 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $353 and $331 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $603, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

 AI-powered savings tips

KAYAK's tips to save more on a Chicago to Phoenix flight

Based on the flight data, it is generally cheaper to fly from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Saturdays in September.

Cheapest Route: Opt for flights from Chicago Midway to Phoenix Sky Harbor for the cheapest route.

Booking Time: Book your flight at least 140 days in advance for the best prices.

Cheapest Airline: Frontier Airlines generally offers the cheapest flights for this route.

Flight Type: Direct flights are more expensive, 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$84
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from Chicago to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Phoenix based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Chicago to Phoenix: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Chicago to Phoenix 
JanieFlew with SWISSORD-PHXFeb 2025
I think you should prebook food or bring your own food.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesORD-PHXApr 2024
Use the find my gate feature on the flights phone app if available as the airport is a bit confusing

FAQs for booking Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flights

  • Is there anywhere to smoke at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)?

    At this time, there are no indoor smoking rooms at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. However, there are many outdoor smoking areas that are scattered outside of the Arrivals areas of Terminals 2, 3 and 4. These zones can be found mainly on the ground level, and they provide travelers with ashtrays and trash cans. Per Arizona state law, smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas.

  • What are some good hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)?

    The Aloft is a modern hotel that is a 3-minute walk from the 44th Street/Washington light rail station and a 5-minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is a 4-star hotel that is a 10-minute drive from Arizona State University and a 12-minute drive from the airport.

  • Does O'Hare International Airport (ORD) have any amenities for children?

    If you need to change or feed your child while waiting for your flight to take off from O'Hare International Airport, head to one of the mother’s rooms that are located in every terminal. They have designated space for kids to play. There’s colorful seating along with device charging stations and, for those traveling with an infant, there’s stroller parking, too. There is live entertainment at various times throughout the year, especially during the holiday season, featuring musicians, caricature artists and more.

  • What shopping options are there at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)?

    To purchase some traditional souvenirs while waiting at Chicago Midway International Airport, head to I love Chicago, a small shop that sells items such as t-shirts, coffee mugs and other souvenirs. Another option if you want to buy handcrafted Native American items like pottery and jewelry, stop by Spirit of The Red Horse shop.

  • Is it possible to take public transportation from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to downtown Phoenix?

    Yes, one of the more convenient options is taking the PHX Sky Train that goes from the airport all the way downtown. The trip by PHX Sky Train generally takes about 20–30 minutes to make it to the downtown area. Nonetheless, the airport train service is free of charge.

  • Are there any accessibility services at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)?

    Yes, if you’re arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and require special assistance, book the service with your airline at least a few days in advance, to get help getting from your arrival gate through the terminal. The airport was designed to suit the needs of all travelers who may require assistance, including accessible restrooms and shuttle service to get around the terminal.

  • Is there a pet relief area at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    Yes, there are six pet relief areas in the entire Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Four of them are outdoors and the other two are indoors after security in Terminal 3. In Terminal 1, you’ll find the designated outdoor pet area on the lower level at Door 1A, in Terminal 2 at Door 2E, and in Terminal 5 it’s on the lower level at Door 5B. You will have to pass through security again if you access the outdoor pet relief areas.

  • Can I find nursing rooms at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)?

    If you’re a mother flying out of Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), there is a mother’s room as well as a lactation pod available for your use. Find some privacy and quiet with your baby in the nursing room in Concourse C, next to the Yoga Room. The Mamava lactation pod is located in Concourse A, by gate A5.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $84 for a one-way ticket and $149 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

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

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

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Phoenix are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $364 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $355 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $134 or less one-way and $209 or less round-trip.
  • Leave your car at home when trying to get to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). You can avoid traffic and parking by hopping on the Metro Blue Line that goes directly from downtown Chicago to the airport in about 50 minutes.
  • For those traveling with their pets or service animals, don’t forget to stop by one of the several animal relief areas located in Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. There are five outdoor relief and play areas that are located near the Arrivals terminals, as well as four indoor locations scattered throughout terminals 2, 3 and 4.
  • If you find flying to be stressful, pay a visit to the yoga room that is located in Concourse C of Chicago Midway International Airport. Equipped with stretching mats, educational DVDs that show travelers how to do popular poses and calm music, this room is a convenient place for individuals to meditate and relax before a long day of flying.
  • To grab a bite to eat before your flight takes off, head to one of the many dining options that can be found at O'Hare International Airport. Billy Goat Tavern is an undisputed Chicago landmark, a bar and grill serving burgers, breakfast and beer that is located in Concourse A, Food Hall, while Arami, a Japanese restaurant promises not only some of the city's best sushi, sashimi and maki but also an amazing sake and cocktail list located in Concourse A, Food Hall.
  • Check out some of the art on display at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) while you wait for your flight to Phoenix to board. From sculptures and paintings to murals and exhibits, like America by Gary Weisman. America is a nine-foot tall bronze depiction of a military man during World War II.
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the closest main airport serving the area of the famous Grand Canyon. Book a flight to this airport to visit one of the most popular attractions in Phoenix and the rest of the United States.
  • Although there are various nonstop routes from the Chicago airports to Phoenix, sometimes it’s more affordable to look at flights that have a layover in between. For instance, there are flights with United Airlines that have a quick stop in Denver Airport (DEN).
  • When selecting flights from Chicago to Phoenix, there are two primary airports that you can choose to depart from. While O'Hare International Airport is the largest choice and is located in the Northern part of the city, Chicago Midway International Airport is a smaller option that is closer to the south.
  • To book a direct flight from Chicago to Phoenix, make your reservation with American, Spirit or Southwest Airlines. American and Southwest are known for providing additional amenities, such as free checked baggage and snacks, while Spirit is popular amongst those traveling on a budget.
  • If you have a long wait at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) before your flight to Phoenix, enjoy the amenities available at the on-site Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel. Not only is it a convenient place to spend an overnight layover, but you can also use their showers to freshen up, for a small fee. The hotel is right across from Terminals 1, 2 and 3, and is connected with underground walkways.

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

 
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Direct departures

Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Phoenix

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Phoenix. 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 4246 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
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Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

6.0 GoodDavid, Aug 2025MCO - DEN
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Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Southwest like most American domestic airlines, is a mediocre airline. But it is among the cheapest. Oh well.

My flight was delayed 50 minutes and we were rushed to board to then sit for 15 minutes until the pilot arrived. Unacceptable since we could have waited to board. Also the delayed flight was updated AFTER we boarded to more than the 10 minutes as originally stated.

Other than a bit of a delay, everything was good. Again, the boarding process and picking seats is the only thing I don't enjoy.

If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

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

southwest just starting charging for luggage. hadnt realized it until it was too late. now out $70 when i couldve bought a carry on if i wouldve known. free bags was one of the only reasons i chose southwest over another airline (the other being no assigned seats, which is apparently also being changed). stupid business decision. wont be flying southwest anymore.

The quality of Southwest Airlines continues to degrade each time I fly with them. If it were not for the free luggage, I would probably choose another airline. Their prices are a little bit competitive, but way too high for the quality of the service. Southwest is not unique in this way. Domestic flight in the United States of America has continued to be a lower and lower quality product. Very sad when you compare the quality of domestic airlines to that of many international airlines around the world.

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

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

Flight was great. Efficient boarding. Short flight. Early arrival. Friendly flight crew. The entertainment system did not work well. Could not access it until the aircraft reached 10K feet or more. Lots of glitches.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

My flight was scheduled for about 6:05 departure. There were 11 gate changes from 4-7pm and the flight was 3 hours delayed due to operational issues. The plane taxied around the airport for about half an hour before stopping to be de-iced. It would have been nice if we were alerted of the plan to de-ice prior to the 30 minute drive around the airport. The flight attendant was friendly, which was the only redeeming thing about this flight. As a former flight attendant for United, I was extremely disappointed.

As smooth as you can expect. Some issues with boarding because the previous plane took forever to deplane but overall, a good experience.

After a two hour delay, my flight was CANCELLED! No pilot available. Such BS.

I miss the screens they used to have for the long flights. I use a Kendal and it doesn’t work well with there WiFi. I tried my cell and the wifi was not good for it either this is the free wifi.

Update departure times in a more timely manner. We are not boarding on time if the plane isn’t arriving until after our scheduled departure time.

Very friendly and efficient and smooth boarding. We were even way early arriving at my destination. Thank you.

The trip was very smooth and they provided great customer service

We kept being told that the flight was full and that all overhead compartments were full and therefore had to check in our hand luggage. We were some of the last people to board and noticed that there was still sufficient space in the overhead compartments. We were obliged to check in hand luggage when there was space and so had to wait at luggage retrieval which took a while to then noticed damage to our luggage - not a great experience!

The seats were crammed and the guy in front of me wouldn't stop reclining. If AA is cramming extra rows in, they need to take away the reclining in coach. My knees were smashed for 4 1/2 hours and I was very close to confronting the passenger in front of me.

What, first class and not even a cup of coffee before landing at 5 am in First Class? Really?

I paid for what I got which was cheap, I brought my own entertainment. I knew what to expect, so I could be prepared. If you’re flying economy, check in early like me. I have no problems with my flight, was on time, staff were friendly, and overall good experience.

The incoming plane ✈️ was delayed 5 hours en route to Raleigh. My flight was delayed for 5 hours 😢. Finally boarded and then de boarded due to an AC problem. A very tough and long night.

Flight was on time but the amount of noise from several children and the kicking of my seat the entire flight was overwhelming.

The flight was delayed be over 3 hours. I tried to get a refund for Vivian Kirby and my session kept being stopped. I was NEVER able to finish the prosses...after 2 hours of attempting.

My experience with Spirit was good, but the experience with Kayak was not. Based on the Spirit agent Kayak added an additional charge after purchasing the tickets. When I buy the tickets I paid the total amount and I only pay once. This time they added an additional charge because based on Spirit they partially charge the tickets and I still needed to pay a second time. This is not good at all and Unprofessional

Spirit gets such a bad rap. I have never had a bad experience with them and the crew is always friendly and funny. This trip I had knee replacement surgery surgery 10 weeks ago. It is still a little rough to get get from point a to point b. And Spirit was on top of it. When there was a seat available the stewardess asked me if I wanted to move to an open seat so I could elevate my leg on the empty seat? 5 stars all around. They helped me on and helped me off the plane. I can’t say enough about the crew!!

We liked the woman who worked our gate and waited with us for our plane. We changed gates 3 times. Our flight was supposed to leave at 11:28am. We actually left after 5pm. It was not a good situation. This delay cost us a lot of money.

Unbelievable check in horrible. Asked to print tickets at the gate after a delay

For the minimalist experience, it is really a great ride-- feels a little like public transport i guess

I didn’t mind being delayed due to weather, but continuing to post (and not update) that we would be delayed until after the flight was already supposed to have taken off was a bit much. In the future, please announce the delay even if the time is still unknown.

I think the staff was nice. They took time to explain safety protocols. Boarding was great. They started early and our flight left a little early which was convenient. Having free games to play would have been better

sluggish boarding and arrival procedures, fake nice flight attendants, and lots of delays.

Disaster. They lied every step of the way. We ended up being delayed due to crew and then allegedly abandoned the flight because of a curfew at LGA. No rebooking to LGA at any reasonable time. No hotel. No meal vouchers. Had to sleep in the airport and fly to Newark instead. Will never fly Frontier again.

What I expected, nickeled and dined and a frontier flight attendant loudly complained about her job and lack of communication as she headed to the gate on her cell phone. Not professional.

As every law enforcement agency I could imagine surrounded the plane and we didn’t disembark for 2 hours and then had to stick around for another hour to go get our personal belongings after leaving them behind and being bused away from the plane, it was scary and inconvenient. We were given no information as to why this was happening. Lack of communication with passengers was disappointing.

After boarding and un-boarding twice over 6+hours, the flight was canceled.

Severe turbulence. Captain never came on to reassure passengers after things settled down.

My first flight was delayed 5 hours. The 2nd flight was canceled til the next day and the never even tried to compensate for it. Worse I was delayed again on the flight the rebooked me on.

Boarding in Orlando was not good. Giant mob at the gate, should have been lines.

Decent clean onboard experience. Okay discount airline experience. Unfortunately, any customer service interactions are difficult and unhelpful. There is no service. Also, a premium seat only gets you premium boarding if you line up first. Once they start general boarding you must go to the back of the line. Not very premium

baggage clamed had to wait over a hour and half for all people on my flight it was terrible

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