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$53 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

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Cheap Flights from Midway to Sky Harbor Intl (MDW-PHX)

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

Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
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10:18 am - 7:10 pmMDW-PHX
10h 52m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 9:58 pmPHX-MDW
3h 23mnonstop
$121Frontier
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Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
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11:00 am - 12:40 pmMDW-PHX
3h 40mnonstop
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12:24 pm - 9:48 pmPHX-MDW
7h 24m1 stop
$125Frontier
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Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 11
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11:00 am - 12:40 pmMDW-PHX
3h 40mnonstop
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4:35 pm - 9:58 pmPHX-MDW
3h 23mnonstop
$128Frontier
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Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
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8:38 pm - 10:20 pmMDW-PHX
3h 42mnonstop
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2:11 pm - 7:41 pmPHX-MDW
3h 30mnonstop
$129Frontier
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Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
Frontier Logo
8:38 pm - 10:20 pmMDW-PHX
3h 42mnonstop
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2:11 pm - 7:41 pmPHX-MDW
3h 30mnonstop
$130Frontier
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Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 2:55 pmMDW-PHX
10h 40m1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:24 pm - 9:48 pmPHX-MDW
7h 24m1 stop
$131Frontier
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Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
11:00 am - 12:40 pmMDW-PHX
3h 40mnonstop
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7:16 pm - 12:45 amPHX-MDW
3h 29mnonstop
$132Frontier
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
Frontier Logo
10:18 am - 7:10 pmMDW-PHX
10h 52m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 3:58 pmPHX-MDW
7h 58m1 stop
$133Frontier
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Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
8:38 pm - 10:20 pmMDW-PHX
3h 42mnonstop
Frontier Logo
2:11 pm - 7:41 pmPHX-MDW
3h 30mnonstop
$135Frontier
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
Frontier Logo
1:53 pm - 3:40 pmMDW-PHX
3h 47mnonstop
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4:35 pm - 9:58 pmPHX-MDW
3h 23mnonstop
$136Frontier
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Expert advice for your flight from Midway to Phoenix

 
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

Frontier's Economy Bundle offers a carry-on and seat choice, ideal for budget travelers.


Choose Premium Bundle for priority boarding and extra legroom at a minimal cost increase.

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, saving money on baggage fees.


Use EarlyBird Check-In for a better boarding position, avoiding middle seats.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Airports
MDW

Midway offers a compact and easy-to-navigate terminal with a variety of dining and shopping options, perfect for early arrivals.

Read more about MDWby Stefanie Waldek
PHX

Sky Harbor offers easy access to downtown Phoenix via the free Sky Train, connecting to light rail and bus services.

Read more about PHXby Laura Ratliff
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek

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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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

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 Midway to Phoenix flights

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

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

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $184 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $379 and $330 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago Midway Airport 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $272 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
High seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$53
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 42% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from Midway to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Midway to Phoenix based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flights

  • How do I get to MDW from downtown Chicago?

    MDW is roughly 11 miles from downtown Chicago and there are three main ways to get there. You can choose to drive via the I-55 S and leave your car at the airport parking or take a taxi from anywhere downtown and they will drop you outside the airport terminal. These are arguably the quickest means and will get you to the airport in about 20min. The third option is using the Orange Line metro which you can board from the station at Adams/Wabash.

  • What are the cheapest means of transport from PHX Airport?

    While there are multiple transport options from PHX Airport, taking the bus is the cheapest one. The airport is connected to the city through Metro bus Route 13 which runs every day between 4 am and 11 pm. An alternative to the bus would be using the train. Since there aren’t any trains that run from the airport, you will have to take the Sky Train® from Terminal 3 to the 44th Street and Washington train station.

  • Does PHX have any baby care facilities?

    Yes, PHX has dedicated nursing rooms where you can breastfeed your child and change them after your flight from Chicago has landed. These nursing rooms are located in each terminal and feature a range of amenities such as comfortable seats, changing tables, a sink, and power outlets. There are two in Terminal 3 near Baggage Claim and near Gate F5 while the ones on Terminal 4 are located near the upper-level Gate B15 and next to the family restroom.

  • Where are the pet relief areas at PHX Airport located?

    When traveling with a pet through PHX, you need to make sure that they remain in their carriers throughout unless using the pet relief areas. PHX has multiple indoor and outdoor relief areas, though not all of them are conveniently located for arriving travelers. The easiest ones to access would be the one on the west side of Terminal 3 on level one and the other near baggage claim on Terminal 4.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $53 for a one-way ticket and $121 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

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

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago Midway Airport 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 $367 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 $427 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago Midway Airport 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 Chicago Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $138 or less one-way and $229 or less round-trip.
  • If you plan on leaving your car at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), please compare the prices charged by airport parking and those charged by other offsite parking facilities. In most cases, offsite parking lots are usually cheaper than airport parking and you could end up saving a few dollars from that.
  • Other than MDW, Chicago is also served by O’Hare International Airport (ORD) which is one of the major hubs in the city. For better amenities and more flight options, you can book a flight that departs from ORD. However, you are likely to experience long lines since ORD is generally busier than MDW.
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) has an interfaith chapel where you can practice your faith while at the airport. This chapel is located on Level 3 of Terminal 4 and is open 24 hours a day.
  • MDW Airport has a dedicated information desk where travelers can seek help on anything including directions around the airport and the procedures you need to follow when checking in. This desk is located at the entrance of the Main Terminal.
  • PHX has three children’s play areas in the airport; two in Terminal 3, at the end of the north and south concourses, and another in Terminal 4 near Gate B19.

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

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago Midway to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago Midway Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago Midway to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

Southwest

Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Frontier, Southwest

Frontier, Southwest

Friday

Southwest

Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Frontier, Southwest

Frontier, Southwest

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Direct returns

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago Midway

Monday

Southwest

Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Frontier, Southwest

Frontier, Southwest

Friday

Southwest

Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Frontier, Southwest

Frontier, Southwest

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Midway 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Midway to Phoenix? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4278 reviews
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
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Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

4.0 OkayTraci, Jun 2025OAK - SEA
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Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

For my birthday trip this was my second time ever flying, this trip was the best.

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

No trays in our seats, we sat in first row, purchased a business class fare. Had to hold our drinks and snack in our hands. No plugs for our cell phones. Had to pay for it a drink cocktail each. Seats so uncomfortable.

Flight wasn’t even full, but too many carry-ons caused us to run out of bin space. New bag fee has folks who would usually check their bags carrying on. Watching Southwest morph into Spirit/Frontier is so sad to watch

Sat on tarmac for 2 hours and then missed my connecting flight

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

Everything was on time. I was disappointed by the front section female, African American flight attendant. I did not see her name tag or would have identified by name not race. As passengers moved to the bathroom early in flight, she would say with a disdainful tone “I have to say the seat belt light is on” then go back to her book. Better trained flight attendants say something like be careful the seat belt light is on.

Cluster mess boarding. Can't wait for SWA reserved seating. Internet didn't seem to work on the plane.

Flights delayed by 4-6 hours. Boarding was a mess and unclear. Bags were not at arrival airport and had never even been put on the plane. No idea when I’ll get them. Don’t fly into Denver!

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

Not a "Delta" issue, but a JFK issue: We booked a connecting flight with 3 1/2 hours between to clearn immigration and customs. Our inbound flight (BCN to JFK) was on the taxiway 45 minutes which ate into our layover time. Immigtration was insanely quick with the CBP MPC app; however, clearing TSA (again, after we were ALREADY cleared in Spain on the inbound international flight) took over 95 minutes. This left us with 10 minutes before boarding the connecting flight (JFK to SAN) to walk to the far end of Terminal 4 and try to find food. We didn't find any food that could promise to serve us in under 10 minutes so we boarded the Delta flight after coming off a plance and an 8-hour flight knowing that we wouldn't be served any food on the next 5 1/2 hour flight. I feel like Delta needs to put pressure on the JFK TSA to open more screening stations (by our count, we saw only 5 scanners open and a line of - as we said - over 90 minutes. The insult is that we WERE ALREADY SCREENED through TSA, but as you come off one flight into the USA, you have to go through the whole process again. It seems like if you have a connecting flight, there should be a way to pass through immigration and customs without needing to return through TSA.

It was a great flight and the stewards and stewardess were all kind and accommodating!! The seats were comfortable and entertainment screen excellent!

The checkpoint hornets are always looking fhrough Americans' luggage keeping what they deem impassible! Grrrrr!

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

Flight was an hour late, who knows why. It was OK, nothing outstanding.

Only not having an assigned seat was an issue. Rest was great

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Boarding was organised and relaxed. Crew were fantastic! Seats were lacking padding causing butt pain and stiffness.

I like for how they process during check in. It was very smoothly.

Very bad! No good service delayed my second connection flight

The confirmation # CK8GNW and my name was not recognized/in Frontier system. I was able to check in on Frintier app so i went to the Frontier ticket agent, at time they told me that my name/ confirmation did not show up as a purchased ticket. I had to purchase a new ticket that cost $289.00 one way.

Flight was late. Missed connecting in Denver. My new flight is more than 24 hours later and I have no room, vouchers, or compensation, and might also be bumped from the one tomorrow.

Frontier is terrible. Paid for exit row, not given exit row, refused to refund fee.

2 hour delay due to late plane, wrong size plane causing overbooking, and people getting off and on the plane after boarding was completed.

We had to wait in line over an hour just to check our bags. It's a good thing we were so early to the airport. Only one clerk was working and the line was around the corner and down the hall. No good. I felt bad for her. Not sure how she kept her sanity with all the upset people. Then we get to our gate and there is no seating. Everyone was standing. Then I realize it is not a gate at all, we still have to be shuttled to our airplane. Ugh. Then we were late taking off and missed a window of opportunity before the airport runways were shut down for some reason. (not frontier's fault the runway shut down.) The seats on the airline are crammed and there is no cushion. Never had a tighter seating arrangement while flying. My 6' 4" husband was absolutely miserable the whole time with knees digging in to the seat in front of him. You think you are getting a good deal on a ticket, and then wham! I had to pay 75 dollars for our checked bags and 75 dollars for a carry on. No other airline does that!!! And also, there is a 40 pound weight limit on checked bags... Would have been cheaper flying with another airline, and I would have at least gotten a snack and drink. Was thankful for the tiny cup of water at least.

This was one of the first frontier airline flights this spring that wasn't delayed. It actually left on time. Some of the flight crew did not look happy, they didn't smile when the passengers were boarding or getting off the plane, and the passengers initiated greetings, not the staff. To me this was an odd experience to have with any flight/airline. I had a bad experience booking this flight. The price didn't solidify until late hours into the night. Ever time I purchased the ticket, I either received a denial email or an error because the price has changed, but it was never reflected on the flyfrontier or kayak websites until way after midnight on the date of travel. This caused me anxiety and irritation with the websites. Then I noticed a mishap with my name on my voucher as I went to check in, it was incorrect. When I proceeded to correct it, Frontier had no easy, let alone free, way to remedy it. I couldn't correct my name without a $75 charge, I couldn't cancel my voucher to repurchase it with the correct name without a $100 charge, because it was too close to departure. Then calling frontier was nearly impossible to remedy the situation with a human. It's already difficult to want to choose frontier because of all the upcharges, but you feel kinda trapped into doing so because it's the more affordable airline.

They canceled flight. Hard to believe there was even a plane incoming for us to get on

The worst. We never made our connection and they did absolutely nothing to help us at the airport.

Our flight was cancelled. They could do nothing to help us get another flight that was timely. Because the first leg was cancelled we were unable to get to our connection. We had to book on an entirely different airline for today. So we spent more money, lost a day of vacation and will never fly Frontier again, so the 'we are sorry, here is $100 credit' is a joke since we won't be flying on Frontier.

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