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Cheapest round-trip
$312
Typical prices: $521-$352
Frontier
Sat 7/4Tue 7/14
ORD - SLC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$319
Typical prices: $519-$324
Delta
Mon 8/10Sat 8/15
ORD - SLC • Non-stop
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Frontier Basic Fare includes only a personal item; American Basic Economy delays seats.
For more comfort, Delta Comfort Plus and United Economy Plus add extra legroom.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City (ORD-SLC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City 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 O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City

Sat, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 14
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9:10 am - 2:37 pm
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SLC
6h 27m
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8:16 am - 8:52 pm
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ORD
11h 36m
1 stop
$312Frontier
Sun, Aug 9 - Thu, Aug 13
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7:15 am - 9:26 am
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27h 11m
1 stop
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1:52 pm - 5:37 am
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ORD
14h 45m
1 stop
$314Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 17
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7:05 am - 11:44 pm
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SLC
17h 39m
2 stops
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6:05 am - 8:52 pm
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ORD
13h 47m
1 stop
$315Frontier
Fri, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 15
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1:50 pm - 7:31 am
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SLC
18h 41m
2 stops
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8:16 am - 8:52 pm
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ORD
11h 36m
1 stop
$316Frontier
Sun, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 20
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7:15 am - 9:26 am
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27h 11m
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10:20 am - 6:17 am
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ORD
18h 57m
1 stop
$317Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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11:06 am - 8:33 pm
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10h 27m
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9:28 pm - 10:01 am
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11h 33m
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$318Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 15
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7:44 pm - 10:15 pm
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3h 31mnonstop
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7:50 am - 11:59 am
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3h 09mnonstop
$319Delta
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 30
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7:15 am - 9:26 am
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27h 11m
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1:12 pm - 8:53 pm
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ORD
6h 41m
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$320Frontier
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 15
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1:50 pm - 7:31 am
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SLC
18h 41m
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8:16 am - 8:52 pm
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11h 36m
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$321Frontier
Tue, Jul 28 - Sun, Aug 2
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9:57 pm - 7:31 am
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10h 34m
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8:16 am - 7:53 am
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22h 37m
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$322Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City?

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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City departing in July.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Salt Lake City on a Saturday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Chicago O'Hare Airport, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City is October, where tickets cost $357 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $499 and $473 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City?

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 $445 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% 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 on American Airlines and SLC

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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Expert on Delta, United Airlines, Frontier and ORD

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When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City 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 O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City flights

  • What are the common layover cities when flying from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    You can find flights from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City with one to two connections en route. The layovers differ with your airline. Spirit Airlines has a layover at Orlando International Airport (MCO), while Delta has stops at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). United Airlines has a layover at Denver International Airport (DEN).

  • Which eco-friendly practices do airlines flying from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City implement?

    2,424 lb is the average CO₂ emitted per person for this route. United Airlines has more sustainable flights, emits 29% less CO2, and uses a variety of environmentally friendly procedures. These include supplying carbon offsets for flight purchases, utilizing biofuels, and swapping their aircraft's conventional lighting and air conditioning with more ecologically and energy-conscious options. Additionally, the business is devoted to using sustainable practices in its operations, such as using recycled materials and minimizing waste.

  • Which family-friendly airline can I consider for my flight from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City with kids?

    When traveling with children from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City, Delta Air Lines offers a family-friendly experience. The airline provides an extended range of conveniences for families flying with kids. These extras include designated family check-in lanes, Kids' Travel Kits with crafts and refreshments, an in-flight entertainment system with many movies and video games for kids of all ages, and priority boarding so families can board before other passengers.

  • What transport options are from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to downtown?

    There are many easy ways to get downtown from the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). The TRAX Light Rail, the 4-T Shuttle Bus, the Salt Lake Express Shuttle, the Taxi, and Uber/Lyft are all options for travelers. The least expensive alternative is the Light Rail, accessible from the lower level and operates every 15 minutes. Every 30 minutes, the Shuttle Bus runs between the two terminals. The terminal's east side serves as the pick-up site for taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City was $198 for a one-way ticket and $312 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Salt Lake City?

    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 O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Salt Lake City, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $467 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $480 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    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 O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Salt Lake City from Chicago O'Hare 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 O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    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 Salt Lake City with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and SLC 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 O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

    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 Salt Lake City from Chicago O'Hare 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Salt Lake City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $219 or less one-way and $393 or less round-trip.
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. It is a base for many major airlines, including American, United, and Spirit Airlines. Travelers can use the hub airline to take advantage of privileges like upgrade eligibility and frequent flyer mile accumulation.
  • Alaska Airlines has the most accommodating pet policy on flights from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City. If they are in an authorized carrier and have a health certificate, pets can travel for free. The pet carrier must be adequately ventilated, resistant to leaks, and designed to provide a secure environment. It should offer ample space for the pet to stand, turn around, and rest in a comfortable position. Furthermore, it must be able to fit entirely under the seat in front of you. The carrier should adhere to the dimensions of approximately 17 x 11 x 9.5 inches and not exceed a weight limit of 20 lb .
  • United Airlines is the most accommodative carrier for unaccompanied children flying from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City. Before the flight, a parent or legal guardian must produce a valid photo ID and complete an Unaccompanied Minor form at the ticket desk.
  • American Airlines' business class features cozy lie-flat chairs with movable headrests for flights from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City. Additionally, passengers can make use of free snacks and meals.
  • Most airlines, including Southwest Airlines and United Airlines, allow you to bring a carry-on bag with you on your journey from O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City. A carry-on bag's maximum dimensions and weight are typically 22 x 14 x 9 inches and 40 lb respectively.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Salt Lake City?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City.
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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Salt Lake City to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City

 
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Need help choosing which airline to fly with from O'Hare Intl to Salt Lake City? 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.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8402 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
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Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

2.0 MediocreTravis, Jun 2026
SFO - LAX
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Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

worst flight ever from Delta, it got delayed and kept on delaying..

Should never have had to go to Detroit from Orlando back to Tennessee!

Got rerouted from a straight flight from Orlando to Atlanta to Knoxville to a flight from Orlando to Detroit to Knoxville! Seriously!! Flight delay out of Detroit! Long day for what should have been a pretty easy travel day!

Two delays on two separate planes with parts they could not easily find and replace.

Checkin was good, fllight ws good. Onlly complaint is lack of foot on 6 hour flight from Seattle to Boston. Snacks were flimsy - chips and cookies. could have offered something more substantial for such a long flight. I know you can buy food in airport but for the price you pay for a ticket, they should step up for the passengers.

Only beverages were offered to first class and I thought the flight attendant could have also served the Delta Comfort as well instead of sitting down and staring at her phone and walking past all of us to the back of the plane to charge her phone more. There was a complete lack of turbulence and was safe enough for flights attendant to walk around in the front of the plane, collect trash and serve a few people water and turn off the seat belt light. Also didn’t enforce people putting their seats into the upright position and allowed two passengers to remain reclined during landing. They seemed out to lunch completely. Usually my experience on Delta is much better.

Long story short, it was one of the better flight experiences I've had in some time when compared with other airlines.

Flight was great! This flight from Atlanta was even better than when I paid for Comfort from SNA to Atlanta.

Connection flights should be spaced out farther because too close I missed my connection.

Boarded early; and arrived home 40 mins early. After a long flight, it’s nice to be back home early. These flights have no amenities; no snacks. So need to bring your own

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

Great flight. Boarded efficiently. Arrived early at CLT. There was no in flight entertainment on this aircraft. Great crew.

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

No meal service to the back of the plane as it started late or was too slow to get it out before it was time to land.

I’ve got 31F seat and window seat . My 2 co passengers was AA crew members and they were very rude attitude and when I was going to use bathroom their gestures was very different and awkward and the guy beside me completely occupied the hand rest and I was really uncomfortable

It was so much better than expected, Ohare is not such a pleasant experience but American Airlines with the new, clean aeroplane and free Wi-Fi was outstanding and the crew so pleasant and helpful.

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

American Airlines II: Delay Boogaloo. Multiple gate changes, delays, boarded and then MORE delays. I hate to say this won’t matter, but posting stuff about major corporations in 2026 is a post-modern “scream into the void.” Was multiple hours late coming home, so there you go.

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

The crew was very kind, but no in-flight entertainment monitors and a 2 hour and 30 minute delay was extremely frustrating.

I almost missed my flight and they helped me out enormously

Delays experienced in boarding/take off due to incoming plane delayed. However, the boarding time/depart time in the app was significantly delayed in providing these updates. Usually not updated until an hour after we should have already boarded. Poorly managed.

Moved to earlier flight which unexpectedly had maintenance issues initially indicated as quick fix to ultimately plane changes. Moved back to original flight, also delayed. In all cases customer updates and communication very unclear, no updates on drivers for delays.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

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