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$128 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco

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Cheapest round-trip
$240
Overall average: $307
Alaska Airlines
Tue 1/20Thu 1/22
ORD - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$247
Typical prices: $278-$496
United Airlines
Wed 1/21Tue 1/27
ORD - SFO • Non-stop
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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom on this route.
Expect long security lines at Chicago O'Hare Intl.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco (ORD-SFO)

 
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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 10:47 pm
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9h 03m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 11:50 pm
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ORD
7h 20m1 stop
$240Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 24
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7:41 pm - 12:28 am
ORD
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6h 47m1 stop
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11:41 am - 11:37 pm
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ORD
9h 56m1 stop
$241Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Feb 14
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1:35 pm - 10:50 pm
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11h 15m1 stop
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10:36 am - 5:05 pm
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ORD
4h 29mnonstop
$242American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
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7:10 am - 2:29 pm
ORD
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SFO
9h 19m1 stop
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6:05 am - 5:22 pm
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ORD
9h 17m1 stop
$243Delta
Fri, Mar 20 - Tue, Mar 24
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5:11 am - 3:26 pm
ORD
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SFO
12h 15m1 stop
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10:14 pm - 11:40 am
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ORD
11h 26m1 stop
$244Frontier
Thu, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 9:58 pm
ORD
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SFO
8h 23m1 stop
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2:52 pm - 11:37 pm
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ORD
6h 45m1 stop
$245Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
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7:41 pm - 12:28 am
ORD
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SFO
6h 47m1 stop
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8:41 pm - 5:56 pm
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19h 15m1 stop
$246Frontier
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
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6:29 pm - 9:30 pm
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5h 01mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 8:05 pm
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ORD
4h 30mnonstop
$247United Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 26
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3:44 pm - 10:47 pm
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SFO
9h 03m1 stop
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12:00 pm - 11:50 pm
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ORD
9h 50m1 stop
$248Alaska Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Tue, Mar 17
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1:00 pm - 9:55 pm
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10h 55m1 stop
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6:40 am - 11:59 pm
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ORD
15h 19m1 stop
$249Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights

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What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco?

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco is May, where tickets cost $288 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $420 and $404 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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 $392 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 48% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

 
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United Airlines

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


United offers Priority Boarding to avoid gate-checking your carry-on, placing you in Zone 2.

American Airlines

American Airlines' Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks for a small fee.


American Airlines provides high-speed Wi-Fi for purchase, with free options for T-Mobile customers.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines offers a 20-minute baggage guarantee, ensuring quick baggage claim or bonus miles.


Alaska's Premium Class offers priority boarding, extra legroom, and complimentary drinks on flights over 350 miles.

Airports
ORD

Expect long security lines at ORD during peak times. Arrive early to ensure a smooth departure experience.

SFO

Use BART for easy access to San Francisco from SFO. It's affordable and avoids rush hour traffic.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$128
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco 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 San Francisco flights

  • Are there nursing suites at O’Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    Yes, there are plenty of high-quality nursing suites at ORD. The nursing suites provide a private, spacious and serene environment for nursing mothers. Also, the nursing rooms are easily accessible and feature excellent equipment such as a sink and a baby changing table. They are located at Terminal 2 of the airport.

  • Are there lounges at O’Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is one of the busiest airports worldwide and the major airport in Chicago. It features top-notch airline lounges offering comfort to passengers. These lounges include Admirals Club, United Polaris Lounge, United Club, Delta Sky, Air Canada Lounge, Swiss lounge, and many more. Most of these lounges provide excellent services like showers to passengers. The best part is they are easily accessible as they are situated at Terminals 1, 2, and 3.

  • Where can I find accommodation at San Francisco Airport?

    There are multiple hotels where you can spend the night if you are arriving late at San Francisco Airport, such as The Westin San Francisco Airport Hotel, found 1.2 miles from the airport. The hotel offers superior amenities, including free shuttle transfers, a hot tub, and an indoor pool. You can also opt for SFO Marriott Hotel, Grand Hyatt, and SFO El Rancho Hotel spending on your budget.

  • Does SFO offer services for people with reduced mobility?

    SFO offers exceptional services for people with reduced mobility upon request. When flying into SFO, it is recommended that a passenger contacts their airline, informing them of the special assistance they need. This way, you will have assistance, including a wheelchair arranged by your arrival at the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco was $128 for a one-way ticket and $240 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco flight route: American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, Air Canada, United Airlines, and Qantas Airways.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $276 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $334 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco.

  • 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 San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and SFO 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 San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $239 or less one-way and $347 or less round-trip.
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is approximately 18 miles from the Chicago business district. The airport is the hub of Chicago serving the city and surrounding regions. You can access the airport with ease. Also, it serves most of the international airports in the city.
  • If you are traveling through ORD, you can never run out of things to do to help you spend time while waiting for your flight. ORD features a wide comprehensive range of amenities and services you can enjoy at the airport, such as banking services, shopping, charging stations, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • When flying into San Francisco Airport (SFO), you will find at least an interactive kid’s area where kids can play as they unwind from the long flight. The room is equipped with kids' play items such as toys, sliding areas, and many more. You can also check the airport’s website for the kids’ section information.
  • There are pet relief areas in both the departure and arrival airports for passengers traveling with their pets. This ensures that you and your four-legged companion have a great traveling experience. You can also walk your pet after the long exhausting flights to the pet relief areas. These areas are situated inside and outside of the airport’s terminals.
  • If you are arriving at San Francisco Airport and need an airport transfer, you can opt for the BART airport shuttle train. It connects the airport to the San Francisco business district. Alternatively, you can utilize public and ground transportation services to navigate the city.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to San Francisco?

 
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 San Francisco.
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Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines, United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines, United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, United Airlines

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American Airlines, United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines, United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 11598 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
7.1Food
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The seats are very small. I’m 5’ 3”, so don’t think I should notice. The food selection was non existent and very disappointing. 5 hour flight plus TSA, etc. I would have appreciated a small salad, crudités. Something fresher not just chips.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
DCA - SFO
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The seats are very small. I’m 5’ 3”, so don’t think I should notice. The food selection was non existent and very disappointing. 5 hour flight plus TSA, etc. I would have appreciated a small salad, crudités. Something fresher not just chips.

Was notified the departure would be late. Later on it was suddenly on time. Traffic by LAX was horrendous, and I missed the flight.

you sent me to some shitty "Airfaireassist" thing that did a bait and switch on the faire. Won't be using Kayak ever again

Every thing is on time, boarding, landing nice and smooth. But No tv? No food for 6 hours flight?

I don’t think Alaska coordinates with Kayak. I did not get a “check-in” email inviting me to check in 24 hours in advance. Had to wait 20+ minutes to get a wheel chair.

The plane was delayed which was annoying. No seat back screens is a bummer. Staff if great

The flight was delayed so we didn’t get into San Diego until almost 1 AM. Otherwise, it was lovely.

First Class seats had no more legroom then Premium Economy. There was no working WiFi or entertainment. I would have rather paid $400 more and flown on United for the 6 hours from EWR to SFO.

Overall the flight was on-time and plane ride very comfortable. The free snacks not so good - only a small bag of pretzels and no milk. I wanted milk. There was not entertainment on the plane unless I wanted to download their APP. But I would consider flying with them again and be more prepared on my part with food and entertainment.

This was more with the third party booking through Kayak but my KTN for Pre-TSA, even though I entered it, wasn't assigned to my ticket when I got to the airport. I had to go through regular security. Also the Alaska app had trouble loading my ticket in the first place and I had to ask for it to be printed. Alaska Airlines was great but wanted you to know about this hiccup in the ticketing interface.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

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.

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 late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

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.

1. when we went to check in, our 2 first class seats had been CANCELED and the flight was sold out. This was done without our prior knowledge. It was all we could do to restore one first class seat for my wife and I flew economy. 2, Our flight home was scheduled to leave at 10:30 pm. Due to tsunami warnings, the roads were closed and our flight status was uncertain as to whether it would leave as scheduled. It was announced that it would now leave at 11:20 pm and the roads were now open since the tsunami had come and gone. We made a mad dash to the airport and checked in. Delays were announced at 12:30 pm, 1:30 am, 2:30 am and at 3:30 am it was canceled. Since this was a flight due to natural (tsunami) causes, there was no compensation. We were told to return at 1:00 pm the next day and our baggage would be kept on the plane since the same plane was going to leave at 1:00 pm. We had to return to our hotel for the rest of the night. The same plane did not leave at 1:00 pm and our baggage was gone! All in all, it was a miserable performance by UA. Information was hard to obtain and no one knew what was going on and what was going to happen. Hundreds of passengers slept on the floor, chairs, etc. No food and no water was made available to the passengers. It was a situation where UA could care less what was going on. As a one million mile flyer, I had not experienced anything like this before and it was hugely disappointing!

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

My flight was delayed a very short period of time but they did not hold my connecting flight to San Diego, also through United. So they closed the doors before we got off our plane. They would only have to help the door open for another five to ten minutes. So I missed a court deadline for a manditory mediation settlement conference for my client. I had to get an associate to be there in person and be on the phone with him relaying what he needs to do the entire time. The court was very upset with me and so was my client. United cannot be trusted.

Really good 😊 the woman at the gate entrance was a little rude checking in our carry-on but i dont think she worked for the airline, she worked for the airport at sacramento, other than that amazing.

Crew were all friendly and helpful. It was a short flight so just a beverage service with a cookie. After we were boarded the plane took about 45 minutes to leave the gate but it was New Year’s Eve so not shocking there was some delay. Overall good experience and very grateful.

The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.

The boarding by groups is pointless. The first two groups worked fine, but almost Noone boarded in goups three thru five leaving the vast majority boarding when group six was called. It defeated the purpose of spreading out the crowd.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

The plane was late, when we did board the plane was as cold as a freezer. I was freezing the entire flight, no blankets. Lost miserable flight I’ve ever had.

Great. Quick and quiet and east. The breakfast choices were a welcome surprise!

3 hour weather delay followed by 1 hour (and counting) maintenance delay. UGH!

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

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

Amazing food, great staff, with one noticable detail missing ...but no seat entertainment in any of aircraft ...I am not a fan

A 630departure flight Delayed 6hours! They changed my gate, I moved to the new gate. Had our flight on the screen for 12noon departure. I go get above to eat, check screen again and the flight was gone, no notice no announcement, nothing!! They sent my bag on the flight I wasn’t on, got it back to me 3days later. Thank goodness they did refund my money but I will NEVER fly them again.

Due to weather, my flight was delayed, further delayed, then canceled. I eventually got through to a support person who helped me find a different route out of MSP, but to get to DIA, they didn't want to, but eventually did help with the connection ticket purchase. But even this replacement flight was delayed time and time again, and I would have missed my connecting flights and I didn't want to get stuck in a layover city, so after 12 hours at the airport with two young boys who were very tired, we just cancelled our plans and spent the week at home, instead of Nana's.

Plane and crew on board were fine. Everything else was terrible.

The third party booking with cheapflightsfares was awful. Kayak should NOT partner with them. They sold me a bundle including seat selection and carry-on, but did not book the carry-ons with Frontier, so I’m out of pocket for $414 more while I await resolution.

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

One of the worst travel experiences I've had. Had a flight scheduled with CVG to RSW on VLSWQX this morning departing at 5:30. Two individuals at the gate and one was in training. Not her fault but she didn't have the ability to check people in resulting in at least 15 families that didn't make it on the plane because they weren't checked into the system in time. When arriving at the airport to drop off our prepaid checked bags, the bag drop off agent asked if we could check our bags at the gate because of the long line. We said no problem so arrived at the gate by 5:00. They told those people that had previously paid for checked bags to stand off to the side while they let others that either didn't have a checked bag or their bag was already on the plan through. Realizing the gate workers had an issue, they either called for help or this lady showed up late for work as she didn't arrive until 5:15. The worker who had been there training the other individual and working diligently to make sure all passengers got on board. He even said that at one point all people that are currently in line are fine but asked the person in training to stand outside the ticketing area around 5:15 to notify any late travels that the flight was in boarding process and they arrrived too late. At that point, we're sill standing off to the side with our pre-paid checked bags patiently waiting. When the new lady arrived she couldn't have been more rude. It was an awful seen. Essentially they had asked for those without an assigned seat to board last, those with pre-paid checked bag stand off to the site and any traveling with a larger items that needed to be checked at the gate (such as a stroller), wait on the side. They realized that the flight needed to leave on time so the gate attendant shut the gate. So anyone without a seat assignment, those that had pre-checked bags, and the worst one I saw was a mother with two infant children was in line with use because she was asked to stand to the side because her stroller. When they shut the door to the plan they told her she could no longer get on. Her checked bags were already on the plane with her car keys in them, and the lady told her we couldn't accept anyone else on because the door was shut. She didn't even have a way to get home from the airport. Truely evil behavior. I've flown Frontier enough to know customer service is not a top priority in the company's mission, but this was an all-time low. I'm sending this after an 18 hour drive that our family just completed to Bonita Springs . I felt really bad for the lady being trained and the other individual trying to help, but when the new lady came to the gate she was truly one of the rudest individuals I've ever met. One lady had been there since 4am but because she didn't have an assigned seat they wouldn't let her on the plan.

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

i was unable to check in the flight. refund requested

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.

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