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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl (ORD-IAD)

 
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 Dulles 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, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
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5:10 am - 12:55 pmORD-IAD
6h 45m1 stop
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1:55 pm - 12:10 amIAD-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
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5:10 am - 12:55 pmORD-IAD
6h 45m1 stop
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6:10 am - 3:50 pmIAD-ORD
10h 40m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Mon, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 12
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5:10 am - 12:55 pmORD-IAD
6h 45m1 stop
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7:14 pm - 3:17 pmIAD-ORD
21h 03m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Sun, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 10
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8:49 pm - 6:24 pmORD-IAD
20h 35m1 stop
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9:15 am - 5:39 pmIAD-ORD
9h 24m1 stop
$150Frontier
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Wed, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 17
Frontier Logo
11:00 am - 7:46 pmORD-IAD
7h 46m1 stop
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8:04 pm - 3:45 pmIAD-ORD
20h 41m1 stop
$151Frontier
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Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
5:10 am - 12:55 pmORD-IAD
6h 45m1 stop
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7:09 pm - 7:44 pmIAD-ORD
25h 35m1 stop
$154Frontier
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Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 15
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5:17 pm - 6:24 pmORD-IAD
24h 07m1 stop
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7:14 pm - 10:52 amIAD-ORD
16h 38m2 stops
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
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11:57 am - 6:14 pmORD-IAD
29h 17m2 stops
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9:15 am - 5:39 pmIAD-ORD
9h 24m1 stop
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 13
United Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 5:30 pmORD-IAD
1h 58mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 6:30 pmIAD-ORD
2h 15mnonstop
$197United Airlines
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Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
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5:00 pm - 11:26 pmORD-IAD
5h 26m1 stop
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9:50 am - 12:35 pmIAD-ORD
3h 45m1 stop
$217Delta
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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl

 
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.
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ORD

For a quick security check, avoid peak times at ORD, where lines can exceed 30 minutes. Off-peak hours are much faster.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
IAD

Use the Silver Line Metro from IAD to reach downtown D.C. in about 50 minutes. It's a convenient and affordable option.

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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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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl flights

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

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Planning a trip from O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl? 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’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

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

For Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington Dulles Airport back to Chicago O'Hare Airport, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is August, where tickets cost $287 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $353 and $334 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 $264 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl 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 Washington Dulles Airport flights

  • Can I fly with kids from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

    Yes, you can fly with kids from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. United Airlines is a suitable choice, offering kid-friendly amenities like in-flight entertainment, kid's meals, and pre-boarding for families. United ensures a pleasant and family-friendly travel experience for you and your children on this route.

  • What is the best way to connect from Washington Dulles Airport to downtown Washington?

    The most efficient way to connect from Washington Dulles Airport to downtown Washington is to take the Silver Line Express Bus to the Wiehle-Reston East Metro station. From there, you can board the Silver Line train, which provides a direct route to downtown Washington, D.C., allowing for a convenient and hassle-free commute.

  • Can I purchase an economy ticket and then upgrade to first class on flights from Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)?

    Yes, you can upgrade from economy to first class on flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) with United Airlines. United offers MileagePlus members the option to use miles or cash to upgrade their tickets for a more luxurious travel experience in first class, subject to availability.

  • What are the layover options for flights from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

    For flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), common layover options include Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). These airports offer connecting flights and various amenities to ensure a seamless journey between the two destinations.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport was $79 for a one-way ticket and $143 for a round-trip.

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

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

    American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways, and Aer Lingus offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Washington Dulles Airport.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C., Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $248 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $304 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles 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 O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.

  • 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 Washington Dulles Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles Airport with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and IAD 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $265 or less one-way and $284 or less round-trip.
  • If you want to connect to your flight from Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) while in downtown Chicago, you need not worry. The most efficient way is to use the CTA Blue Line which takes about 15 minutes to reach the airport. You may board at any downtown station at any time of the day. If in a rush, you can consider using the taxis or Towncar located in the city center.
  • United Airlines offers special services on flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). United offers options for passengers with disabilities or those in need of extra assistance, including wheelchair services, priority boarding, and accessible seating. Their dedicated staff ensures a comfortable and accommodating travel experience for all passengers.
  • If you need to fly to Washington from Chicago any time of the day, consider flying with American Airlines, for it has established a major hub at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) for flights to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). American Airlines provides convenient connections, a range of flight options, and a comprehensive network, making it a prominent choice for travelers between ORD and IAD.
  • Passengers with luggage should consider flying with United Airlines, a suitable choice for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. United Airlines allows carry-ons with dimensions of up to 22 x 14 x 9 inches and a weight limit of 35 lb. Their policy ensures convenient and efficient travel, accommodating passengers' essentials while adhering to size and weight limits.
  • Pet lovers should consider flying with American Airlines on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Their carry-on pet container must not exceed 19 x 13 x 9 inches, and the combined weight of the pet and container should not exceed 20 lb. This airline ensures a comfortable journey for your furry companion.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington Dulles Airport?

 
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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.
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Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. 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 O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl? 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
DeltaOverall score based on 7981 reviews
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.3Food
7.9Entertainment
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Delayed due to thunderstorms and no in-flight service due to rough weather — both of which are out of Delta’s control. Flight was good overall.

10.0 ExcellentLee, Aug 2025ATL - PHL
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Delayed due to thunderstorms and no in-flight service due to rough weather — both of which are out of Delta’s control. Flight was good overall.

The flight attendants in SLC were rude. I arrived 40 minutes early to gate. Ticket said I needed check in for seat assignments and tried check in and attendants said they weren’t doing it. And proceeded to never call me to give me a ticket so when time to board I received the very last seat. Please relay to employees to do their job better..,

On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

The seats got pretty uncomfortable pretty fast. The armrests are bigger than on other planes, so I had less room in the actual seat. My butt hurt by the end of the flight. :/ comfort was the primary issue. The crew were fantastic!

I believe that a four-hour trip should have a meal. Delta had none.

Great flight with Delta! Boarding was quick and easy, the amenities were solid, and the plane was in great shape. The flight attendants had a fun, lively energy while staying professional. All in all, a smooth trip — even managed to catch up on some rest. Thanks, Delta!

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

There was supposed to be a meal served, but there wasn’t and the major toilet was out of order

They made us board and then deboard due to mechanical issue which delayed the departure by almost 2 hours and we barely made our connecting flight. These quality checks should've been done before boarding not after.

Having to up charge for a seat assignment is not good. Delta can do better

It is clear that someone knew, and competent, is in charge of food at United Airlines at least for the international flights. I was flying in coach, but the choices of the dinner were excellent. Tasty, and appropriate size. I had the beef, which was a little bit like a shepherds pie, and it was good. Nothing comparable has been served on a United flight in years. It will not be confused with three star food, but it is very good for airline food. Even better was the breakfast choice between a cinnamon roll and a breakfast sandwich. I chose the breakfast sandwich which was absolutely delicious and which I would happily order again at my local Starbucks or Panera. It is clear that someone knew indifferent is in charge of the food and it’s about time.

Had one staff that was not pleasant. Seems they are stressed with too many people to care for.

I would have liked an opportunity to move to a different seat ( even would have checked in my hand luggage)as I had health issues where I didn't have to clamber over the passenger next to me to for toilet use/ movement [ She was a highly unpleasant neighbor to sit next to]. In addition, I found that my European phone plan had run out of data and so I was not receiving emails from yourselves on airport wifi to be able to check in online and verifications difficult as did not accept the ticket number I had. I asked for an extra blanket but was told there was none. Then I saw other passengers receiving them. I couldn't eat the food and asked for snacks : Stewardess said " on the way" but they did not bring. The best bit was the check in process in Lisbon. Very efficient. However, I did not understand why we had to collect our bags at Washington then go through customs again. It was not explained. I also with my leg and health issue had approximately mile walk to the gate ( which then changed) . There appeared to be no moving walkways or help provided.

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

We had a very long diversion and our food voucher didn’t work because the restaurants were closed

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Mostly the experience was good except for the flight changes made by UA which meant longer layover in DC

Terrible. First of all we were delayed 4 3/4 hours departing Honolulu. As we had to leave our condo and the rental car had to be returned we had to go to the airport. Even though we had a business class boarding pass to Washington, since we did not have business class to Montreal we could not access the lounge without paying a $59 fee each. This does not make sense to us. Since we could not meet our original connection United booked us to Montreal via New York LaGuardia on Air Canada. In Washington a further delay got us into LaGuardia too late to make our connection to Montreal so we were booked on another Air Canada flight 3 hours later. We were originally scheduled to arrive in Montreal at 10:40 and arrived at 19:55. A totally exhausting day, United did not offer a meal voucher or any type of compensation. Air Canada did give us a digital meal voucher. The food in United business class is poor among all meals offered. The pods look nice but are not that confortable. Overall would not fly on United again.

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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