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Cheap Flight Deals from Denver to Chicago (DEN-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Denver to Chicago 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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8:22 pm - 11:52 pmDEN-ORD
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6:00 am - 8:02 amORD-DEN
3h 02mnonstop
$90Frontier
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8:22 pm - 11:52 pmDEN-ORD
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6:00 am - 8:02 amORD-DEN
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$97Frontier
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7:30 pm - 11:05 pmDEN-ORD
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12:40 pm - 2:25 pmORD-DEN
2h 45mnonstop
$151Southwest
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4:50 pm - 8:10 pmDEN-MDW
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6:00 am - 7:35 amMDW-DEN
2h 35mnonstop
$151Southwest
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Wed, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 20
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1:45 pm - 5:31 pmDEN-ORD
2h 46mnonstop
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6:49 am - 8:23 amORD-DEN
2h 34mnonstop
$160American Airlines
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10:27 am - 9:39 pmDEN-ORD
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9:05 am - 10:58 amORD-DEN
2h 53mnonstop
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8:50 pm - 12:25 amDEN-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
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9:40 pm - 11:30 pmORD-DEN
2h 50mnonstop
$169United Airlines
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Thu, May 29 - Thu, Jun 5
American Airlines Logo
7:21 am - 11:01 amDEN-ORD
2h 40mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 8:14 pmORD-DEN
2h 49mnonstop
$173American Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Fri, Jun 27
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:25 amDEN-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
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9:40 pm - 11:30 pmORD-DEN
2h 50mnonstop
$185United Airlines
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11:20 am - 4:10 pmDEN-ORD
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5:40 am - 7:32 amORD-DEN
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Expert advice for your flight from Denver to Chicago

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

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


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

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

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


United offers Priority Boarding for Zone 2, reducing carry-on space worries.

Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags, saving on baggage fees.


Southwest's EarlyBird Check-In improves boarding position, avoiding middle seats.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
American Airlines

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


American Airlines offers free Wi-Fi for T-Mobile customers.

Airports
DEN

Use the DEN Reserve program for expedited security. Reserve slots online up to 3 days in advance for times between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Read more about DENby Harriet Baskas
ORD

Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago. It runs 24/7 and costs $5, taking about 45 minutes.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
MDW

The CTA Orange Line connects MDW to downtown Chicago in about 25-30 minutes. It’s a convenient and cost-effective option.

Read more about MDWby Stefanie Waldek
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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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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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and DEN

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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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KAYAK's insights & trends for Denver to Chicago flights

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

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Planning a trip from Denver to Chicago? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Denver to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Denver to Chicago.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Denver to Chicago cost $155 and was between Denver (DEN) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $155.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Chicago?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Denver to Chicago. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to Chicago, 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 Denver to Chicago is September, where tickets cost $140 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $212 and $212 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Denver to Chicago?

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

No, with an average price for the route of $873, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Denver to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to Chicago, 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 Denver to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

 AI-powered savings tips

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

For those planning to fly from Denver to Chicago, there are several ways to save money on your flight. Generally, the cheapest day of the week to fly is Wednesday, while the cheapest month to fly is April.

Route Choice: Opt for flights from Denver to Chicago Midway for the cheapest route.

Booking Time: Book your flight at least 120 days in advance for the best prices.

Airline Selection: Frontier Airlines typically offers the cheapest flights for this route.

Flight Type: Direct flights are generally cheaper than those with one stop.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonMay
Cheapest flight$45
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Denver to Chicago

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

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Denver to Chicago 
AdamFlew with SouthwestDEN-ORDOct 2024
Arriving T5 at ORD on Southwest is often a LONG walk, with no moving walkways going out, to baggage claim / pickup.
BrianFlew with United AirlinesDEN-ORDJan 2024
Big airport. Make sure you have enough time between flights for rest, eating, etc…

FAQs for booking flights from Denver to Chicago

  • What are some good hotel options near Chicago Midway International Airport?

    The Hyatt Place is a modern hotel that is a 25-minute drive from downtown Chicago and a 6-minute drive from Chicago Midway International Airport. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is a 4-star choice that is a 5-minute drive from the Ford City Mall and a 3-minute drive from the airport.

  • Is there anywhere to shower at O’Hare International Airport?

    If you would like to freshen up after your flight has landed, there are several places where you can shower in O’Hare International Airport. Both the American Airlines Admirals Club and United Club lounges have private showers that can be used by anyone with an access pass. The Hilton Athletic Club also has showers that can be used by guests.

  • What is there to do at Denver International Airport?

    If you enjoy art, make sure to look at the various art exhibits that are located inside of Denver International Airport, including several outdoor landscapes that contain small statues. If you like video games, head to one of the gaming booths that are located throughout all the terminals and can be rented for a small fee.

  • What shopping options are there at Denver International Airport?

    Because of its diverse selection of shops, Denver International Airport is a convenient place to purchase souvenirs and gifts. Bearfruit Jewelry is located near the A Gates and sells a variety of accessories, while Route 70 Clothing is located near the B Gates and offers apparel items.

  • Is there public transportation from downtown Denver to Denver Airport?

    Yes, Denver has a commuter train that takes you directly from the city center to the Denver International Airport (DEN). This is the most convenient public transit round, avoiding worrying about traffic and parking before your flight to Chicago. It takes about 30-40 minutes on the A-Line. You can expect it to cost around $10.50 per day.

  • What accessibility services are available for passengers flying out of Denver Airport?

    If you have reduced mobility and require assistance to catch your flight out of Denver International Airport (DEN), you can book the airport’s meet and assist service. This includes help from the terminal entrance, through TSA security, to your gate. Make sure you reserve it at least 48 hours before your departure time.

  • From which airport is it more convenient to get to Millennium Park?

    Both Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) have direct subway routes to the iconic Millennium Park and The Bean. Nonetheless, the trip by train from Chicago Midway is shorter. From this airport, closer to the city center, you can be walking around Millennium Park in about 35 minutes if you take the Orange Line.

  • Where can I drop off my car rental in Chicago O’Hare (ORD)?

    For those dropping off their Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) rental car, the different agencies available at the airport are located at the Multi-Modal Facility outside the airport area. However, there are Airport Transit System shuttles that connect the MMF with all the different Chicago O’Hare terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Denver to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Denver to Chicago was $45 for a one-way ticket and $90 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Denver and Chicago?

    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 Denver to Chicago?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Denver to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Denver to Chicago?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Denver to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Denver to Chicago?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Denver to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Denver to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Denver to Chicago, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Denver to Chicago are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $233 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $297 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Denver to Chicago?

    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 Denver to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Denver 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 Denver to Chicago?

    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 Chicago with an airline and back to Denver with another airline.

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

    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 Chicago from Denver 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 Denver to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $103 or less one-way and $188 or less round-trip.
  • When booking flights from Denver to Chicago, there are two primary airports that you can land at. If you will be staying in the northern region of the city, consider flying into O'Hare International Airport. If you will be staying in the southern region of the city, it is more convenient to fly into Chicago Midway International Airport.
  • An easy way to make your travel experience as quick and carefree as possible is to book a direct flight from Denver to Chicago. Spirit and Frontier Airlines offer a variety of tickets at budget-friendly prices, while United Airlines has an option to upgrade to a more comfortable seat for a small fee.
  • For those who are traveling for business, stop by the business center that is located near the B Gates of Denver International Airport. Equipped with high-speed Internet, desks, and fax and copying services, this center is a convenient place to work on your to-do list before boarding your flight.
  • If you are hungry after your flight has landed, check out some of the diverse dining options in O’Hare International Airport. Berghoff Cafe is a casual choice that is located in Terminal 1 and serves a variety of sandwiches, while Macaroni Grill is in Terminal 3 and has Italian-inspired cuisine.
  • To unwind before a long day of traveling, pay a visit to one of the A Massage locations near Gates A and B of Denver International Airport. These salons offer both table and chair massages, allowing travelers to melt their stress away before officially embarking on their travels.
  • If you’re flying into Chicago for a long layover or just a short trip to the city, Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) has an on-site hotel. You’ll find the Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel right across from Terminals 1, 2, and 3 and connected with underground walkways to the International Halls.
  • Upon your arrival at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), you can check out some of the art on display. There are various sculptures, murals, and paintings throughout the concourses. For instance, there’s the display of the Dauntless Diver airplane at the exit of Concourse A.
  • Hop on the Blue Line of the subway to get from the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Downtown Chicago in just around 50 minutes. You can expect it to cost about $2-5.
  • Although it is possible to find direct flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Chicago, sometimes it’s more convenient or affordable to book a route that has a layover in between. In this case, you can fly to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) with Delta Airlines, stopping in Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP) on the way.
  • There are four different pet relief areas at Denver International Airport (DEN). Bring your furry friends here to stretch their legs and relieve themselves before your flight to Chicago. You’ll find one on Level 2 of each of the center cores of Concourses A, B, and C, and the northwest side of Level 2 in the Jeppesen Terminal.

Prefer to fly direct from Denver to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Denver Intl Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Denver Intl to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Chicago to Denver Intl

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Denver to Chicago

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4293 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
7.1Food
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Apr 2025DEN - SEA
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I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

1.5 hour delay, poor service, no compassion from the crew. Terrible experience

Our flight was diverted from being a non-stop to getting within 150 miles and requiring another plane. We heard 4 or 5 different versions from SW as to why we had to stop, then wait for a replacement plane. Five hour delay, weather did not come up as a single excuse.... communication was not clear and well explained. No one really took charge!

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

I really like open seating. I hate that I've heard this is going away. This is one of the unique things that makes Southwest my goto choice.

It seems as though the provisions are even less. Although SWA used to be an economy Airline, that isn't really the case anymore. I paid over $700. for a round trip to Denver and I could have flown just about any airline for the price. The drinks are now in a 6-ounce cup and with ice I'm sure a can would fill more than 2 cups. However, I am very proud of SWA for using paper rather than continuing to contribute to the millions of plastic cups being used each day. I've thought of this fr many years and am so glad to see it come to fruition, if not by only SWA so far.

My original flight was extremely delayed but I was able to join the standby list for an earlier flight. I was grateful for this feature but I wish I could’ve gotten my standby confirmation sooner.

I like that it was on time and the staff was friendly.

No space for our carryon and needed to check at plane before boarding !

Flight was ok. Boarding wasn’t fun. Flights were delayed by 12 minutes on each leg.

Electric plugs didn't work. Entertainment system wasn't working

The design of the light switch on the arm rest is ridiculous.

The gate attendant let me walk right by her with a bag too big for the overhead compartment

Overall poor for me I paid extra for seats with leg room and my regional flights exit row seats have less leg room then the others that's money that could have been saved and on my final flight home the flights air was not operating it was unbearably hot in the cabin I will be contacting United and filing a DOT complaint

Overall, it was a good experience. Boarding was good and there was plenty of overhead bin space for everyone’s carryons (even when we boarded toward the end). Only improvement would be to offer trash service more regularly.

David went above and beyond to make our flight the best that it could be

No food service almost missed because of first flight delays

Had a hard time finding my assigned seat. No attendants to assist.

The negative was the wait at the airport coming back. I checked my bags in, an hour before boarding and I get the notification that my flight was delayed. Rather had gotten the notification while I was at the hotel. Then it was delayed 3 x’s. Ugh!

Plane still had screens for watching movies. Good selection too.

Any sort of gluten free snack option would be nice

To start, I’d like to say that every American Airline personnel I interacted with on the ground, especially flight crew, was very friendly and did their best to help me out. Despite this, however, my experience with the airline was an entire mess. The 7:19 PM flight was heavily delayed due to weather, and pushed to 10:30 AM the next morning. Because of this, I had to spend the night inside of the airport. At some point later in the night, I got an email saying that the flight had been canceled. I called the support number, and the representative on the other line told me that the flight was still on and that I didn’t need to rebook. The next morning, no one came to the gate to open the door for the crew until almost 11 AM. By this time the flight crew had been waiting for over an hour, and they had called management to get someone to open the door for them multiple times. Around 11:30, the gate screen had changed to a different flight. I ended up buying a last minute ticket with Southwest airline just to get to Chicago, because the next flight with American wasn’t until 7:19 pm that day. Now, earlier that morning my suitcase had been sent ahead of me to ORD. I went to baggage claim to ask them if I could have my suitcase forwarded to where I was staying. The representative at SDF baggage claim said they could and put the claim in for me. As I was going back through TSA, I got an email that the airline had found my suitcase, but the next step was to send it BACK to SDF. I called the airline support number again, and I made it clear that my suitcase needed to stay in Chicago and to not come back to SDF. The representative told me that they would hold my suitcase at ORD and that it wasn’t going to be forwarded anywhere. Once I got there, I found that they had loaded my suitcase onto a plane to send it back to SDF. Thankfully, I had gotten to the baggage claim counter in time for them to put in a request to bring my suitcase back up. My refund with the airline is processing already, but because of this entire experience and miscommunication at every turn of the way, I will not book with American Airlines in the future.

The plane was late and then sat on the runway for almost 45 minutes before taking off.

Crew professional. Easy bag drop off. On time. Good entertainment.

Everything was great. Boarding, early departure, early arrival, and deplaning were smooth. Smooth flight.

Per usual, flight status, staff courtesy and professionalism were excellent

Crew was late. Baggage was late. 2hs inside the plane waiting fro de-icing and traffic. A 3:30hs flight ended up being almost 6hs inside the airplane.

The only thing is if Wi-Fi is available after you land and taxi to the gate. It takes forever to get to the gate, and having the Wi-Fi continue would be great to bide the time at least 5 minutes before you arrive at the entrance. That is my only comment; otherwise, everything was good.

Had to wait on pilot and crew to depart and had to wait to arrive at the gate because they only had 2 crews working. Delays, delays....Planes just keep getting smaller and tighter and they nickle and dime for everything. When will an airline actually wake up and make flying more enjoyable?

Timely boarding process, made up for lost time even after a lengthy wait for de-icing

Everything went as planned. Crew was great. Seats were still not that comfortable.

they delayed my flight which ended up, causing my layover flight to leave without me, resulting in me missing a flight and having to stay overnight in Houston international. I got no compensation other than a flight to my original location only a day later. i’ve never experienced such a unprofessional situation

The seats were extremely hard and uncomfortable, even for a budget airline.

Boarding was very well executed. Got my bag right away.

Overall experience good. There was no food and seats were not terribly comfortable.

There was nothing to like, flight delayed had to move to different departure areas, disorganized to say the leasr

There were a lot of issues every step of the process. Check in, security, boarding, and dealing with luggage. Plus the money you think you are saving you end up using in hidden fees.

The flight attendant was arguing with a passenger before takeoff. The passenger was frustrated but the flight attendant should have handled it with grace, but instead she was nasty and rude. The seats were comfortable and the flight was uneventful. I wish we didn’t have to pay for drinks or snacks but that’s what you get with a budget airline.

Booked two aisle seats and were switched to an aisle and middle. Not happy.

I fly Frontier often and generally don't have any issues. For some reason, the Denver to Houston's George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) flight always needs to wait on the tarmac in Houston because a gate is not available after landing. I've been stuck for as little as 15 minutes and as much as a little over an hour. I know only fly the Frontier Denver to IAH route when there is not an available flight to Houston Hobby (HOU).

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Flights$6842h 20m
Trains$31918h 40m
Buses$21024h 00m

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