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Typical prices: $202-$394
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$231
Typical prices: $230-$416
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago (LAX-CHI)

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

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 29
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Chicago flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago departing in August.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Chicago flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago costs $220 on the route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 7% cheaper than other Los Angeles-Chicago routes. It is also the most popular route.

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Chicago on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Los Angeles, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago is September, where tickets cost $270 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $551 and $483 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Los Angeles 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 $413, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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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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Expert on United Airlines, ORD and LAX

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.

KAYAK's tips to save more on a Los Angeles to Chicago flight

When planning a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, there are several strategies that can help you save money. Generally, Tuesdays and the month of January offer the lowest average prices.

Route Choice: Opt for flights that land at Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD) for the cheapest fares.

Booking Time: Book your flight at least 30 days in advance to get the best deals.

Airline Selection: Allegiant Air generally offers the cheapest flights for this route.

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

Route Selection: The cheapest route is from Los Angeles to Chicago Greater Rockford.

Flight Type: Direct flights are generally cheaper than those with a layover.

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Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Los Angeles to Chicago 
FrancisFlew with United Airlines
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Check the weather, or bring a. Raincoat! Being from sunny California, I forget it isn’t always sunshine in other states!
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May 2024
Check-in using the United AirLines app to access your boarding pass. Arrive at least two hours early at LAX airport.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

  • How can I get around Los Angeles Airport?

    LAX is a large international hub with nine terminals. However, getting around the airport is hassle-free thanks to the accessible walkways and the free airport shuttles that offer terminal to terminal transit. They operate from the terminals to the Economy Parking Lot and the employee parking lots. The shuttles are available on the Arrivals at the PINK LAX Shuttle stops.

  • What assistance is given to special needs passengers at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) has special assistance services that ensure special needs passengers traveling through the airport get equal access to their programs and activities. Each airline operating in ORD offers wheelchair assistance to passengers with reduced mobility. Passengers can make reservations for this service through their airlines. It also provides a changing facility with a shower, restroom and other ADA facilities for passengers with additional needs. The facility is located near Gate F3 in Terminal 2. All the other restrooms within the airport are also wheelchair-accessible.

  • If I am taking my pet to Chicago, is there a pet relief area at the airport?

    Los Angeles Airport offers eleven pet relief stations, three of which are located outside the terminal for use before heading through security.

  • If I do not want to make the drive into downtown Chicago, is there a good hotel near Chicago O'Hare International?

    The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is located right at the airport and is the only hotel located on the airport grounds. This hotel includes a walkway to the terminals that is completely enclosed, an expansive fitness center, indoor pool, sauna, full-service locker room, two restaurants, a sports bar and room service.

  • What airlines have the most eco-friendly flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    About 1,264 kg of CO2 is emitted per passenger on Los Angeles to Chicago flights. However, Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier offer some of the most eco-friendly flights on this route, emitting about 30% to 33% less carbon than their competitors flying the same route. To fly more sustainably, take direct flights from any major airline. These direct flights are more sustainable than the flights with stops en route.

  • What is the fastest way to get from downtown Los Angeles to the Los Angeles Airport?

    A great option to get to Los Angeles Airport from all over the Los Angeles area is the FlyAway shuttle. This shuttle runs to and from a variety of points in the Los Angeles area to all terminals at the airport. The cost for a one-way fare for the FlyAway is $9.75.

  • What is the best way to get to downtown Chicago from Chicago Midway Airport?

    Probably the most cost-effective and usually quickest way is on the classic Chicago "L" train. Just grab the Orange Line train and make the trip to downtown Chicago in roughly 20–25 minutes.

  • What are the parking options at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    If you need a place to store your vehicle during your trip to Chicago, LAX has you covered. It offers multiple onsite parking options, whether you need a space for just an overnight stay or longer-term. Central Terminal Airport Parking is available at all terminals. These lots are free for the first 15 minutes. LAX's Economy Parking Lot E is located at a satellite lot a short drive from the airport. Free airport shuttles offer transit between this lot and the Central Terminal. Additionally, LAX collaborates with other surrounding lots to ensure the offsite parking options are safe and convenient for the passengers.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago was $124 for a one-way ticket and $230 for a round-trip.

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

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    On your way to Chicago, you’ll fly out from Los Angeles. You’ll be landing in one of Chicago’s 2 airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $374 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $499 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $224 or less one-way and $394 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers with time on their hands before flights from Los Angeles to Chicago can build their own burger at Built Custom Burgers, located in Terminal 2 of Los Angeles Airport. Just head up to the counter, place your order, and watch them build your burger before your eyes as you call the shots on all the toppings you want.
  • Travelers on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago with some time to kill before their trip can find a relaxing place to pass the time at the American Airlines Admiral's Club. The three locations at Los Angeles Airport are in Terminal 4, Terminal 5 and the American Eagle Commuter Terminal. Admiral's Club members and most first and business class passengers can enjoy the lounge at no cost, and, even if you are not in that group, you can purchase a day pass to the club for $59.
  • If the kids are along for the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, why not take them to the LAX Beach, located in the International Terminal? This is an interactive play area for kids that will not only keep them entertained before your flight, but will educate and enlighten them as well.
  • ORD offers duty-free stores ideal for stocking your essentials before leaving the airport. These stores sell various products ranging from apparel to cosmetics to electronics and other travel accessories. They are in Concourse B and C IN Terminal 1, Concourse F in Terminal 2 and Concourse K in Terminal 3.
  • If you are in the mood for an upscale ride from Chicago O'Hare International after your flight, Echo Limousine offers an eight-passenger stretch limousine to downtown Chicago for around $120.
  • Los Angeles to Chicago flights arrive at either ORD or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). If your destination is downtown Chicago, it would be ideal to fly into MDW as it is closer to the region.
  • Most major airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago operate nonstop flights. However, one-stop flights are also available. The common layover options for these flights are Dallas, Las Vegas, and Fort Lauderdale.
  • A popular means of travel after flights from Los Angeles to Chicago is to head curbside and grab an Uber. Riders requesting a ride from Chicago Midway Airport should set their pickup location as the arrivals level adjacent to the baggage claim area. The cost for the trip to downtown Chicago is between $20 and $30.
  • If you’re a nursing mother traveling through Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), you can use the mother's rooms for nursing your infant. These facilities provide a quiet and comfortable space to breast pump, feed or nurse your kid. They are located on every terminal and are equipped with comfortable chairs, soft lighting, changing surface, electrical outlets and sinks.
  • If you need cash or currency exchange services before flying out, use the ATMs and currency exchange counters at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Bank of America operates ATMs in every terminal. ICE Currency Exchange counters are available at the Departure Level in every terminal.

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Los Angeles Los Angeles to Chicago

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Chicago

 
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8.6Crew
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Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

2.0 MediocreJames, Apr 2026
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Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Can not wait for seating change to reduce the amount of pre boards - it’s disheartening the abuse. And then then deplaning

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

Wifi didn’t work, no service, seats are hard as rocks

The flight took off late, which really stressed me out for 5 hours worrying about my connection. We started boarding late... not sure why. There was a long line for preboard of folks that needed assistance or were in wheelchairs and not enough attendants to help. There was one lady who seemed to hold up regular boarding bc she needed to consolidate her 3 bags into 2. I'm wondering why we all had to wait for her and not board around her. Crew on board was great! So funny, so helpful and very nice. They reassured me my connecting flight would wait... and it dead. Seems it was waiting on several connecting flights, so it took off late too. Overall a very long trip but I'm glad I didn't have to spend the night in the Baltimore airport. And why are SW terminals so far from each other. I had to haul from the end of one terminal to the end of different terminal to catch my flight.

It was as good as it could be. Flying is not a pleasant experience these days.

Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

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

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Fast, lovely scenery, great info on the Delta flight screen about landmarks we were flying over. Great landing!

Long flight but comfortable and not freezing as I have experienced on Hawaiian flights to the islands. They gave us blankets just in case. Nice touch.

My recent experience was excellent on Delta! I flew with Delta Comfort and I was really comfortable in my seat. I enjoyed the in-flight service. The flight attendants were so friendly and hospitable. I love the snack on the flight as well. This was my first time flying on Delta and I will definitely consider flying with them again.

My flight was canceled on Sunday. Rebooking took three hours. Had to pay for accommodations another night. New flight was delayed for 5 hours, all that was sent was a 12 dollar food voucher, which doesn’t tell you how to use it. Then when we landed we had to sit on the plane for an hour before we could get off.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

It was a pretty standard flight... until the almost hour and a half spent on the taxi way. I get that the weather has been poor but the delay had nothing to do with the weather and more to do with a plane with several issues tying up the gate. I get that that happens from time to time but this has been EVERY flight I've been on for the past 5 years and I fly 3 to 5 times a year. This isn't just United... it's American, it's Delta. It's an issue with the entire industry. I work for UPS and packages on a cargo plane get better service than people do these days. Anymore I HATE flying.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

The first flight was better in terms of the aircraft.

As usual, United scheduling is completely misleading. A 54-minute layover at O’Hare is too short to make a lot of connections, especially since the flight landed “on time” but had to wait on the taxiway 15 minutes for a gate to open up. Then it takes another 10 minutes to exit the plane before one can run to another concourse to catch a connecting flight.

when you can say you don't remember being at any point upset during a flight, the airline is winning .

I had a great flight. Everything went smoothly and the flight arrived early.

The strangest business class layout, 2-4-2, with alternate rows facing backward.

I'm a person with a visual disability and I felt safe traveling on United Airlines. The flight attendants were very attentive and checked in on me to make sure that i was accommodated well. I had a connecting flight in Chicago and I liked the ease of boarding on and off the plane. There was no issues at all. I'm very pleased with my flight experience.

Wheelchair assistance from the United Club was terrible. No chair came when it was scheduled. There was no one at the counter upstairs to call for one. I had to hobble to the entrance to get someone to call for the chair. Waited for 10 more minutes. Got to the gate halfway through boarding. I was in Business Class. Flight attendants never asked if you wanted anything. Had to call for a glass of water. The food was fine.

The flight from LA to Chicago was smooth and service was very good overall.

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

We flew in first class. The crew did not offer drinks before the flight took off, but they treated us well during the flight. The food was excellent. There was actually too much food served, but it was nice to have all the options.

Was not able to watch most shows on the entertainment site. They would not load

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

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?

It was nice being on a flight that had working wifi. The boarding was quick - why don’t all airlines have small boarding groups window to aisle? Makes so much sense!!! I was disappointed to be the first person stopped to have to gate check my carryon. Especially when there was plenty of overhead space at the back! But I get it…keeps it moving. Crew was nice.

Seats were very uncomfortable. I paid extra for a seat with more leg room, the seat was no different than a seat at the back of the plane. Flight attendant was rude.

I did not enjoy continuously being lied to about the amount of time we would circle Chicago before deciding to redirect to Milwaukee. Then the amount of time we would sit on the ground in Milwaukee waiting for gas, or to take off again. Or the amount of time it would then take to get to Chicago again, or sit on the runway waiting for a gate. The whole time continuously hopefully we would make our connecting flight that kept getting delayed as well. Only to scramble and miss it. Enough with the BS. Tell me the truth. "Sorry, things are backed up and your probably not going to make your flight. You should rebook on the next flight now rather than wait." You'll never hear those words from an airline. Speaking of which. If the flight has been redirected and/or is seriously delayed, how about making the WiFi free for everyone so they get to rebooking and reserving hotel rooms while still in the air. You've inconvenienced me already and now you want me to pay $20 for Internet so I can try to make other plans. Absolutely disgusting!

Nothing, flight was supposed to leave at 758 am. My flight didn’t leave until 430 pm. Spent the whole day at the airport.

It was awful ....my first time flying on it and I will NEVER fly it again ....everything about it was terrible .....most especially the flight attendants

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Flight was delayed 3 times, would have been nice to have received text message instead of email notifications. Frontier app wasn’t even updated accordingly, no gate number disclosed. No agent at front desk of gate to inform of delay. Very confused and left if the dark

They changed the timing , first delayed by 4 hours then went back to 40 mins late, we had to run back to airport to not miss our flight. This is ridiculous

With frontier you get what you pay for. The flight was two hours late. It’s a tight fit for the number of people they bring but you get to where you’re going cheap. Sometimes that’s more important than a nifty drink and cool TV..

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