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$110 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Indianapolis

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Indianapolis, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$242
Typical prices: $371-$158
Frontier
Wed 7/29Sun 8/2
EWR - IND • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$274
Typical prices: $273-$173
Delta
Tue 9/1Mon 9/7
JFK - IND • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Indianapolis (NYC-IND)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Indianapolis 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 New York to Indianapolis

Wed, Jul 29 - Sun, Aug 2
Frontier Logo
1:35 pm - 9:15 pm
EWR
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IND
7h 40m
1 stop
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7:47 pm - 10:31 am
IND
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EWR
14h 44m
1 stop
$242Frontier
Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 22
Frontier Logo
10:29 pm - 11:25 am
EWR
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IND
12h 56m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:20 pm - 9:28 pm
IND
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EWR
9h 08m
1 stop
$245Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 18
Frontier Logo
1:35 pm - 9:15 pm
EWR
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IND
7h 40m
1 stop
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7:41 pm - 10:31 am
IND
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EWR
14h 50m
1 stop
$250Frontier
Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24
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7:00 am - 1:25 pm
LGA
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IND
6h 25m
1 stop
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5:25 pm - 11:20 pm
IND
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LGA
5h 55m
1 stop
$256Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 20
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7:25 am - 12:40 pm
LGA
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IND
5h 15m
1 stop
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5:00 pm - 10:55 pm
IND
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LGA
5h 55m
1 stop
$259Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7
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9:56 am - 12:18 pm
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IND
2h 22mnonstop
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6:50 am - 9:00 am
IND
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JFK
2h 10mnonstop
$274Delta
Thu, Jul 23 - Sat, Jul 25
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10:33 am - 7:02 pm
SWF
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IND
8h 29m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 5:54 pm
IND
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SWF
6h 27m
1 stop
$278Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 4
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1:59 pm - 4:32 pm
JFK
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IND
2h 33mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 7:39 pm
IND
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JFK
2h 24mnonstop
$289Delta
Fri, Jul 17 - Sat, Jul 25
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12:17 pm - 11:25 pm
SWF
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IND
11h 08m
1 stop
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11:27 am - 5:54 pm
IND
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SWF
6h 27m
1 stop
$298Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jul 3 - Sun, Jul 5
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3:30 pm - 6:02 pm
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IND
2h 32mnonstop
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7:10 am - 9:29 am
IND
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JFK
2h 19mnonstop
$301American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Indianapolis flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Indianapolis?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Indianapolis departing in July.

What is the cheapest New York to Indianapolis flight route?

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

The absolute cheapest return flight from New York to Indianapolis costs $269 on the route between New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Indianapolis (IND). However, over the past month, flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Indianapolis (IND) were, on average, 1% cheaper than other New York-Indianapolis routes. The most popular route is between Newark Airport (EWR) and Indianapolis (IND).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Indianapolis?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Indianapolis on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Indianapolis. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Indianapolis?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Indianapolis, 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 New York to Indianapolis is January, where tickets cost $86 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $689 and $517 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Indianapolis?

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 $416 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Indianapolis?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Indianapolis, 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 New York to Indianapolis, you should book around 1 week before departure. 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 New York to Indianapolis

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and JFK

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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and EWR

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$110
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Flight from Stewart Intl. to Indianapolis

When to book flights from New York to Indianapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Indianapolis 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 flights from New York to Indianapolis

  • How do I get wheelchair services at Indianapolis International Airport (IND)?

    Indianapolis International Airport offers wheelchair assistance to all travelers who need one. You can ask for one from any ticket counter or help desk. However, this can take a while before it is sorted. The most convenient way, especially for travelers arriving at the airport, would be to ask your airline to request one on your behalf. You can do this either during booking or at least 48h before your flight is set for departure. The airline will then organize with the officials at the airport, and you will have a wheelchair waiting for you as soon as you arrive.

  • How far is downtown Indianapolis from Indianapolis International Airport?

    Downtown Indianapolis is about 15 miles from Indianapolis International Airport. The most convenient way to get there would be taking a taxi or driving a rental car via the I-70. Using this means, you can get to any destination within the city center. If you prefer public transport, the 8 bus to Meijer would be ideal.

  • Are there any lounges at EWR Airport?

    Newark Liberty Airport has 8 lounges where travelers can hang out while waiting to board their flight. These lounges feature a wide range of amenities, such as workstations with PCs and printers, comfortable seats, TVs, Wi-Fi, and even complimentary food and drinks. United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines all have a lounge at the airport, with United having as many as three. To enjoy these lounge facilities consider booking your flight with one of the three airlines.

  • Is there an onsite hotel at JFK Airport?

    If you have an early flight out of John F Kennedy International Airport, you should consider staying at the TWA Hotel. It is the only onsite hotel at the airport and offers travelers a convenient place to spend the night. By being at the hotel, you get to eliminate that morning commute which can help you save a lot of time.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Indianapolis?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Indianapolis was $110 for a one-way ticket and $240 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Indianapolis?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Indianapolis?

    There are 3 airports in New York (Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia.) and only 1 airport in Indianapolis (Indianapolis). The cheapest flights are generally found on the New Windsor Stewart to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Indianapolis?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Indianapolis?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Indianapolis?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Indianapolis, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Indianapolis?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to Indianapolis on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Indianapolis, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Indianapolis are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $335 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $398 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Indianapolis?

    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 New York to Indianapolis.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Indianapolis from New York 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 New York to Indianapolis?

    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 Indianapolis with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

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

    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 Indianapolis from New York 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 New York to Indianapolis

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $288 or less one-way and $341 or less round-trip.
  • On top of John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK), two other airports serve the New York area, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Of the three, LaGuardia is the closest to downtown at less than 9 miles.
  • If you are flying out of JFK Airport, please ensure that you arrive at least 3h before your flight is scheduled to take off. The airport is one of the busiest in the country and therefore experiences long security queues.
  • If you plan to leave your car at the airport, look out for the offsite parking options. Most of the time, they are owned by independent companies and therefore charge lower rates than the parking lots inside the airport.
  • Consider booking a direct flight instead of connecting flights to make your flight more sustainable. This is because the overall carbon footprint from a direct trip is lower than connecting trips since they are usually longer and burn more fuel.
  • If you want to save on costs, consider booking flights that depart from EWR or LGA. Since they are relatively smaller and less busy than JFK, ticket costs tend to be lower.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Indianapolis?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York to Indianapolis.
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Direct departures

New York to Indianapolis

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Indianapolis to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Indianapolis

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Indianapolis. 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 New York to Indianapolis? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4235 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
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Flight was delayed over 3 hours. Planes were dirty. Staff indifferent. And they serve vegan pretzels as snacks.

2.0 MediocreMatthew, Jun 2026
CVG - MDW
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Flight was delayed over 3 hours. Planes were dirty. Staff indifferent. And they serve vegan pretzels as snacks.

It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

Airline is not very senior friendly. Flights are late, forcing us to run to the connecting flight. Food is awful. Wish they would go back to pretzels and peanuts. During flight, pressurization isn’t quite right and all of our ears get plugged. Everything is nickel and dime, charging for boarding, seat selection and legroom. While a screen at the desk in the gate area says check your roll on bag now for free due to space limitation, the employee at the desk will not check the bag without a $100 fee. Insane.

Kayak could’ve posted the correct gate number. Almost missed my flight.

Slow boarding, limited food and drink portions. Bad delays and turbulence

there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

I don't know why flying out of Sarasota requires two plane changes.

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

On time! There were plenty of airport employees who were able to keep us moving in the right direction. The crew on the plane were professional.

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

Transparency from pilots, quick boarding and exiting the plane, staff greeted to each and everyone,

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Flight delayed. Air broken. Cabin was hot enough to pass out. Delta shuttle’s becoming worse and worse.

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

I'm a United 1K member and have ben for 10 years. The gate agent had no control over the boarding process and had us passengers queued for hours as delays were announced. On the plane, the overhead air nozzle was broken so col over was powering through on me and the passenger next to me. Not a great experience for a million miler on United. Feel free to contact me. Josh Smigel - DM426089

Check in was chaotic with only one counter for business class and first class. The luggage conveyor belt at JFK airport was broken so the flight departure was delayed which made the flight stressful as I had a tight connection. Although the captain said they could make up the delay, they didn’t do so.

As I wrote earlier, poor planning and/or communication. At least twice, we were told that we would be boarding in less than ten minutes, only to have the flight again delayed at least another hour.

Flight left on time, arrived early, pleasant staff provided water, coffee, etc. access to bathrooms was reasonable and were well maintained. blankets were available, lots of entertainment options. LUGGAGE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I got my one checked bag quickly and was able to make a bus connection for a 2 hour bus ride saving me from waiting another 1.5 hours.

I had a good time. However, I paid for the wifi and it was in and out the whole flight.

They promise free wi-fi prior to boarding and then once on board you are informed you have to purchase wifi even after being a mileagePlus member.

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Both our flights were delayed. Almost didn’t get in the second flight. Staff was rude to the bone.

Everything went well except the turbulence what no one have a control of but pilot and crew handled very good!

Much better than Spirit. I was please by the easy fast check in and boarding

Leave on time. We waited on the plane for hour hours and it was hot and smelly

Two hours delay, probably one hour because they didn’t bring catering and they had to bring water in board. There a change of aircraft. But delays galore at CLT so it must be a CLT and/or AA operation issue. The 1 hr additional delays because nobody could bring 2 packs of water sooner is probably the best example of this airline operates

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

The flight was delayed about an hour for a maintenance specialist to approve the maintenance repair

Flying in the United States with the major airlines has become so underwhelming. A 2-3hr flight in most other parts of the world with the major carriers of the area comes with newer, CLEANER aircraft and significantly better in flight service in terms of both staff attitude and a actual meal service.

Wifi was spotty. Tray table was very dirty when I sat down.

Flight was extremely hot and they made us check our bags when the space was nowhere near full

Same plane as RDU to LGA — internet not working. Pilot issue of some sort at end of prior flight - I was on same plane for my connection. Late/delayed —

My flight from LGA was cancelled and my rebooked flight from JFK was delayed numerous times. I will now be getting home after 2am.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

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

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

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

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

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

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

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

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

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

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

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