$110 Find Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Airport to California

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Cheap Flights from Newark to California

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$258
San Francisco
San Franciscononstop$279
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$283
San Jose
San Jose1 stop$277
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$357
Fresno
Fresno1 stop$272
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$389
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$512
Arcata
Arcata1 stop$364
Redding
Redding1 stop$378
Reno
Reno1 stop$307
Sacramento
Sacramento1 stop$337
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$258
San Francisco
San Franciscononstop$279
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$283
San Jose
San Jose1 stop$277
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$357
Fresno
Fresno1 stop$272
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$389
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$512
Arcata
Arcata1 stop$364
Redding
Redding1 stop$378
Reno
Reno1 stop$307
Sacramento
Sacramento1 stop$337

Book Cheap Newark to California Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Newark to California 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Newark to California

Tue, May 26 - Wed, May 27
Frontier Logo
11:30 am - 11:14 am
EWR
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LAS
26h 44m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:59 am - 12:32 pm
LAS
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EWR
8h 33m
1 stop
$224Frontier
Fri, May 29 - Wed, Jun 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:14 pm
EWR
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LAS
10h 44m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:14 pm - 5:00 am
LAS
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EWR
4h 46mnonstop
$226Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 1
Frontier Logo
5:55 am - 12:36 pm
EWR
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LAS
9h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:45 am - 9:28 pm
LAS
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EWR
11h 43m
1 stop
$229Frontier
Sat, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 9
JetBlue Logo
7:50 pm - 10:37 pm
EWR
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LAS
5h 47mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
10:30 am - 6:27 pm
LAS
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EWR
4h 57mnonstop
$231JetBlue
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 15
Spirit Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 5:58 pm
EWR
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LAS
5h 31mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 7:04 am
LAS
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EWR
4h 54mnonstop
$233Spirit Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 5
Spirit Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 5:58 pm
EWR
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LAS
5h 31mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 7:04 am
LAS
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EWR
4h 54mnonstop
$237Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
United Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 7:50 pm
EWR
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SAN
8h 38m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 6:53 am
SAN
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EWR
5h 23mnonstop
$283United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:14 am
EWR
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SFO
6h 14mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 8:37 am
SFO
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EWR
5h 38mnonstop
$283United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 7:35 pm
EWR
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SAN
6h 00mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:51 pm - 6:04 am
SAN
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EWR
9h 13m
1 stop
$288Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:59 pm
EWR
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SJC
9h 24m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 6:52 am
SJC
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EWR
9h 52m
1 stop
$318Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Newark to California flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Newark Airport to California?

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

What is the cheapest Newark Airport to California flight route?

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

The cheapest ticket to California from Newark Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Los Angeles, at $237 round-trip. The most popular route is from Newark Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $237.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to California?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Newark Airport to California depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $376 on average. Morning departures are around 10% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $441.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Newark Airport to California?

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 $486, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to California?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Newark Airport to California, 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 Newark Airport to California is August, when tickets cost $337 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $519 and $474 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Liberty Airport to California?

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

For Newark Liberty Airport to California, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from California back to Newark Liberty Airport, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Newark Airport to California?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Newark Airport to California, 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 Newark Airport to California, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$110
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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Flights from Newark to California: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Newark to California 
MitchellFlew with United Airlines
EWR
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SFO
Apr 2026
security access line for Premier access was very reasonable, process was less than 10-15 minutes. Leave time for dropping off a rental car - is a bit of a walk and then AirTrain transfer due to the current construction - so allow time for less stress. take advantage of the tables in the boarding area for charging devices or doing work.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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LAX
Mar 2026
This flight is very convenient, it should be noted that the security at Newark seems quite understaffed and not the most efficient so passing through it will always take at least half an hour.
AnjaliFlew with Spirit Airlines
EWR
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LAX
Dec 2025
look out for landing in the new terminal that is then a bus ride away from your luggage
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SFO
Dec 2025
Bring your own food and in flight activity since they don’t supply any.
AracelyFlew with Spirit Airlines
EWR
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LAX
Dec 2024
Bring snacks and your own water bottle to stay hydrated.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SAN
Feb 2025
My flight was not delayed, but my family had a flight earlier in the week that was, by 5 hours. My daughter says she'll never book a late afternoon flight as they seem most likely to be delayed. I personally like the timing and usually they cost less. Also, get on the plan with fully charged devices or a non-electronic form on entertainment.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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LAX
Jun 2024
Make sure to get food before you get to the airport. Bring chargers for ur phone or your technological device.
BerniceFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SAN
Jun 2024
Give yourself plenty of time to get through security.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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LAX
Apr 2024
There are buses from Time Square Bus Terminal to Newark for $18 direct no stops you are there in 30 minutes.
MasakoFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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LAX
Apr 2024
Newark has few food options so pack something if you can. It’s not worth getting food at Newark.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SAN
Feb 2024
Allow time for TSA (I had) or figure out the priority boarding (I didn't but will look into it for future flights), I thought they were pretty inefficient. A guy behind me was freaking out because he was going to miss his flight and a bunch of us let him cut the line in hopes he could make it.
SridharFlew with Spirit Airlines
EWR
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OAK
Dec 2023
Fly light. Get seats in front. Make sure you get here before 10 - rental car place closes prior.

FAQs - booking California flights

  • Are there amenities for people with special needs at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    The Los Angeles International Airport has amenities for special-needs passengers to travel comfortably. All parking lots have wheelchair-accessible spaces, and all terminals have wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Airport shuttles are complimentary and lift-equipped. The Bradley International terminal's departure Level has a 24-hour first aid center for emergencies. Kindly request wheelchair services from all airlines.

  • Are there pet relief areas at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)?

    Newark Liberty International Airport has designated pet relief areas where you can rest and have fun with your dog. These areas are; Terminal A on the west side of Immigration Hall, Terminal B on the south side, and Terminal C in the C Courtyard. Gates 57 and 65, the Delta Lounge, Gates 40-47, and 131 are the indoor areas.

  • How can I get to the city center from Los Angeles International Airport?

    For travellers arriving at Terminal B, take a cab from the LAX location near Terminal 1 in parking lot 3. For passengers arriving at Terminals 7 and 8, take a taxi from either Terminal 3 or Terminal 7. A time of 21 minutes is required to travel the distance equivalent to 29 km.

  • Are there kids playing areas at Los Angeles International Airport?

    The Los Angeles International Airport has a play area for kids between the ages of 2 and 11. Kids can enjoy a light table, a slide, and a block puzzle in this section. The modern kid's play area at Westfield is inspired by the local scenery and designed with them in mind. Parents and other adults supervising children can take a load off on the nearby seats, providing a good view of the play area. 

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Newark Liberty Airport to California?

    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 Newark Liberty Airport to California.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Newark Liberty Airport to California?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Newark Liberty Airport to California 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 Newark Liberty Airport to California?

    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 from Newark Liberty Airport to California with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Newark Liberty Airport to California?

    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 from Newark Liberty Airport to California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to California

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Newark Liberty Airport to the following destinations at these prices or less: Las Vegas $164 one-way - $318 round-trip; Los Angeles $208 one-way - $365 round-trip; San Francisco $223 one-way - $424 round-trip
  • If you are looking to fly directly to California, book a non-stop service provided by Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in California.
  • Travellers departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) can park their vehicles at the available parking options at the airport. Short-term parking options are available at the terminal at parking lot A, B, and C. Economy parking is at P6 and Daily parking is at P4. It is advisable to contact parking services for long-term parking if you plan to park for more than 30 days.
  • At Los Angeles International Airport, you have the luxury of choosing car rental options that fits your car rental needs and budget. There is a wide selection of car rental agencies that offer cars just for you, including Advantage, Avis, National, Hertz, Economy, SIXT, and much more. The pick-up and drop-off locations are located off-site from the terminals. Follow the "Rental Car Shuttle" sign on the Arrivals outside the baggage claim to the car rental counter to book a car.
  • A taxi from the city's heart to Newark Liberty International Airport is the quickest way to get there from the city center. Getting there from the city, which is 28 km away, should take about 21 minutes under ideal traffic circumstances.
  • There are several nursing rooms at Los Angeles International Airport where you can breastfeed and change baby diapers. These nursing rooms are located at Terminal 1 next to Gate 13, Terminal 2 between Gates 23A and 21B, Terminal 3 at Gate 33, Terminal 4 near Sunglass hut, Terminal 5 opposite Food Court, Terminal 6 at Gate 64B, Ashland Hill between Terminal 7 and 8, and Terminal B next to Gate 50.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Newark to California

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Newark to California. 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 Newark to California? 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
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12325 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.1Food
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
Airline reviews

The check-in crew for Alaska was rude, unhelpful, and the opposite of customer-centric. We arrived 50 minutes before our flight and were told it was too late to check baggage. When I asked what the cutoff was, the agent started speaking in codes “D50” and yelling to their manager who also spoke in codes. They then tried to speak to me using these codes and all I wanted to know was the time of the cutoff, which they would not — or could not — articulate. They booked me and my family on the next flight while smirking.

2.0 MediocreJoel, Apr 2026
JFK - SFO
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The check-in crew for Alaska was rude, unhelpful, and the opposite of customer-centric. We arrived 50 minutes before our flight and were told it was too late to check baggage. When I asked what the cutoff was, the agent started speaking in codes “D50” and yelling to their manager who also spoke in codes. They then tried to speak to me using these codes and all I wanted to know was the time of the cutoff, which they would not — or could not — articulate. They booked me and my family on the next flight while smirking.

The front desk attendant was rude to everyone in an absolutely careless way.

The boarding process could be clearer, there's never a call for group f

We left late; had to land in Minneapolis unscheduled to refuel and then landed in interior instead of lax at 2am......

good, no complaints but nothing to rave about. It was fine

I paid $168 each for myself and my daughter for an upgrade and we didn’t get any of the things mentioned by you/ site that comes with an upgrade. It was all just the same. One snack and one beverage. Nothing else. I don’t understand what the upgrade was.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

The attendant on board was amazing. She should be doing business/first international long haul.

Perfect flight. Smooth flight. Arrived 20 minutes early at destination. Excellent service.

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

We were delayed and had to circle due to weather and had to divert for fuel. While I understand that you can’t control the weather I would have appreciated knowing that the crew wasn’t going to run out of hours and then having to spend the night in the Raleigh airport.

Automated scanning was slow and somewhat haphazard. Too many people were unfamiliar with the tech and were forced to learn on the fly. The hands off approach of the gate staff made it more uncomfortable. This needs work. Overall the flight and cabin crew were excellent.

Crew were fantastic and so catering and wonderful! Full score for the entire crew!

Terrible. They canceled our early morning flight after midnight on the day of and had no available flights to rebook my family on for the next 72 hours. Yet they still had other flights that were not cancelled from JFK so it couldn’t be based on the weather. It felt like they canceled the flight based on it not being profitable enough for them. I am not interested in traveling with the again. The absolute worse customer service and lack of accountability.

First time flying with JetBlue and never again. I went to the counter to request meet and assist because I'm 74 and my wife is 79. I walk with a cane and my wife is handicapped and has her own wheel chair. I told the agent that my wife and luggage was at the entrance door. The ticketing agent said to me that they don't offer meet and assist. I need to bring them our luggage and then go back and get my wife in order to get my boarding pass. As I went back to get my luggage a Southwest agent along with a TSA agent recognized the situation and came over and took my wife and luggage to the JetBlue ticketing counter alongside the line and told the JetBlue agent to issue to take our luggage as soon as they could.

Flight was fine, price was good but food onboard was abysmal. I was on there for breakfast and lunch and dinner 845am EST to 845pm GMT and all I got was a yoghurt parfait, fruit and a piece of cake. Later snacks included an ice-cream brownie and a pizza twist. I was hungry by the time I landed and the airport amenities were closed. Not happy.

Not a pleasant experience, service was poor. Didn't like it

Everything was great. I liked the text updates so that I never miss a gate change & I have all the latest info.

No internet on a flight over three hours in this age is criminal. Staff inattentive and dismissive

Worst flight experience ever flights canceled. JetBlue told us just did not even bother standing in line to come back in one and a half hours then without any information we had to go pick up all of our luggage and spend over $2000 in accommodation just to get home. JetBlue said that the next flight available for us to get home would be three days later. Absolutely absurd hasn’t offered to give us any compensation do not fly JetBlue horrible company. They said it was based on the weather and the weather is great in all locations that we would’ve been flying to total hoax. I think it’s a conspiracy theory.

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 was no inflight service. Once we landed we were delayed to find a gate for an hour and a half which was 1/2 the total time in the air.

The gate agent had a really bad attitude and refused to help me get on the standby list. She just handed me a card and said I needed to call a number. I asked her to help with the AA app on my phone and she just shrugged and said she didnt know. After a few phone calls, I eventually just went to a different gate agent on the other side of the terminal and got the help I needed.

One day, I do so hope for a gluten free snack! Seems like with the rest of the world FINALLY figuring out what gluten free is, American Airlines would too. Fingers crossed!!

I am very appreciative of the help provided to me by Dennis and Whitney. I had lost my phone at EWR airport and they were very kind in assisting me. This included advice on how to file a report and also helping me connect with family. The pilot was also great about keeping passengers updated on the flight progress with regular communications over the system.

They canceled my flight and never told me. There was no follow up email. I had to buy another ticket the day of.

Spirit is awful, and cost me an extra $400. On the flight to the destination they staff was rude and did not even offer water during the flight. On the return flight, while on the way to the terminal, Spirit cancelled the flight. This is the second time this has happened, and I believe they should compensate for the additional cost for incurred for the return flight. Spirit simply offered reimbursement for their cancelled flight, and did not take into consideration the cost for a last-minute flight home. The TSA agents expressed how Spirit often cancels evening/night flights, and shows no concern for the passengers.

My flight with spirit airlines was canceled leaving me stranded until tomorrow.

It was my first time flying with spirit. It was amazing. I loved it.

No WiFi, no outlets to charge phones, no complimentary beverages on a 6 hour flight

I liked the quickness of the boarding process. Things were run smoothly and the staff was very professional. The overall experience was great.

Terrible Flight was cancelled last minute with no other flights available

More comfortable seats, free snacks and soft drinks, some sort of entertainment or WiFi.

That gate is like a ducking shelter at Newark No where to sit Outlets that don’t work Bathrooms that are dirty

Flight was cancelled. But kayak thought it was still on time.

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