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$45 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Charleston

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$191
Overall average: $387
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/5Thu 1/8
PHL - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$229
Typical prices: $204-$402
Frontier
Thu 3/26Sun 3/29
PHL - CHS • Non-stop
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Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on and seat.
Use rideshare apps for a quick ride from CHS to downtown.
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Spirit Airlines
Cheapest • from $229 (round-trip)
American Airlines
Best reviews • 7.2 score
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5 weeks
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Charleston (PHL-CHS)

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

Mon, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 8
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10:00 pm - 8:37 am
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CHS
10h 37m1 stop
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6:15 am - 4:04 pm
CHS
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PHL
9h 49m2 stops
$191Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
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8:20 am - 5:36 pm
PHL
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CHS
9h 16m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 11:50 pm
CHS
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PHL
30h 45m3 stops
$193Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
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5:40 am - 11:48 am
PHL
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CHS
6h 08m1 stop
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5:25 am - 9:23 am
CHS
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PHL
3h 58m1 stop
$199Delta
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
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8:43 pm - 5:36 pm
PHL
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CHS
20h 53m2 stops
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6:35 pm - 10:03 pm
CHS
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PHL
27h 28m2 stops
$201Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
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1:40 pm - 5:36 pm
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CHS
27h 56m1 stop
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7:00 am - 1:30 pm
CHS
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PHL
30h 30m2 stops
$206Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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8:20 am - 5:36 pm
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CHS
9h 16m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 3:37 pm
CHS
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PHL
21h 02m2 stops
$210Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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8:54 pm - 4:10 pm
PHL
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CHS
19h 16m3 stops
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6:35 pm - 10:03 pm
CHS
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PHL
27h 28m2 stops
$217Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10
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6:10 am - 1:10 pm
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CHS
31h 00m3 stops
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6:35 pm - 11:50 pm
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PHL
5h 15m1 stop
$220Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
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8:43 pm - 5:36 pm
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CHS
20h 53m2 stops
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5:05 pm - 11:50 pm
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PHL
30h 45m3 stops
$221Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
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6:00 am - 5:36 pm
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CHS
11h 36m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 11:50 pm
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5h 15m1 stop
$222Spirit Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Charleston flights

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

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Charleston?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Philadelphia to Charleston, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Charleston, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Charleston?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Charleston, 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 Philadelphia to Charleston is September, where tickets cost $231 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $470 and $387 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Philadelphia to Charleston?

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 $367 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Charleston?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Charleston, 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 Philadelphia to Charleston, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Philadelphia to Charleston

 
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Airlines
American Airlines

American Airlines' Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks.


Download the American Airlines app for inflight entertainment access on domestic flights.

Frontier

Frontier's Economy Bundle offers a carry-on and seat choice, ideal for budget travelers.


Opt for Premium Bundle for priority boarding and extra legroom, just $20 more.

Airports
PHL

PHL offers public transportation via SEPTA trains to Center City, taking about 30 minutes. It's a cost-effective option compared to taxis or rideshares.

CHS

For a quick and affordable ride, use rideshare apps like Uber or Lyft from CHS to Downtown Charleston, which takes about 20 minutes.

Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

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Expert on American Airlines and PHL

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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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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$45
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 45% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Philadelphia to Charleston

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Charleston 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 Philadelphia to Charleston

  • Does CHS have nursing facilities?

    If you’re traveling with your baby, you can breastfeed before leaving CHS, as this airport features several nursing rooms. On the Landside, there’s a nursing room near carousel 1, while on the Airside, the nursing room is between Gates B4 and B6.

  • Where can I eat while at CHS?

    CHS has well-reviewed restaurants in almost all its concourses. In Concourse A, you can eat and drink at Charleston Beer Works, whereas in Concourse B, you can eat at Mama Chef Cuban Café, Samuel Admas Brewhouse, and Desano Pizza Bakery. Near the ticketing area on the airport’s Landside, you can eat at Harvest and Grounds.

  • Where can I safely park my car at PHL?

    PHL is home to several parking garages. It’s worth noting that the car rental you park in will be determined by the duration you intend to park your car. If you’d like to park your car for a short duration, the short-term parking garages where you can park your car are the Daily and Hourly Parking garages. Contrarily, if you’d like to park your car for a lengthy duration, you can do so at the airport’s Terminal Parking Garages or the Economy Parking Lot.

  • Can I enter the USO lounge at PHL?

    If you’d like to enter the USO lounge adjacent to Gate A6 in Terminal E, you must be an active military duty member or a dependent of one. If you qualify for entry to this lounge, ensure you visit it, given that it boasts truly outstanding amenities.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Charleston was $40 for a one-way ticket and $191 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Philadelphia and Charleston?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to Charleston flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to Charleston flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Philadelphia and Charleston.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    There are nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Charleston on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Charleston, American Airlines or Spirit Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Charleston are American Airlines and Spirit Airlines. With an average price for the route of $352 and an overall rating of 7.2, American Airlines is the most popular choice. Spirit Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $190 and an overall rating of 6.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    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 Philadelphia to Charleston.

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

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

    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 Charleston with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and CHS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Charleston from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Charleston

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $176 or less one-way and $307 or less round-trip.
  • Time and again, many travelers have missed their flights at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) due to being held up at the airport’s security checkpoints. To avoid such a fate, on the date you’re scheduled to fly to Charleston from this airport, you should get to the airport at least 2h before your flight’s departure time.
  • American Airlines’ Admiral Club Lounges are in: Terminal 2 East, Terminal 2 West, between Concourses B and C, and above the food court in Concourse F. Delta Airlines’ Sky Club is located in Terminal D, near the Terminal D/E Connector, while United Airlines’ United Club is on Level 2 of Terminal D. All these lounges feature comfortable seats, clean toilets, friendly staff, and several tasty snacks and beverages.
  • PHL has a business center along the Terminal A/B Walkway. It offers services such as photocopying documents, printing, faxing, and notary. It also offers spacious workspace stations. Judging by the amenities this business center has, it’s fair to state that in it, you can work without hassle as you wait for your flight.
  • In Charleston, you’ll disembark from your flight at Charleston International Airport (CHS). To get from this airport to downtown Charleston, you can board one of the buses provided by the North Area Shuttle or travel onboard one of the city’s taxis. The fare for NASH buses is considerably low. Thus, boarding one would be wise if you’d like to travel affordably. If you’d like to travel quickly, you should board a taxi.
  • If you need any information after landing at CHS, make your way to the airport’s information desk, between the arrivals and baggage claim area. At this information desk, you can rest assured of getting the assistance you require, as this desk is operated by knowledgeable airport staff.

Prefer to fly direct from Philadelphia to Charleston?

 
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Direct departures

Philadelphia to Charleston

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

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Charleston to Philadelphia

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Friday

American Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Charleston

 
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7.2
American AirlinesOverall score based on 11047 reviews
8.0Crew
6.9Entertainment
7.2Comfort
6.5Food
7.5Boarding
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Delays to take off and to leave the plane after landing added a lot of time to this flight.

6.0 GoodMiguel, Oct 2025
PHL - MIA
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Delays to take off and to leave the plane after landing added a lot of time to this flight.

Poor seat in rear of aircraft Food at Admiral’s Club Terminal D at DFW inedible

The Phildalphia to Allentown portion was a BUS, not a plane. All was as expected.

Excellent - explanations were clear staff was nice and flight was comfortable

Flight was delayed not sure why no explanation given and no apologies either. Otherwise the flight was fine

Did not get the seat I selected and paid for.

Plane was delayed for 6 hours, at first by weather, which is understandable, but was further delayed with NO given reason for 2 1/2 hours more. We had no clue when we were going to depart actually until they opened the ramp. VERY POOR to ZERO COMMUNICATION!!!

Flight was delayed and after being in the airport for like seven hours, it was canceled.

Flight delays numerous times. Everytime we would get close to boarding it would be delayed again. Strung along the entire time.

Overall very good, only complaint I have is the crew from CLT to SAT could have collected trash sooner.

Our flight got rescheduled 48 hours later, the airline didn’t pay a penny for our expenses.

We had to sit and wait for almost an hour after landing and taxiing to the gate. The jet bridge was broken so we just waited and waited and waited and it was inconvenient, hot, and unnecessary.

Flight was in time, very smooth ride and surprisingly lots of legroom in the cabin so I certainly will fly with spirit again

The seats are the most uncomfortable seats I’ve ever sat in. Don’t believe I’ll ever fly spirit again!!

Flight was canceled and instead of rescheduling at the gate we had to go out to the ticket counter. Unruly kids kicking the back of my rows chair with staff to inattentive to say something.

Customer feedback I sent to Spirited today: “I will never fly Spirit Airlines again and will work hard to convince my friends and family to boycott/avoid Spirit Airlines at all costs. I booked three seats for me and my 8 and 10 year old children on NK 1222 from Orlando to Kansas City for 12/7/25 leaving Orlando at 10:37AM. This itinerary was abandoned by Spirit and we were rebooked onto Spirit flight NK 213 leaving at 9:06PM without any notice. Then the nightmare really began. Flight 213 was delayed a total of 12 times, finally leaving at 6:35AM the following day. The gate was changed 5 times and our electronic boarding passes were invalidated at midnight. The worst part was that the 12 separate delays were incremental making it impossible to plan for accommodations for my family. My kids missed a day of school and barely slept under the harsh lights with lots of noise on the filthy airport floor. The customer service agent at Spirit Airlines told us we would be emailed a voucher for a hotel which never happened. I asked about it multiple times and it never arrived in my email inbox. This whole unfortunate situation could’ve been avoided if spirit had taken a realistic approach and delayed the flight from 9 PM until 6 AM from the beginning. My son gleefully deleted the Spirit app from my phone once we landed and we will never fly with Spirit again.”

Honestly horrible. The plane on the way back was delayed 6 times with no explanation on why. When I asked for a refund or some money back because I had to miss a day of work because of the desk, they told me no. Because of how poorly it was handled I will most likely never take spirit again

I love a flight without turbulence and you guys deliver It’d be nice to have comfier seats and maybe some inflight entertainment and snacks but that’s for Delta

This was my first time on a budget airline and I couldn't even sit down all the way because my knees would embed in the seat in front of me. I'm only 6' tall with a 32" inseam. There's no upside other than y'all are cheap. I'm glad it was only a 2 hour flight. Lesson learned! I get why everybody talks down on budget airlines. The staff was outstanding, the flight went as well as possible, great pilot, great boarding, smooth sailing. Zero chance I'll be back though.

Everything was smoothly and convenient! Just stay in this way!

Not clean and was told I would get a great seat and it was not great at all

Flight got delayed for 5 hours no good explanation was offered ;(

Horrible. I would never fly Frontier again. The booking process is tricky at best, but fraudulent in my opinion. Frontier customer service did nothing to rectify my purchase -- I ended up paying more than double what I could have gotten from other airlines and nearly triple what I thought I was buying from Frontier. Their booking practices are unfair to the consumer.

Delayed. Text notifications were slow. Not much information o what was happening. Boarding was slow and confusing. Wasn’t even offered water other flight. Had to ask. No entertainment at all. Felt like.a Greyhound bus.

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.

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

There was no one at the counter to assist with our check in. The app didn’t work, so I arrived at the airport with time to check in and I couldn’t because no employees were there. When I finally got someone on the phone, it was inside the 60min rule and they said I could no longer check in and they could sell me another ticket. We had to scramble and pay an additional $800 for tickets and THEN AFTER (about 60 min from my original convo with customer service and 10min after original departure time) I had boarded my new flight, there was email saying my original flight from Frontier was delayed and leaving 2hr 50min later, but I STILL wouldn’t have been able to check in. Which means customer service should have been able to see it and let me check in because I was well within my check in time. When I call Frontier, they hang up on me. So their app didn’t work and they employees left and they take zero responsibility or assistance with their “customer service”

Terrible. Flight cancelled with no reasoning and no flights to rebook. Employees were useless and did nothing to help. Did not even know where to retrieve luggage from the cancelled flight. Flyers beware.

No fault of Frontier staff: plane was very late, reached Orlando at 1 am, took a while to get luggage. Weather, gov financial shutdown impact on TSA, air controllers seemed to have multiple flights backed up. Frontier staff seemed to cope as gracefully as possible. It did reassure me that I and my new hip could adapt to travel challenges. Food/entertainment were irrelevant to my trip.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

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