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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco (PHL-SFO)

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

Thu, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 15
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7:19 am - 2:57 pmPHL-SFO
10h 38m1 stop
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8:53 pm - 2:18 pmSFO-PHL
14h 25m1 stop
$200Frontier
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Tue, Jul 8 - Fri, Jul 11
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5:30 pm - 10:25 amPHL-SFO
19h 55m1 stop
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4:31 pm - 5:49 amSFO-PHL
10h 18m1 stop
$201Frontier
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Wed, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 23
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:26 amPHL-SFO
5h 56mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 5:26 amSFO-PHL
5h 26mnonstop
$289United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 16
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7:00 am - 10:01 amPHL-SFO
6h 01mnonstop
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6:21 am - 2:44 pmSFO-PHL
5h 23mnonstop
$291American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 4:34 pmPHL-SFO
11h 19m1 stop
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8:55 am - 5:28 pmSFO-PHL
5h 33mnonstop
$295United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 17
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 9:46 pmPHL-SFO
6h 11mnonstop
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11:10 am - 7:42 pmSFO-PHL
5h 32mnonstop
$296American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 6 - Sat, Aug 16
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 12:12 pmPHL-SFO
8h 02m1 stop
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5:03 pm - 5:45 amSFO-PHL
9h 42m1 stop
$309Delta
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Tue, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 23
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 12:10 pmPHL-SFO
9h 20m2 stops
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5:15 am - 4:40 pmSFO-PHL
8h 25m1 stop
$314Southwest
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Tue, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 18
Delta Logo
2:35 pm - 10:49 pmPHL-SFO
11h 14m1 stop
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12:40 am - 10:39 amSFO-PHL
6h 59m1 stop
$317Delta
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Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 11:10 pmPHL-SFO
7h 30m1 stop
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5:30 am - 3:40 pmSFO-PHL
7h 10m1 stop
$323Southwest
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Expert advice for your flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco

 
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American Airlines

Consider Main Cabin Extra for early boarding and complimentary drinks on longer flights.


Download the American Airlines app for access to inflight entertainment without seatback screens.

United Airlines

Opt for Economy Plus for up to six inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


Check United's Wi-Fi coverage map before purchasing Wi-Fi for better connectivity insights.

Airports
PHL

PHL offers public transportation via SEPTA trains to Center City, taking about 30 minutes, making it a cost-effective option for travelers.

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SFO

For easy city access, use BART from SFO. It's affordable and connects to popular neighborhoods like the Mission and Embarcadero.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco 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 San Francisco? 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 San Francisco?

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

When flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Philadelphia, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $363 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $449 and $439 respectively.

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

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 $1,341 on average.

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

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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco

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

  • Are there any shops in Philadelphia International Airport?

    Duty Free by DFASS can be found in Terminal A of Philadelphia International Airport and sells travel essentials, such as magazines, snacks, headphones, and neck pillows. Shine Collectibles is in Terminal C and offers a variety of sports clothing and accessories, while Pennsylvania Market is in Terminal E and has food products from the region.

  • Does Philadelphia International Airport have any places to let animals stretch their legs?

    There is an indoor Pet Port that is placed inside of each terminal in Philadelphia International Airport, as well as outdoor relief zones that are near all Arrivals areas. They are securely fenced in, contain grass and waste disposal bags, and can be used by both pets and service animals.

  • What amenities does San Francisco International Airport offer members of the military?

    In addition to having a USO Center that is open 24h a day, San Francisco International Airport has a limited number of overnight facilities that can be used by members of the military. Most shops and restaurants also offer discounts for both active members and veterans, but an official ID card is required.

  • Do any hotels have a free shuttle service to San Francisco International Airport?

    There are several hotels that offer free shuttles to and from San Francisco International Airport, with most of them picking up and dropping off from the Hotel Courtesy Shuttle zones in the center island in front of all Arrivals terminals. The Aloft Hotel is a chic choice, while the Comfort Suites is a more affordable option. For a hotel that offers long-term lodging options, book a room at the Comfort Suites.

  • What is the best way to get out of San Francisco International Airport )SFO)?

    BART trains are the best transport option for those connecting from SFO to different destinations within Bay Area, including Downtown San Francisco. It takes about 30 minutes to arrive in Downtown San Francisco from the airport.

  • How can I catch up with the earliest flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Enjoy even more convenience if you want to catch the earliest flight to San Francisco from Philadelphia by spending the night at Philadelphia Airport Marriott. From the hotel, you can easily connect to Terminal B of the airport via Skybridge.

  • Which airlines should I book when flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco with kids?

    Booking American Airlines or United Airlines guarantees you and your kid(s) enhanced comfort throughout the entire journey, thanks to the spacious seats and extra legroom in all cabins. Additionally, American Airlines provides priority boarding for those with young ones.

  • How convenient is landing at San Francisco International Airport late at night?

    If your plane from PHL or TTN touches the ground at SFO late at night, you can spend the remaining hours of the night at one of the nap rooms in Terminals 2 and 3 of the airport. Optionally, you can also connect to a nearby hotel like San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront. The hotel offers 24-hour operational free airport shuttles, making it easier for you to connect to the airport.

  • Which nearby cities can I get to from San Francisco Airport?

    Apart from serving as the gateway to San Francisco for international travelers, SFO also serves a number of nearby cities. Some of the cities you can get to from SFO include Mountain View, San Jose, Santa Clara, and Palo Alto. Rental cars provide a more flexible way of connecting to these cities from SFO.

  • How do I find rental cars when landing at San Francisco International Airport?

    There is a rental car center located inside the airport on the Fourth Floor, housing a number of popular rental car companies, including Enterprise, Avis, Budget, and Dollar. Therefore, renting a car after deplaning at SFO is a hassle-free process.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco was $100 for a one-way ticket and $200 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Philadelphia and San Francisco are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Philadelphia from Philadelphia and will be arriving at San Francisco.

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

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Asiana Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $346 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $458 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 San Francisco.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and SFO 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 San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $256 or less one-way and $343 or less round-trip.
  • To travel as affordably as possible, look for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco with layovers, such as through Sun Country or United Airlines. If you would rather have a nonstop flight, American and Alaska Airlines offer many choices.
  • If you need to print out some last-minute documents or work on your to-do list, pay a visit to the UPS Store in the Terminal A/B walkway of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). In addition to having several workstations, this store also provides copying services, sells shipping supplies, and has a notary.
  • Have some extra time before your flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco leaves? Philadelphia International Airport has a virtual library that allows travelers to download podcasts, books, and magazines for free. There is also an Observation Deck in each terminal that provides direct views of the airport’s tarmacs.
  • For travelers who would like some help carrying all of their suitcases, make a reservation with an Airport Butler through San Francisco International Airport’s (SFO) official website. This service will provide you with an employee to collect your luggage, arrange private transportation, and walk you to your car.
  • If you’re traveling to San Francisco with your little ones, go to the Cloud of Goods store in the main terminal of San Francisco International Airport. In this shop, you can rent important baby equipment, such as car seats and strollers.
  • Flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco depart from either Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) or Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). The benefit of departing from PHL is that you have access to several airlines and can get a flight at different times of the day, subject to your schedule. The number of daily flights to San Francisco departing from PHL is higher than TTN. On the other hand, departing from TTN gives you the benefit of enjoying shorter queues at various security checkpoints.
  • Buses provide a convenient and affordable way of getting to Philadelphia International Airport from downtown Philadelphia. Three bus lines, Route 37, Route 108, and Route 115, provide direct connections to the airport terminals from the downtown area. Taxis are the alternative means of transport, especially for those rushing against time.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the main destination airport for flights from Philadelphia. However, a considerable number of flights arrive at Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJE). It is easier to connect to the San Francisco city center from SFO due to the availability of more transport options. Those landing at OAK or SJE enjoys shorter queues at the baggage claim areas.

Prefer to fly direct from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Philadelphia to San Francisco.
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Direct departures

Philadelphia to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +7 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +8 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +9 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air China, +7 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +8 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +8 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +9 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +7 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air China, +8 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +9 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +8 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Philadelphia

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +4 more

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +5 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +6 more

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air China, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Aer Lingus, Air China, +7 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +6 more

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +5 more

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air China, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Aer Lingus, Air China, +7 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +6 more

Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, +7 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Philadelphia to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco. 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4279 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.1Food
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025LGB - SMF
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

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.

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 hell hole of an airport. It is the new LaGuardia. Everything Cobbled together. Security gates closed. Terri directional signage

I will be flying again Southwest Airlines. Friendly crew, comfortable and affordable.

The plane arrived 25 minutes late, and the Wi-Fi was slower than it usually is.

5 hours of delay that could've been much shorter if Delta had taken the 1 hour delay they imposed on the flight before boarding to run any of the plane checks required for flight to find the hydraulic issue that required nearly 3 hours to fix. $24 of meal credit buys a sandwich and a soft drink. Poor communication within the terminal about what gate we'd be re-boarding from and when we'd be re-boarding.

The entertainment and wifi mostly didn't work on this flight.

Terrible entertainment system - kept freezing and audio kept cutting out. Snacks were mediocre at best for a 5 hour flight.

I am still upset that my bag was lost on a recent trip to Rome ; we were inconvenienced and out €150 Euros ; delta has refused to reimburse us

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Seats are much much more comfortable than United, which is what I usually fly

If I pay extra for "comfort+" I expect leg room where I can stretch my legs. I was seated with an attendant's seat blocking my feet. Knee space was fine but my feet had less room than the non-"comfort+" seats. Also, don't go cheap on food when you have flights of 3+ hours. It's insulting.

Only one side of the heafphone jack work. Crew was friendly and helpful.

Great. Flight departed early and arrived early. Deplaning and baggage claim ww were quick.

They separated our seats and moved us to the back of the plane. Hundreds of dollars and thousands of miles used and this was my platinum member experience.

Boarding was mayhem. Late boarding by 15 minutes because of lack of staff (missing 1 flight attendant. We had to wait for an arrival of another plane before we could board). Flight was a little rough, but cannot blame on airlines.

Airbus plane, nice and polite staff, entertainment even as it was a short flight.

United out of SFO is having issues with catering so none of our meals were loaded on the plane and no offer of compensation for our tickets purchased was offered.

Its good expeince but in enternteiment please be like you tube the music i like or movie

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Most miserable flight ever. We waited almost 2 hours on the runway because the flight was oversold. American offered $1200 credit. Then there was some nonsense about weight distribution. Ridiculous. No food for 8 plus hours on the flight. I will be writing a letter.

Honestly, I haven’t flown American in years, probably due to the pandemic and my being unable to travel for certain periods in the last two years, but it was a good experience to dig out or obtain a new American Airlines account after many years of traveling for business with American in the past.

It’s a great flight. Service is good. Staff is awesome.

Long 5 hour and 45 min flight and only one drink service and cookie snack

Everything about the flight was lovely…We left early, arrived early, cabin crew were efficient and helpful. Flight was easy and most pleasant.

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

late again! but its my only option to not take 9 hours to get to Memphis

Extraordinary service in business class, and very good breakfast and snacks. A really lovely flight.

This flight didn’t happen because AA agents didn’t let us board the flight

Almost everything was outstanding. First, we boarded on time and the flight crew did a great job getting everyone seated. Then the pilots took their time and care to make sure the plane was full de-iced three times as there was a bad ice storm a few hours earlier. The plane ride was smooth and comfortable and even the economy seats had decent room and comfort. Flight Attendant Lisa went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable - she is outstanding. The only thing wrong with the flight, and it is something which needs to be addressed, is that the gate to gate time was over 6.5 hours and not one meal was served. The only thing offered to eat were two small cookies for a transcontinental flight - unacceptable. Charge me more but give me a meal for a long flight. Thankfully Lisa found something for me.

You get what you pay for nothing essentially but a hard uncomfortable seat that doesn’t recline and kids screaming all around you and chaotic boarding and limited check bag weight allowance when compared to other airlines

Plane was down graded and I lost my uncharged exit row with more leg room. No mention or offer of refund from podium. Flight attendant was nice to explain this happens often and that I could request a refund via online form submission. I did this and have heard nothing back.

Horrendous. I do not recommend Frontier. The passengers lack manners and decency, and the flight attendants lack professionalism. If I wasn’t in a bind to fly with 48 hours notice for a job interview, I would not have selected a flight with Frontier and I never plan to fly with them in the future.

Not very good. Paid in excess of $400 for assigned seating for my family and that was not provided. I want that money back.

The seats were hard molded plastic covered in plastic vinyl. And the scam to charge people extra to sit together. Don’t they know we can just ask someone to trade seats. And watching the staff separate young children from parents… super classy. We had to guilt them into offering up our seats. This companies policies suck. Don’t give them your money.

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

No frills for sure. No gate announcements about flight delay, not even water to drink on the flight.

Check in at Philadelphia international was absolutely terrible! I fly 2 to 3 times a month and avoid frontier at all cost and will never fly Frontier again! The night before travel, I tried checking in however, the app was giving me an error, so I went to the desktop, which instructed you that you need to use the app. The next day I presented at the check-in gate after trying at least a half dozen times prior to getting into the airport and continuing to getting the error in the app. I actually had rebooted my phone numerous times and reinstall the app just in case. My phone is only one generation older than the current model. It has no problems completing a frontier flight purchase or any other app issues. There was only three frontier employees working at check-in and a huge line while I was in line I continued to try and check in via the app. As I approach the desk, I was dreading dealing with the agent. He was extremely unprofessional, anti-semantic & very ignorant, and mean to the people in front of me, as well as the people who ended up being behind me. He literally told people “Man I don’t care bout y’all” in his native dialect! Maintaining my composure I approached and explained the situation. To which he replied, you’re gonna have to pay then! I don’t understand. It’s an issue with their app not allowing me to check in! Not my issue! He told me if I pay cash it would be $15, $25 if I pay credit card. I don’t understand a $10 difference for paying with a credit card? I am completely cashless so I continued to try using the app to avoid the $25 fee, Which I still don’t believe that I should be responsible for since it was Frontier’s technical issue!!! I continued to check in via the app a couple more times after he verified I was doing everything right he proceeded to continue to belittle the people behind me. Yelling at them saying I don’t care about you people! I cannot believe that this is the way that businesses would treat its customers! Unfortunately, the black mail with dreadlocks did not have a name tag all he had was a frontier sweater on! For the $25 fee that I ended up getting charged on my credit card. I should’ve just booked originally with Spirit or any other carrier! I have no problem paying fees that I should be responsible for, but when it’s due to a technical failure of a company, the customer should not be responsible for it! I cannot believe that it’s not frontier going out of business!

The plane was clean, the crew was friendly and helpful. It’s a low cost airline so there was no food, drinks or in flight entertainment but we didn’t expect any of these things. In the room for improvement department, they should install USB ports in seats to charge mobile devices.

I was surprised that all baggage, including carry on, were charged. Each additional bag went up in cost. Really disappointed in the additional costs.

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