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Cheapest round-trip
$188
Typical prices: $191-$471
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PIT - MDW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$204
Typical prices: $181-$424
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Mon 8/17Thu 8/20
PIT - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago (PIT-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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11:35 am - 6:19 pm
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MDW
7h 44m
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7:01 pm - 11:58 pm
MDW
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PIT
3h 57m
1 stop
$188Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:30 am - 11:47 am
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MDW
6h 17m
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12:27 pm - 6:05 pm
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PIT
4h 38m
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$188Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:55 pm - 11:50 pm
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ORD
4h 55m
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2:30 pm - 9:26 pm
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PIT
5h 56m
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$188Delta
Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 17
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6:10 am - 1:05 pm
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MDW
7h 55m
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10:30 am - 5:40 pm
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PIT
6h 10m
1 stop
$189Southwest
Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 18
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6:10 am - 1:05 pm
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7h 55m
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3h 50m
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$189Southwest
Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 18
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10:30 am - 6:40 pm
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7h 10m
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$194Southwest
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
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6:09 pm - 6:59 pm
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ORD
1h 50mnonstop
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7:10 am - 9:49 am
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1h 39mnonstop
$204United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 7
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10:45 am - 11:29 am
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1h 44mnonstop
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7:10 am - 9:49 am
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1h 39mnonstop
$207United Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 17
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4:06 pm - 4:59 pm
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12:39 pm - 3:16 pm
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1h 37mnonstop
$208American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
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6:05 am - 6:56 am
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1h 51mnonstop
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7h 34m
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$210American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Pittsburgh to Chicago flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Pittsburgh usually cost between $157 and $365 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $188 on Delta (Sep 23-Sep 28).

What is the cheapest Pittsburgh to Chicago flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago costs $181 on the route between Pittsburgh (PIT) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 11% cheaper than other Pittsburgh-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Pittsburgh (PIT) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

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

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

When flying from Pittsburgh to Chicago, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Pittsburgh, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago is October, where tickets cost $278 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $391 and $373 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

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 $344 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago

 
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Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pittsburgh to Chicago 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago

  • Are there nursing lounges at PIT?

    PIT has a space specifically designated for nursing mothers. Therefore, if you are traveling from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Chicago (CHI) and would like to nurse, all you need to do is head to Concourse C located across The Club. The room is clean and comfortable. The amenities here include comfortable seating and a baby changing table

  • Can I travel with medical devices from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Chicago?

    Yes, you can. However, if you are traveling with medical devices such as syringes, we recommend that you check with your specific airline in advance before your flight. This will ensure that you know all the requirements before your trip. For example, if you are traveling with insulin delivery systems and syringes, you might present a preprinted label identifying your medication.

  • How do I get from the ORD Airport to the city center in Chicago?

    There are different modes of transport available for travelers arriving in different airports in Chicago. For example, if you are arriving at the O’Hare International Airport, we recommend using the Blue Line L Train which takes approximately 45min. You can also use other methods of transport such as shuttle vans, uber, taxis, private cars, and much more.

  • Are there pet relief centers at Pittsburgh International Airport?

    If you are traveling with your pet from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Chicago (ORD), you should be at peace knowing that the airport has both you and your pet’s needs in mind. For this reason, a service animal relief space has been set aside for those traveling with their furry friends. You can access this space in the Airside Terminal on Concourse D, just close to the post office.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago was $69 for a one-way ticket and $188 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    Pittsburgh is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Chicago. You will leave Pittsburgh from Pittsburgh and you will be arriving in Chicago at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Pittsburgh to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $295 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $346 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago.

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Pittsburgh with another airline.

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

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $192 or less one-way and $367 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers catching a flight at the Pittsburgh International airport (PIT) can access reserved parking spaces within the airport premises. However, it is important to note that additional fees apply, and it would be best to confirm before your visit.
  • If you want to take a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago, you have a number of airlines to choose from. Some of the most popular ones that ply this route include United and Southwest. You can compare their prices and book the most suitable one through KAYAK.
  • If you are traveling from Pittsburgh to Chicago and would like to book an onsite hotel at O’Hare International Airport (ORD), you can book the Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport. The hotel has proven to be a suitable option for anyone looking to take their time after arrival, or when they arrive late.
  • When you book a flight from PIT to Chicago, you can also arrive at Midway International Airport (MDW). Even though not a popular destination for this route, the airport also has its perks and unique amenities. They include shuttle services, free luggage assistance, and restaurants.
  • PIT is easily accessible to all people, including those with disabilities. For example, they have public telephones for the hearing impaired as well as wheelchair services. It is, however, advisable to communicate to the airlines before your visit if you require any special assistance.

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Pittsburgh to Chicago

Monday

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Chicago to Pittsburgh

Monday

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Pittsburgh to Chicago

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4228 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
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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.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

no service at all due to turbulence. they should've at least given us snacks, there were only 10 people on the entire flight.

For the first time in a long time, the Wi-Fi actually worked the entire flight! The flight crew was amazing as usual.

I really wish that SW would ask anyone with a carry-on to wait while those who don’t have to access the overhead bins are boarded. Then, reverse that when the plane arrives. Those without the need to clog up the aisle retrieving their bags from the overhead bins wait for those exiting the plane without needing to clog up. The aisle.

We boarded the flight and set two and a half hours on the jetway. Would have been better if they had not boarded us at all. Plane was hot and it was limited ability to access the restrooms or get a drink of water. Very unpleasant experience

The actual flight was great! The 3 hour delay not so much.

Southwest is a garbage airline and the people who fly it are garbage people.

Boarding was easy. Plane wasn’t crowded. Plenty of space. Flight was on time. Crew was pleasant.

Gluten free snack options and meals that offer both gluten free and dairy free.

Not a bad flight but a long delay boarding and taking off due to the pilot not arriving on time.

It was great. All the crew were professional and nice.

The flight I was supposed to be on was supposed to take off at 1:50 from State College. It was delayed over and over and over again until somehow I had to rebook on a flight that was supposed to have left State College at 8 am that morning but didn't end up taking off until almost 6 pm. Not only was this completely unacceptable, the "token from United" was a 15 dollar meal voucher that has to be used by today. I would personally like some miles added to my account for this inconvenience. I was in transit for 8 hours from the time I arrive at State College Aiport to when I got home. I was supposed to be home at 3 pm and I returned at 8 pm. Unacceptable. I have not been on an on Time united flight in nearly 5 years.

newer aircraft, ability to connect my headset via blue tooth for entertainment.

Miserable. They moved my seat, but canceled the next leg of my flight. I resolved the issue at my transfer, but that resulted in lost luggage that has taken days off my schedule with no resolution. Worse, they fail to interface effectively with Lufthansa, forcing me to bounce between two equally useless help desks. The apps are unable to handle the situation, the bag dropped off the tracker, and while the call centers are polite, they do not provide written information to assist with cross-airline communication.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

A three (3) hour flight should have meal service in First Class, not just potato chips!

Crew were fine, drinks and snacks were as well but we were delayed for around 2 hrs which made our entry into Mexico delayed as well with the influx of arrivals at the same time. Sort of wasted our first day of vacation. We left Pittsburgh at 630am and did not arrive in Mexico until late dinner time.

Seats suck. Only one drink service in three hours with the flight attendants being more attendant to their phones than the customer. Painful in the extreme.

Boarding and Delays The boarding process for my American Airlines flight from Copenhagen to Philadelphia was a bit tricky. We experienced a gate change that required a long walk to a new area of the airport. Additionally, boarding was not via a jet bridge; we had to take a shuttle bus to the plane and then carry our luggage up the stairs ourselves. Furthermore, the bag drop didn't open until about 12:20 PM, which was only three hours before our scheduled departure. This meant I couldn't drop my bag off early and had to wait outside of security in order to drop off my bag and use the kiosk. The bag drop self-service kiosks also didn't open until about 12:00 PM when an American Airlines employee unlocked them so that we could print out our boarding passes and bag tags, which further created a backlog. The flight was delayed by over an hour because we had to wait for one of the tires on the plane to be changed. Flight Attendant Professionalism On a positive note, the flight attendant was very professional when handling a passenger who was sitting in the wrong seat. Even though the passenger was persistent and reluctant to move, the flight attendant calmly ensured the assigned passenger could take their seat. Kudos to the flight attendant for keeping his calm and composure, not allowing the issue to escalate, and handling it well under pressure while a line of passengers waited in the aisle to board. In-Flight Service The in-flight service was also fast, prompt, and efficient, although service had to be suspended for the last two hours of the flight due to weather and turbulence, which was outside of the crew's control. Limited Flight Options Please note that American Airlines only operates one flight per day in and out of Copenhagen. This means there are limited options available if your flight is delayed or canceled, which is something to take into consideration when booking.

Seat comfort was poor (no lumbar or lower back support).

Pilot navigated severe weather/snow storm with skill. Described his intentions clearly

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

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.

The American flight was a connecting flight to an international flight. The international flight has a 2 check bag rule. Despite being informed of this, American would only check 1 bag and wanted 100 to check the second (basically a 3rd carry-on) to NYC. Subsequently tsa took a sealed container of maple syrup and a few other things that couldn't be in carry-on plus I had to lug around 3 pieces of luggage for the entire trip. The American reservation was made with the international and American actually checked the one piece the entire way to China. This is one of the reasons that I will avoid American airlines if possible in the future.

Our 9:10 am scheduled flight continued to get delayed all day with no information given from the agents as to why. It wasn’t until I went to the customer service desk and got us switched to another flight at 2:44 pm (that wasn’t nonstop like our booked flight) that the agent finally was able to find out it was due to a fuel leak. I don’t know if our original flight ever took off but I don’t find it acceptable to leave people sitting in an airport all day with no explanation.

This flight was awful all around. Delays on the tarmac at PHL before takeoff and at the tarmac in Chicago caused me to miss my final connection. This was completely avoidable, in my opinion.

Great flight. Quick boarding and departure. No problems. Flight crew were very friendly and professional.

This flight was a horror. Every seat was filled, many of them by passengers coughing and sniffling (including one immediately to my left and another across the aisle to my right). The CO2 level in the cabin peaked at an outrageous 2,847 ppm during boarding and never fell below 1,500 ppm for the entire flight. I wore a mask over another mask and can only hope that that, plus the plane's filtration system, was enough to keep me from getting sick along with every other passenger on that plane. The recording says safety is American's highest priority, but refusing to mandate masks on board when COVID-19 is still a threat shows that the airline's actual attitude toward passenger and crew safety is one of depraved indifference.

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

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

The single worst check in experience I could imagine. I’ll never do any business with Frontier or any affiliated company

Too many extra fees, uncomfortable, little leg room. Will not recommend this airline.

Severe turbulence. Captain never came on to reassure passengers after things settled down.

We were delayed three times ,and that destroyed my plans, and reservations

terrible cascading delays and unhelpful customer service. uncomfortable plane. crew was great, however!

25 dollars to get a boarding pass abusive nasty folks at the boarding pass check-in desk flight delayed abusive nasty personnel at gate no one knew what they were doing at boarding a real cluster fbk I took a different flight back frontier socks

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