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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego 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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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
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7:00 am - 8:31 amSJC-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 5:25 pmSAN-SJC
1h 30mnonstop
$90Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 6
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7:00 am - 8:32 amSJC-SAN
1h 32mnonstop
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4:06 pm - 5:40 pmSAN-SJC
1h 34mnonstop
$91Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
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6:25 am - 8:01 amSJC-SAN
1h 36mnonstop
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8:11 am - 9:57 amSAN-SJC
1h 46mnonstop
$92Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 25
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6:30 am - 8:00 amSJC-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 5:40 pmSAN-SJC
1h 30mnonstop
$97Southwest
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 10:45 amSJC-SAN
3h 15m1 stop
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8:00 pm - 9:35 pmSAN-SJC
1h 35mnonstop
$102Southwest
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Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
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1:30 pm - 3:06 pmSJC-SAN
1h 36mnonstop
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8:11 am - 9:57 amSAN-SJC
1h 46mnonstop
$117Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 12:31 pmSJC-SAN
5h 56m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:45 amSAN-SJC
4h 30m1 stop
$120Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 11:34 pmSJC-SAN
11h 54m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:45 amSAN-SJC
4h 30m1 stop
$124Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 8:08 pmSJC-SAN
7h 41m1 stop
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6:41 am - 11:32 amSAN-SJC
28h 51m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 9:27 amSJC-SAN
21h 00m1 stop
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5:41 am - 10:32 amSAN-SJC
28h 51m1 stop
$146Frontier
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Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11” extra legroom for added comfort.


Spirit's Wi-Fi offers gate-to-gate connectivity, ideal for staying online throughout your flight.

Southwest

Southwest offers free carry-on and personal item, ideal for quick trips.


Southwest's Rapid Rewards offers unlimited rewards seats and no blackout dates.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Alaska Airlines

Alaska's 20-minute baggage guarantee ensures quick baggage claim or compensation.


Alaska's free texting is available on flights with Wi-Fi, enhancing connectivity.

Frontier

Frontier's Premium Bundle includes priority boarding and extra legroom seats.


Frontier's Economy Bundle offers a carry-on bag and seat selection.

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
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SJC

SJC offers a manageable layout with quick security lines, making it ideal for business travelers seeking convenience and efficiency.

SAN

For a quick and affordable transfer to downtown San Diego, take the Route 992 bus, which runs every 15 minutes.

Read more about SANby Brandon Schultz
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Jose to San Diego flights

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

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Planning a trip from San Jose to San Diego? 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 San Jose to San Diego?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Diego on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from San Jose to San Diego. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego, 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 San Jose to San Diego is October, where tickets cost $93 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $198 and $178 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego, 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 San Jose to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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KAYAK's tips to save more on a San Jose to San Diego flight

Based on the flight data, it is generally cheaper to fly from San Jose to San Diego on Mondays and in the month of August. Here are some tips to help you save money when flying this route:

Cheapest Route: The cheapest route is directly from San Jose (SJC) to San Diego (SAN).

Booking Advance: It's cheaper to book your flight at least 70 days in advance.

Cheapest Airline: Southwest Airlines generally offers the cheapest flights for this route.

Direct or Layover: Direct flights are typically more expensive, so consider flights with a layover to save money.

Flight Type: Direct flights are more expensive, consider flights with one stop to save money.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$49
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 38% lower on average.
Flight from San Jose to San Diego

When to book flights from San Jose to San Diego

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Flights from San Jose to San Diego: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Jose to San Diego 
JamesFlew with Alaska AirlinesSJC-SANJun 2024
It’s pretty simple there. It’s one of the better airports.TSA has never been a problem for me there it moves and is mostly efficient… I was happy that we didn’t have to takeoff our shoes, which surprised me. They’re always seems to be long walk to the gates coming and going not sure why that is
JoonwonFlew with Alaska AirlinesSJC-SANApr 2024
The airplane is a quite small one, compared to the regular size, so pls be ready for some restrictions on carry on bags.

FAQs for booking flights from San Jose to San Diego

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    You can fly nonstop from San Jose to San Diego through Alaska Airlines. The flight starts at the San Jose International Airport and lands at San Diego International Airport. American Airlines also offers a flight through this route, but it includes a stop at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Book through KAYAK if you want information about the fastest route.

  • Is there free Wi-Fi at San Jose International Airport?

    Free Wi-Fi service is available at San Jose International Airport in the public areas of Terminal A and B. The service includes 24h customer support and offers a free security application that helps to encrypt your connection. On your device, switch on Wi-Fi and find “sjcfreewifi” to connect.

  • Where are ATMs at the San Diego International Airport?

    Travelers can use Bank of America ATMs located at the three terminals. In Terminal 1, the ATMs are at the Food Court pre-security and at gate concourses post-security. In Terminal 2, you’ll find the ATMs at the food court near Starbucks and at gate concourses post-security. In Terminal 3, there are machines at the Baggage Claim area pre-security and in gate concourses post-security.

  • Where is the San Diego International Airport lost and found office?

    The lost and found office is on the first floor of Terminal 2 West in the baggage claim area. Office hours are 6 am to 11 pm. If you need assistance accessing this area, contact airport support.

  • Are there services at San Diego International Airport for disabled passengers?

    Various accessibility services are available throughout the airport to help travelers with mobility impairments. These include TDD Telephones, a courtesy cart, and visual paging monitors. There are Volunteer Airport Ambassadors at the airport to help whenever necessary. Also, you’ll find Airport Traffic Officers at key locations within and outside the terminals to assist individuals with special needs.

  • Are there car rentals at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Multiple car rental agencies operate their desks at San Diego International Airport (SAN), giving you a wide range of options to choose from based on your needs. There are free dedicated shuttle buses departing continually from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to the Rental Car Center where you can pick up your car. Book early to enjoy special rates.

  • Are there artworks at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport (SAN) features beautiful artwork for travelers arriving from SJC to marvel at. These impressive pieces are located in Terminal 2 after security. The public art collection includes dramatic gestures and subtle interventions. These magnificent pieces of work are as a result of concerted efforts from various artists, from planning to designing.

  • Which airlines allow pets in the cabin?

    If you’ll flying American Airlines from SJC to SAN, remember that the carrier allows you to bring your four-legged friends like cats and dogs in the cabin. The pets must bear valid health documentation and vaccination certificates. In addition, you must restrain the pets in their kennels during the voyage.

  • Where can I find ATMs at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Several banks and credit unions run their ATMs at SAN, and you won’t have a shortage of options in case you want to recharge your wallet. You can locate them at various spots in Terminal 1, including near gates 1, 5, and 13.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Jose to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Jose to San Diego was $49 for a one-way ticket and $90 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Jose and San Diego?

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Jose to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Jose to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Jose to San Diego?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Jose to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Jose and San Diego.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Jose to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from San Jose to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Jose to San Diego, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Jose to San Diego are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $200 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $226 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    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 San Jose to San Diego.

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

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

    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 Diego with an airline and back to San Jose with another airline. Booking your flights between San Jose and SAN 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 San Jose to San Diego?

    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 Diego from San Jose 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 San Jose to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $88 or less one-way and $169 or less round-trip.
  • If you want to travel to San Diego from San Jose, you can use the San Jose International Airport (SJC), served by different airlines, including JetBlue, Delta, Air Canada, American Airlines, and United Airlines.
  • To access your money at the San Jose International Airport, there are several ATMs. You can find the ATMs at Gates 6, 10, 15, 19, and 26. The service is also available in the Baggage Claim area.
  • If you’re traveling with a pet, there are four animal relief areas at San Jose International Airport. The pre-security locations are outside Terminal A, north of ticketing and south of parking. Post-security, it’s located inside the passenger walkway near Gates 16 and 17.
  • Wireless internet is available at San Jose International Airport in all public areas of Terminal A and B. The Wi-Fi is encrypted for online security and is available for 24h.
  • Located 3 miles from downtown San Diego, the San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers a suitable entry point for those traveling from San Jose to San Diego.
  • Many restaurants are open at San Diego International Airport. In Terminal 1, there are options like Bankers Hill Bar & Market and Peet’s Coffee & Tea. In Terminal 2, you can explore the Artisan Market, California Pizza Market, and more.
  • If you need fast Wi-Fi, San Diego International Airport offers a free connection. The Wi-Fi service offers travelers 2h sessions for any online activities.
  • You can get shoeshine services at San Diego International Airport at the Classic Shine in Terminal 1 East and Terminal 2 East near Gate 23 and Gate 36. All these locations offer varied hours of operation, so confirm ahead of time.
  • If you’re flying aboard United Airlines from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Las Vegas, remember that the carrier has its hub at Las Vegas International Airport (LAS). You’ll use Terminal 3 upon arrival. You can locate the airline’s lounge in Concourse D (Inside Security), 3rd Floor, adjacent to Gates 33 and 35. Passengers enjoy priority clearance under fast lane program.
  • San Jose International Airport (SJC) features two passenger terminals, Terminal A and Terminal B. All domestic departures and arrivals, as well as international departures use Terminal A. Terminal B handles international arrivals. Inter-terminal transfer is via walkways through the hallway. In addition, a free shuttle offers regular connections between the terminals, departing at a 7-10min interval.
  • San Jose International Airport (SJC) lies about 3.9 miles from downtown San Jose. You can get there in various ways, including trams and buses. However, Bus line 22 provides the best option to connect the two points, taking about 32min to complete the journey. For a quicker connection, a taxi is handy as you’ll be there in under 8min.
  • Travelers scheduled to depart with early morning flights from SJC to San Diego International Airport (SAN) should plan and spend a night in one of the many hotels in this establishment. Usually, these hotels offer complimentary shuttles to and from the airport, getting you to the terminal in time for your departure. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport is a recommended hotel near SJC.
  • Families traveling through SJC will be glad to know that the airport caters to the needs of the smallest families and their mothers. There are nursing and lactating rooms near gates 17, 21, 24, and 26 with sinks and comfy sinks. You’re sure to breastfeed and pump in privacy.

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Saturday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Jose to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Jose to San Diego. 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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7.8Comfort
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All flights were on time. No crowded and had empty seats. All flight attendents were great.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Sep 2025SEA - SAN
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All flights were on time. No crowded and had empty seats. All flight attendents were great.

Awesome. Great flight. Super nice people and I like the extra space

Seattle airport is a mess. New bag tag system has potential, but you need more signage to guide passengers through the process as to where to go next. Told to go in one direction and then met with a very rude agent when we did. He blamed his attitude on all the folks flying over labor day that were paying his salary. Gate area for D3 is a mess compared to the North terminal. Overall Alaska is number 1 in my book.

This time it is good, no delay and right on time

Agent boarding us in San Diego lectured me on showing up on time for the flight, and said that if I had been three minutes later, he would have denied myself and my wife boarding. Our trusted traveler numbers were not in the system, even though I entered them when I bought the tickets. Our food orders were not in the system, even though I entered them prior to the flight. My wife requires a wheelchair, and that was delayed on both flights.

Staff at Gate desk were helpful. My connecting flight from the first part of my trip Kona to Seattle was late. I had to run through SeaTac Seattle to catch my flight to San Jose. They made an exception to let me board. On my return trip San Jose to San Diego and San Diego to Honolulu the same thing happened. One flight arrived late and I had to run through the terminal to catch my connection. There are no Gluten-free & Vegan options meals and snacks to purchase.

Very pleasant , a flight attendant Jo did a great job mixing me up a beverage and just brightened the trip .

Spent 30 minutes in tarmac bcoz arrived earlier and crew nit ready for us. Told that the airport is being renovated so limited arrival space. 6 hours flight should have not two snacks but one major meal.

Flight attendant was rude when I advised her that the bathroom had no paper towels or tissue paper.

Departing flight to San Diego was delayed. Return flight from SD to SBP was delayed. Not terrible but not ideal

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

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.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

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.

First class ticket. They ran out of food and I sat hungry watching the others eat

Everything was great except having to check in at Alaska. That was a surprise and took extra time and effort. Should have been explained somewhere maybe on the HA electronic ticket.

I accidentally made this purchase and they wouldn’t refund me even though I called immediately to cancel it.

You. Changed my AIRLINE, CONFIRMATION CODE, TERMINAL. AND GATE COMM N CATION. WAS POOR AND SUBOPTITMUM AND RIDICULOUS MY AIRLINE WAS HAWAIIN. ,THEN SUDDENLY. YOU SAY IT WAS ALASKA Give me a break,,Black is not White I could not check in over the phone...all I received was Error. And info from Hawaiian air agent saying tooooo many people were trying to check in causing the problem On the other hand I am alive

I like that you have eliminated plastic cups, bottles and straws. The crew was conscientious about separating the used paper cups from the trash. This change to paper is a great move and makes me want to choose Alaska when I fly.

Attendants seemed un-engaged and indifferent when asked for assistance.

Overall it was a good flight. The thing I most appreciated was that you eliminated plastic cups and water bottles and stir sticks and had paper cups, wood stir sticks and cans. Plus, I saw that the airline staff were actually keeping the used paper cups separate and unfolding the used cardboard meal boxes and keeping those items separate from the trash. Good for them! This makes me want to support Alaska Airlines and fly Alaska again. Thank for taking this step in working to reduce single use plastics! Kudos!

Ok but why they need to sell the ear buds?

Alaskan has always been great. Unfortunately, going TO Cabo, on Hawaiian, was a nightmare. But Alaskan has always been great.

Departure was two hours late! Better than four hours late on our first flight

Cancelled my flight last minute and did not help me rebook. It was a horrible experience.

Late departure by 1:45min. No explanation why. During boarding inconsistent policing of their baggage rules. Before takeoff and lamdimg strange obsession with window shade and armrest positions. Don't know why they care. 15 min tarmac delay on arrival, they blamed airport congestion but we were the o lh flight waiting, it was clear it was due to poor staff planning (only one ground crew to receive airplanes and multiple arrivals) Got there but was rrally lame the whole trip.

Boarding was a breeze, however, two of the flights that I boarded with Spirit did not have Wi-Fi available.

Very good. Nothing more or less than expected. No complaints.

My experience with the spirit as a first time it was OK, but the seats need a little cushion, the problem I had the most impacted me was when checking in the scales were so off and wrong. It will tell that you would have more weight, which was not true. The scale was say that it had Thirty Eight Pounds, when get in the labels when we send the luggage into the band. It says that it was overweight. I really really dislike that because the scales are not accurate. If I use Spirit and I have that issue again. That will be my last time flying with the spirit, even though I like so much to service the planes, and everything else

hahaha we are delayed for one hour plus.. but thx we arrived San Diego safe

Worst airline ever! The guy weighing my bag had his foot on the metal plate and when I called him out on it, I got this stupid little smirk. La is a scam and so is Spirit Airlines. All the flight attendants looked like they hated our flight just as much as we did.

Last minute 2-3 hr delay in flight schedule; no explanation Unexpected extra $52 charge What's the benefit of choosing a cheap airline if you trick people last minute and force them to pay extra last minute? Did not appreciate being cornered.

Unclear pricing; ended up being charged an extra $52 just to get onboard

Spirit is awful. Too expensive for what you get. Stop nickel and diming.

Great for the price. No wifi or entertainment, but gate agents and crew were fantastic and we boarded quickly and left on time.

Decent clean onboard experience. Okay discount airline experience. Unfortunately, any customer service interactions are difficult and unhelpful. There is no service. Also, a premium seat only gets you premium boarding if you line up first. Once they start general boarding you must go to the back of the line. Not very premium

The crew was mostly okay. The flight attendant who answered our questions was curt and unhelpful unfortunately. He seemed upset and I understand having off days.

Very bad! No good service delayed my second connection flight

They canceled flight. Hard to believe there was even a plane incoming for us to get on

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

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.

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.

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