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Cheapest round-trip
$161
Typical prices: $190-$299
Frontier
Sat 8/8Tue 8/11
TPA - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$277
Typical prices: $177-$316
Southwest
Wed 8/12Wed 8/19
TPA - BUF • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $215 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $226 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Buffalo (TPA-BUF)

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

Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 11
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8:55 pm - 10:29 am
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13h 34m
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11:29 am - 6:35 pm
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7h 06m
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$161Frontier
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 19
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7:00 am - 1:53 pm
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6h 53m
1 stop
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11:36 am - 6:49 pm
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TPA
7h 13m
1 stop
$162Frontier
Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11
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2:10 pm - 11:33 am
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21h 23m
1 stop
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11:29 am - 9:45 pm
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10h 16m
1 stop
$164Frontier
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24
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5:40 pm - 10:29 am
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16h 49m
1 stop
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11:36 am - 6:49 pm
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TPA
7h 13m
1 stop
$165Frontier
Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Aug 30
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8:07 pm - 10:29 am
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14h 22m
1 stop
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11:36 am - 12:35 am
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TPA
12h 59m
1 stop
$174Frontier
Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 1
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6:13 am - 2:59 pm
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8h 46m
1 stop
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6:55 am - 3:01 pm
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8h 06m
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$215JetBlue
Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 17
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4:46 pm - 10:29 am
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17h 43m
1 stop
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7:57 pm - 6:49 pm
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TPA
22h 52m
2 stops
$219Frontier
Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29
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8:57 pm - 10:29 am
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37h 32m
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11:36 am - 6:49 pm
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7h 13m
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$220Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17
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5:40 pm - 10:29 am
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16h 49m
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7:57 pm - 6:49 pm
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22h 52m
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$221Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 14
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7:00 am - 7:06 pm
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12h 06m
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2:48 pm - 10:15 pm
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7h 27m
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$222Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to Buffalo flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Tampa to Buffalo?

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Buffalo?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Buffalo on a Sunday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Tampa, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Buffalo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Buffalo, 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 Tampa to Buffalo is March, where tickets cost $213 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $450 and $389 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tampa to Buffalo?

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 $342 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tampa to Buffalo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Buffalo, 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 Tampa to Buffalo, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Tampa to Buffalo

 
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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$81
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 29% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Tampa to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tampa to Buffalo 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 Tampa to Buffalo

  • What is the best means of public transportation to the city center from BUF airport?

    If you do not have access to a car, your best option for traveling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Buffalo City Hall is to take the line 24 bus, which will get you there in 39min. If you do have access to a vehicle, your second best option is to take a taxi.

  • Is it possible to hire a vehicle at BUF?

    When you hire a vehicle, van, SUV, or pickup truck from Alamo, Hertz, Avis, or Budget, which all have a location at the Buffalo airport, you can take advantage of the many benefits that come along with having autonomous mobility all across the city of Buffalo. The rental offices are located inside the complex's parking garages for your convenience.

  • Are there hotels near TPA airport?

    Yes, there are hotels close to TPA. Find out more about the five-star Tampa Airport Marriott, which is located right in the middle of Tampa International Airport (TPA). As you wait for your morning flight, you may unwind in one of the hotel's spacious and luxurious rooms or suites.

  • Does TPA airport offer parking services?

    There are several convenient parking options available at Tampa International Airport. All parking structures are covered, well-lit, and within walking distance of the terminal. To get to the terminal, visitors may either walk or get on the SkyConnect system for a quick journey.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tampa to Buffalo?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Buffalo was $81 for a one-way ticket and $215 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Tampa and Buffalo?

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Tampa to Buffalo?

    Delta, JetBlue, and Air Canada offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Tampa to Buffalo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Tampa to Buffalo?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tampa to Buffalo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tampa to Buffalo?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Tampa to Buffalo?

    There are nonstop flights from Tampa to Buffalo on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tampa to Buffalo, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Buffalo are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $412 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $313 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Tampa to Buffalo?

    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 Tampa to Buffalo.

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

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

    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 Buffalo with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and BUF 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 Tampa to Buffalo?

    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 Buffalo from Tampa 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 Tampa to Buffalo

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $186 or less one-way and $320 or less round-trip.
  • There are three lounges at Tampa International Airport (TPA); two are situated after the security checkpoint, while one is within the main terminal building. Remember that a day ticket may only be purchased at the Admirals Club, so get there early.
  • Nursing moms traveling through Tampa International Airport have access to three private rooms: one each in the main terminal, Airside E, and Airside F. These recently constructed areas are separated from the main structure and provide a quiet place for nursing moms to relax while also providing them with convenient services including soft seating, electrical outlets, changing tables, and sinks.
  • At Tampa International Airport, there are designated areas for pets to relieve themselves. Every one of these establishments may be found outside of the Terminals. The areas designated as pet relief zones may be found on the Baggage Claim Level of the Main Terminal, which is located just outside the building. Passengers and visitors who are accompanied by service animals are able to avoid going through the security checkpoints thanks to this provision.
  • The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) advises passengers departing from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to arrive at the airport terminal at least 90min before their scheduled departure time. This will allow for the smoothest operation of the security screening process and a pleasant experience for passengers.
  • Both the TPA and BUF airports provide assistance to passengers who may need it in navigating the terminals or making use of the facilities. If you have any queries regarding their wheelchair rental services or airport transportation choices, please contact them before, during, or after your trip. You must give the airline plenty of advance notice if you want to utilize these services.

Prefer to fly direct from Tampa to Buffalo?

 
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Direct departures

Tampa to Buffalo

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Sunday

Southwest,Frontier

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Direct returns

Buffalo to Tampa

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Thursday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Tampa to Buffalo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tampa to Buffalo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Tampa to Buffalo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4243 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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SW can't get their wifi right. I upgrade to insure wifi service but the last two trips had intermittent service. Not worth the extra costs.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
TPA - DAL
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SW can't get their wifi right. I upgrade to insure wifi service but the last two trips had intermittent service. Not worth the extra costs.

Truly terrible. Will never willingly fly southwest again. Seats are worse than before they switched to assigned seating. One flight attendant was the opposite of helpful (rude, unhelpful, dismissive, and as my stranger seatmate said unprompted: a total prick). This caused me, 15 minutes into the flight, to book an alternate return flight home on a competing airline (first class 1.2k purchase instead of my existing planned flight) just so I would not have to ever be on that aircraft, with that terrible service person, with those horrific seats ever again.

Long layover between flights to Long Island from BWI - need better coordination between flights

If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

Planes are aged. The wifi is unreliable and on many fights, no-existent. The flight attendants were very good.

Glad flight made it out. So many delays due to hurricane. everyone did a great job.

The first leg of the trip was great. The second leg from BWI to RIC was late, which was more screenful and tiring that late in the evening.

The flight was great. We were not offered any beverages though. And there was no real turbulence, so not sure why.

C Am handicapped and couldn't get help with my luggage.

Left /arrived on time. Decent seat space. Like the wifi/plugs and entertainment. Windows and tray table were kinda gross. Attendants didn't start snack service til 40mins before landing. Two rows before us, captain came on to say there's turbulence and recalled staff to seats. So, no drink/snack. Later, attendants didn't stop to see if we had trash nor even look our way. Felt invisible! Almost all pilot announcements were not only unintelligible, but so quiet. We had no idea what she said.

The WiFi was horrific. I fly delta often and love their (usually reliable and free) WiFi. On this flight it was intermittent and when it did connect was extremely slow. I couldn’t get any work done while I was on the flight which was extremely frustrating. I was also in the exit row seat where there is now immediate seat in front of you, so while the leg room was nice, I couldn’t even watch the TV when the internet wasn’t working. Finally, for the last 20 mins of the flight, the announcement indicator came on the TV screens and took them over, even though no announcement was being made. Really disappointed.

Loved flying First Class. Very comfortable. The seat was amazing. Enjoyed a movie and was able to relax so much better than in coach.

Totally worth the miles to upgrade to Delta Comfort. Plenty of legroom.

This was my first time flying Delta ever and I had a great experience!

The flight was great as well as the airline staff

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

Great overall. There was a bit of turbulence so they could only serve water because too much turbulence for the carts. Was glad they prioritized safety though

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.

We flew early evening on New Year's Eve. Our plane was less than half full... Great for the passenger experience -- not so much for the airline lol. Comfortable, spacious, smooth flight -- and early arrival!

Terrible boarding and first class experience. Nice staff but overall disorganized, dirty plane.

The seats need better cushioning for a nearly 5-hour flight, it was a bit uncomfortable. I'm glad American has free wi-fi but there were was a bout 30 minutes in the middle of the flight when there was no connection which was frustrating.

I almost missed my flight and they helped me out enormously

Business class was very good, one of my best flights

Incredibly delayed. First delay was due to plane coming in being late. Resulted in 30 minute delay. Boarded and then had multiple mechanical issues. Was on plane for an hour until they told people they could get off if they wanted but couldn't come back. Then gate agent rushed in and said they had lost control of who went off and we would all have to deplane and then get back on. They said flight had not been cancelled. Then while sitting waiting to board again they announced it would take two hours to get new plane and to wait at new gate. New plane arrived, reboarded only to find out that pilots had timed out. Waited for new pilots. In that time one of the flight attendants timed out. Never received food or water while waiting. Was confusing mess as to what was happening. Even flight attendants and gate agents were getting frustrated. Almost 6 hours delayed. Called American to received flight credit but can't get anywhere as Kayak reservation and don't have a ticket number. Reached out to Kayak but never heard back.

Flight was delayed and they gave up my seat on my connection, even when I could still make the flight

There was no beverage service and the only time I saw a crew member walk through the cabin is when we were preparing to land.

Flights were constantly delayed. CRW took 50 minutes to get bags

We liked quick boarding and on time departure. Seats were very uncomfortable.

It was quick, plane was loaded and the service on board was ok

Domestic flights are good. Just stay away from international travel

I tried to book a flight with Jet Blue. Your third party company hijacked my attempt with a website that looked like I was booking with Jet Blue. I realized it when I paid. I tried to cancel and was told by a man in India that there were no refunds. $735 stolen, Thanks Kayak!

My experience with JetBlue was fine BUT I am very upset with Kayak! JetBlue had delayed our scheduled departure by an hour and you NEVER notified me of the change. I did not hear directly from JetBlue because the trip was booked through Kayak, a mistake I will not repeat. Your reminder of the our trip last week still had the WRONG departure time. Our return trip has also changed, and again no notice from you.

My encounter with the entertainment services provided on board was moderate; the functionality of the Wi-Fi connection was either sluggish or nonoperational, while the display screens were antiquated and suffered from poor visibility. On the positive side, the cabin exuded a sense of expansiveness, and the crew exhibited amiable and accommodating behavior throughout the journey.

They delayed our flight by 45 minutes and then re-updated the departure time back to normal schedule with no notification, email, or app update causing probably 40 people to miss the flight as they left without us.

great flight. Pilot was communicative, flight attendants were excellent. Really nice experience except my tv didn’t work.

no wifi and the aircraft was very old with tiny 4” screens.

JetBlue's check-in was great, but there was an in-flight flight attendant who was very rude and unkind. I didn't realize that the bathrooms were already locked 30 mins prior to landing and needed to use the restroom. Instead of politely asking me to return, she rudely told me, 'No, bathrooms are locked! Go back to your seat!' The flight was more than an hour delay, which made me almost miss my connecting flight. I understand the reasoning, but the action they took to get a hold of maintenance was time consuming. It took them so long to get a hold of maintenance and for maintenance to get started. Most importantly, my 3 checked baggages are missing! I'm writing this review 3 days after my arrival to the Philippines, and my 3 checked baggages, where my wedding dress is, are all missing!

Long flight but food was good, with free pillow and blanket. CREW WAS GOOD.

The service was very good, will use the airline again.

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.

Everyone seemed to be in zone 1 for boarding. Maybe break it up a little. Otherwise, smooth flight.

Asked for a seat change to be w my wife at the gate they were great in sorting it out to make it happen

Charging $74 for one checked bag is outrageous. I will never fly Frontier again.

One crew member was rude about our bags. Be nice about it. We don’t fly a lot. And the fact that you have to pay for a carry on is ridiculous

Delayed for two hours due to trivial issues. No reimbursment. Also on arrival further delay due to terminal malfunction.

The trip was unremarkable which is good. Crew was very professional and courteous.

Did not realize seats did not recline. Best to travel in an exit row... No question

First time flying with Frontier . From buying tickets ,getting boarding pass and boarding plane was super easy. Definitely would fly again with Frontier .

The only thing that may be concerning to others is the multiple notifications of a delayed flight. Then, with less than an hour before boarding, the flight was on time. The gate changed several times, leading to confusion.

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