TPA - CMH

$78 Find Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbus

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Cheapest round-trip
$158
Typical prices: $402-$261
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/11Mon 9/14
TPA - CMH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$78
Typical prices: $124-$273
Breeze Airways
Fri 8/28
TPA - CMH • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $188 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbus (TPA-CMH)

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

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
Breeze Airways Logo
4:33 pm - 6:55 pm
TPA
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CMH
2h 22mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
7:35 pm - 10:02 pm
CMH
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TPA
2h 27mnonstop
$158Breeze Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Fri, Jul 31
Breeze Airways Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 am
TPA
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CMH
2h 20mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
10:10 am - 12:27 pm
CMH
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TPA
2h 17mnonstop
$173Breeze Airways
Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23
Breeze Airways Logo
8:05 am - 2:13 pm
TPA
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CMH
6h 08m
1 stop
Breeze Airways Logo
1:02 pm - 6:11 pm
CMH
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TPA
5h 09m
1 stop
$187Breeze Airways
Fri, Jul 10 - Mon, Jul 13
Breeze Airways Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 am
TPA
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CMH
2h 20mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 11:23 pm
CMH
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TPA
4h 33m
1 stop
$188Breeze Airways
Fri, Jul 24 - Fri, Jul 31
Breeze Airways Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 am
TPA
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CMH
2h 20mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
10:10 am - 12:27 pm
CMH
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TPA
2h 17mnonstop
$193Breeze Airways
Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Jul 31
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 12:43 pm
TPA
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CMH
5h 43m
1 stop
Breeze Airways Logo
10:10 am - 12:27 pm
CMH
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TPA
2h 17mnonstop
$194Breeze Airways
Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 20
Breeze Airways Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 am
TPA
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CMH
2h 20mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
10:10 am - 12:27 pm
CMH
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TPA
2h 17mnonstop
$197Breeze Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 27
Breeze Airways Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 am
TPA
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CMH
2h 20mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 11:23 pm
CMH
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TPA
4h 33m
1 stop
$199Breeze Airways
Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 7:39 pm
TPA
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CMH
6h 37m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 7:57 pm
CMH
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TPA
6h 45m
1 stop
$204American Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Tue, Jul 28
Breeze Airways Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 am
TPA
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CMH
2h 20mnonstop
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1:02 pm - 6:11 pm
CMH
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5h 09m
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$205Breeze Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to Columbus flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Tampa to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport?

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 Columbus Airport departing in September.

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

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

For Tampa to Columbus, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Columbus back to Tampa, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Columbus Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport, 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 Columbus Airport is July, where tickets cost $211 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $516 and $461 respectively.

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

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 $412 on average.

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

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 Columbus Airport, 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 Columbus Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$78
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 40% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Tampa to Columbus

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

  • Is there public transportation from Tampa to Tampa International Airport (TPA)?

    Yes, Tampa International Airport (TPA) is connected to downtown Tampa with numerous transportation options, including buses, taxis, and trains. It takes about 11min to get to Tampa International Airport by taxi. The Express Tampa free shuttle train takes 30min to cover the same distance. The train regularly runs every 15-30min between TPA Airport and downtown Tampa.

  • What services are available for passengers with reduced mobility?

    It is possible to arrange special assistance before the scheduled flight to move through the TPA airport easily and through security to your gate. The airport is equipped with wheelchair-accessible restrooms and shuttles and extra assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. As for the arrival airport, Columbus International Airport (CMH) also has wheelchair-accessible services upon request.

  • What is the most efficient way to travel from Columbus International Airport (CMH) to downtown Columbus?

    There are several ways to get to downtown Columbus from Columbus International Airport (CMH). A bus takes approximately 16min to get to downtown Columbus and is less expensive. Alternatively, you can opt for taxis, Lyft and Uber, which take approximately 8min to cover the same distance.

  • Can I sleep at Columbus International Airport (CMH)?

    Yes, sleeping at Columbus International Airport (CMH) is possible if you arrive late and can't find a hotel where you can spend the night. However, note that the lights are left on throughout the night, so ensure that you carry eyeshades to avoid waking up with dark under eye circles. However, if you want comfortable and uninterrupted sleep, there are multiple hotels within and near the airport where you can spend the night.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport was $78 for a one-way ticket and $158 for a round-trip.

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

    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 Columbus?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Tampa to Columbus flight route.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tampa to Columbus?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tampa to Columbus, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Columbus are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $194 and an overall rating of 8.2, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $369 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Columbus.

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

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

    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 Columbus with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and CMH 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 Columbus?

    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 Columbus 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 Columbus Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $139 or less one-way and $382 or less round-trip.
  • Passengers can take advantage of lounges available in the departure and arrival airports. There are numerous airline lounges at Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Columbus International Airport (CMH) lounges, offering excellent services, including meals and drinks. Note that these airline lounges have different rules and regulations so be sure to contact them and check before booking for their services.
  • For those in Columbus International Airport (CMH) with infants, the terminals are equipped with comfortable nursing suites to make minors and their mothers comfortable before boarding their flight. The nursing suites features comfortable baby changing table, seat and a sink.
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) has several banking ATM services for travelers who want to withdraw money for their needs at the airport. However, it is vital to note that there are service fees for each withdrawal, so be sure to call your bank for fee schedules and daily withdrawal limits.
  • With numerous relaxation areas within Tampa International Airport (TPA) offering top-notch spa services, you will find one that matches your needs. Look no further than Getaway Spa at Airside C and E. You can also take advantage of the new outdoor courtyards near the Main Terminal if you want fresh air.
  • Columbus Airport (CMH) features multiple designated work stations with power outlets and USB charging ports located throughout the airport terminals. So, passengers looking to catch up on unfinished work can utilize these working stations. The best part is that you can log into the complimentary Wi-Fi and stay connected with friends and family.

Prefer to fly direct from Tampa to Columbus?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Tampa to Columbus.
Find which airlines fly direct from Tampa Airport to Columbus Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tampa to Columbus

Monday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

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Direct returns

Columbus to Tampa

Monday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Tampa to Columbus

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tampa to Columbus. 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 Columbus? 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.
8.2
Breeze AirwaysOverall score based on 288 reviews
8.7Crew
8.3Boarding
8.2Comfort
6.7Food
6.7Entertainment
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Flight attendants were wonderful. Seats were comfortable “Nicest” bundle). No screens or meal, but it is a budget airline.

10.0 ExcellentSilvano, May 2026
SFO - CVG
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Flight attendants were wonderful. Seats were comfortable “Nicest” bundle). No screens or meal, but it is a budget airline.

it is an economy airline so lack of perks expected .. however an efficient board, clean plane, pleasant crew and an early arrival for half the price of full service airline

Very quick and easy process from check in to deboarding and baggage claim. Crew was professional and friendly. Flight was smooth and on time. Very convenient for short flights.

It was easy and very comfortable! The crew was accommodating and cheerful. I enjoyed myself!

I normally have very good experiences with Breeze. The crew is great, pricing is excellent, and the planes are new and usually clean. This time in Huntsville we were delayed, which I understand can happen, however we were moved from one gate to the opposite side of the terminal and then back again... There was a lot of confusion. Also, my seat had a lot of food crumbs still on the floor where I had to stow my bookbag, so that was a bit disappointing. Other than that, all was good. Crew was great as usual!

Our flight was delayed 7 hours. Due to a change in equipment we were downgraded from "Nicest" to "Nicer," even having to pay for a soft drink. Disappointing. To Breeze's credit that issued a $100 flight credit. A refund would have been more appreciated.

Lost my luggage and terrible experience with customer service trying to track it down

10 hour delay with minimal updates. Couldn’t leave terminal and then ended up on redeye with a dirty broken plane. It is literally impossible to reach customer service via gate agent, app, phone, text or email.

I thought that I had pre-purchased carry-on luggage and was surprised when I tried to check in that I did not have it.

Flight departure was 90 min delayed, and the boarding experience was confused, stressful, and generally poor. Additionally, the wifi on the plane was malfunctioning for all but the final 15 min of the flight into ILM.

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

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.

Communication about the delayed flight was poor. We were told to move gates three times but that was bad information. We went from gate 128 to gate 126 and then to gate 123 and back to gate 126. Communication about the delay was bad. Ended up being 1 1/2 hour late getting home.

Southwest continues to do less for more money. Flight attendants used to be fun and friendly. But now it’s like they don’t even see you. Such a shame.

I liked it better when you were truer to your roots Am paying more for less fun

I was supposed to be on a later flight. When I showed up at the gate, the woman working there was extremely helpful getting moved up to this earlier flight.

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

I realize they are still working out kinks with the new boarding process, but by the time I boarded in group 5, most of the bins were full. All airlines should better enforce small bags and jackets going under the seats until everyone has boarded.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

I appreciate the staff who allowed me to board though I arrived a little late! Regarding the assigned seating, I had booked my flight before this change and wasn't aware of the change at the time, and so I didn't select a seat at booking as I didn't realize it was relevant. Better communication about the change would have been helpful for preparing.

Gate agent was unhelpful for handicapped boarding. Flight attendant seemed untrained.

Clean planes and not take my comfort class seat away.

Weather caused a long delay, but the efficiency and updates from the pilot were helpful. We were able to make our connection fortunately.

Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

Aside from a completely packed plane, I really have no complaints.

Much better than Latam, the worse airline company ever. I hope I don't have the need to fly Latam ever in my life again.

Flight was delayed it was hot while sitting on the plane, one engine was working on the plane until they had to do some jimmy rigging down the runway in order for the other engine to charge up. It was ridiculous

The flight was very good and the staff was very friendly and helpful!

Landed without a gate ready. Plane is extremely old and dirty.

All the amenities was wonderful, if they could keep their prices that low. I'd fly with them all the time.

It was what i expected. I like the movies you can access from your phone. It would be nice if there was a gluten free snack offered. But I did bring my own snack knowing there would not be a gluten free option

There were flight delays making our flight arrive at our destination after midnight didn’t seem to have enough crew or airplanes for the flights laid over in Dallas should’ve had plenty of time to make it to our next flight only made it because that flight was also delayed because our plane wasn’t even at the airport yet overall have not had a good experience on American

Requested early boarding to disinfect seat, tray table, etc. before general boarding. Instructed to board after wheelchair passengers. Waited on jet bridge behind 12 wheelchair passengers. Stopped immediately after entering plane to wait for gate agent in rear of plane cleaning a seat that was wet, got to my row and found both seats adjacent to mine already occupied, with the lack of room making it impossible for me to clean my own space and defeating the purpose of my boarding early. Cleaned the armrests and tray table as best I could.

Fine. Nothing to write home about. The plane left on time, and arrived on time.

We had several flights and they were all on-time and flawless

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.

My original flight got delayed day of so I had to rebook it from one layover to two layovers. The flight also left earlier which was a slight inconvenience but manageable. Then my first connection flight got delayed 3 separate times for a total of 2 hours delayed, causing me to miss my second connection flight back to Santa Barbara. Now, because of this missed flight, I am missing my college classes that I pay for.

Flight: Started on time. Comfortable flight. Arrived on time. Crew: Very cordial and helpful. Drinks and snack was served with a smile. Overall enjoyed the trip. Regards, Hari Doss Chanchala Doss

Early departure meant on time arrival. Only real problem was free internet had issues, although chatting with the internet help desk (you can do this via aainflight.com) got the issue resolved.

This short sector between Miami and JFK was undertaken purely for business purposes, with efficiency as the primary objective rather than a full inflight experience. Overall, the journey met its intended purpose; however, the ground experience at Miami stood out significantly. During check-in, I was unable to link my frequent flyer details from Qatar Airways (oneworld alliance) through either the self-service kiosk or web check-in. The situation was handled exceptionally well by the check-in agent, who demonstrated remarkable ownership. She coordinated across multiple counters, ensured my frequent flyer number was correctly reflected, reissued the boarding pass, and confirmed that mileage accrual would be recognized. Additionally, she ensured the boarding pass reflected priority status, enabling a seamless priority check-in experience without delays. This level of proactive service was both commendable and impactful. Boarding and the inflight experience, operated by American Airlines under a codeshare arrangement, were efficient but largely transactional. While operational delivery was smooth, there was no visible recognition of oneworld frequent flyer status onboard. In comparison to the consistently personalized engagement typically experienced with Qatar Airways, this absence was noticeable—though understandably a potential limitation of codeshare alignment rather than a direct service shortfall. In summary, while the flight itself fulfilled its operational intent, the exceptional professionalism and commitment demonstrated at the Miami check-in counter was the defining highlight of this journey. Greater consistency in elite recognition across partner airlines would further enhance the overall experience.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

It didn’t happen. I booked it and then was told it wasn’t available and then forced to pay far higher prices for a worse option

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.

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

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

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

The experience was good. No frills but I got there safe and sound and on time.

After boarding and un-boarding twice over 6+hours, the flight was canceled.

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