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Cheapest round-trip
$98
Typical prices: $151-$315
Allegiant Air
Tue 11/6Fri 11/9
PHL - PIE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$38
Typical prices: $81-$182
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Fri 12/14
CVG - PIE • Non-stop
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Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:55 pm - 10:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
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3:03 pm - 5:37 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$98Allegiant Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:26 pm - 10:16 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
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6:30 am - 9:04 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$98Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:55 pm - 10:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:34 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$99Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:55 pm - 10:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:34 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$102Allegiant Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:26 pm - 10:16 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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4:02 pm - 6:36 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$104Allegiant Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:35 pm - 9:25 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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3:11 pm - 5:45 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$107Allegiant Air
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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5:59 pm - 8:49 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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3:18 pm - 5:52 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$108Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:42 pm - 9:32 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
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2:50 pm - 5:24 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
2h 34mnonstop
$110Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:42 pm - 9:32 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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9:32 am - 7:16 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
21h 44m2 stops Indianapolis Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$169Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:42 pm - 9:32 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 50mnonstop
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9:32 am - 7:16 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-PHL Philadelphia
21h 44m2 stops Indianapolis Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$175Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Tampa

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

How much is a flight to Tampa?

A round-trip flight to Tampa costs $217 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Cincinnati average $239, while Akron runs a bit higher at $250.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Tampa?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Tampa at $211 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $263.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa with an average price of $145 round-trip.
  • March ($303) and April ($261) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Tampa?

Night flights to Tampa are the cheapest at $191 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $240.

When are flights to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights to Tampa are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to Tampa

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Allegiant Air and Sun Country Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, Delta and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JetBlue

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for flights to Tampa

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$38
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 40% increase in price.
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Your questions about flights to Tampa, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Is there anywhere for someone to park for free when picking up a traveler from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport?

    If a friend or loved one is picking you up from the airport, make sure to let them know that they can wait in the Cell Phone Lot next to the Air Traffic Control Tour for free. Once your flight has arrived, they can then head to the curbside area or baggage claim to pick you up.

  • What dining options are there at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport?

    No matter what type of food you are in the mood for, St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is going to have a restaurant or takeaway option to fulfill your needs. Sam Adams Grille is a casual bistro that serves a variety of sandwiches and seafood, while Shell Key Café has homemade pastries and salads.

  • What shopping options are there at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport?

    If you want to treat yourself to a nice gift after your flight to Tampa, there are several stores in St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport for you to choose from. Stellar Gift Shop is a popular choice that sells products from the local region, while there are also some duty-free stores that have cosmetics, liquor, clothing, and electronics.

  • Is there anywhere to smoke at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport?

    Due to local legislation, St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport strictly prohibits all forms of smoking or the use of nicotine-based products inside of its buildings. If you need to have a cigarette or use an electronic smoking device, you will have to exit the airport and stand at least 75 feet from the terminal.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Tampa?

    Allegiant Air operates the most flights from the United States to Tampa at 140 per week, and for this route Allegiant Air is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Tampa. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How far is Tampa St. Petersburg from downtown Tampa?

    Tampa St. Petersburg is 14.4 mi from downtown Tampa.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Tampa from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Tampa varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Minneapolis: 3h 00m
    • from Greenville: 1h 38m
    • from Columbus Airport: 2h 05m
    • from Pittsburgh: 2h 20m
    • from New York: 2h 48m

  • How many flights serve Tampa?

    Tampa receives 20 flights per day and 140 per week from across the world. New York has the most flights to Tampa, with 131 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Tampa is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Tampa is around $151 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Tampa?

    Last-minute fares to Tampa – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 33% above the average round-trip fare of $217.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Tampa?

Your guide to booking Tampa flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Tampa, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Tampa, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $151 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Tampa around September. Round-trip fares historically average $145 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $49 per round-trip. Evening flights to Tampa average $191 compared to $240 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Tampa, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Allegiant Air includes a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Tampa, a few great places to start are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • If you are a nursing mother you are in luck, as the airport has a special set of privacy rooms located in between Gates 2 and 6. Equipped with comfortable chairs, outlets, and running water, these rooms are a convenient place to tend to children after flights to Tampa have landed.
  • To ask questions about the airport’s amenities or learn more about the surrounding region, pay a visit to the Visitor Information Desk that can be found in the baggage claim of the airport. This desk is run by volunteers, and they can provide you with recommendations and free maps of the city.
  • For travelers who are visually impaired, this airport provides complimentary access to Aira, a company that has created audio guidance for accessing the airport. If you or someone you are traveling with could benefit from this service, make sure to sign up ahead of time through the airport’s website.
  • If you like art, take some time to enjoy the different exhibits that are located throughout the terminals of the airport. Almost every artist featured here is a Florida native, and there is a large variety of murals, statues, paintings, and photography.
  • Hoping to send some letters to your loved ones back home? Make sure to drop them off in the mailbox, which is located in the outer concourse of St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Stamps and postcards can also be purchased at some of the airport’s gift shops.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Tampa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Tampa? 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.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8508 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.2Food
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
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There needs to be better accommodations for waiting passengers. A a designated standing space that is separated and away from concourse traffic.

8.0 ExcellentMary, Aug 2026
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There needs to be better accommodations for waiting passengers. A a designated standing space that is separated and away from concourse traffic.

overall the crew onboarding and providing service during our flight was great; they were friendly and helpful. I said ok to the entertainment because there was none, but the crew explained why which was very helpful. I am a diabetic and the type of snacks are not diabetic friendly (full of carbs and sugar). However, I am always prepared because I know the catering is for the larger population.

We were skipped when the snack cart passed and then the attendant said we weren’t . I am disabled and was in a row toward the back of the plane which was very difficult for me to navigate. Disabled people should not be forced to walk the plank.

Flight was delayed and then "they did not have time to load food". No snack or drink at all for 1.5 how flight. Somebody wasn't prepared.

It is usually very pleasant. Good service for the price, international flights are even better

New high end luggage ruined/zippers broken, items missing. All happened on return flight from msp to mso. Do better! Not store bought luggage but high end personalized ogio custom embroidered luggage. Total slap in the face ontop of an extra luggage fee that took me 3 hrs on chat to resolve.

Third flight in two months where the crew was not there. Comfort seating does not guarantee overhead bin space. Passengers with children are allowed on the plane first - if you are flying to and from Orlando, this means half the plane has boarded before you get on. And somehow all the bin space is taken up. 3 out of 5 flights have had issues with equipment or procedure. Some of these instances caused the flight to be delayed because of a "nuisance" light. One time it was a bag that had been brought on board but did not belong to anyone so we had to return to the gate. Last night we were told the "AC" on the plane doesn't work well and we're 10th for take off- because the crew was late - and that it will get cool when we're in the air. Not sure if this is usual, but I didn't think flight crew could jump seat in first class. Movie and TV selection has not been refreshed for several months- flying one to two round trips each month easily exhausts the list of content.

Definitely a southern flavor. Cordiality was evident even though no drinks or snacks were served.

No service flight that took 5 hrs and a stop at an unscheduled airport. Crew and pilots did their jobs

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

It was poor a four hour delay and no explanation for the delay. What’s a 35 dollars going to do. It also made me miss my car rental,

It was on time. Flight was comfortable. Staff was nice. It was the way a flight should always be.

Allegiant canceled the flight. The flight the next day was full. Allegiant did not provide any compensation besides a refund. Last time on Allegiant.

Great. No choice for n/a. No food or entertainment options

just had water and there was plenty of leg & seat room. But then i don't weight 220#s!!

Not totally their fault- screaming kids that had zero parent intervention.

Check in on the web portal was cumbersome! After several attempts I finally got the boarding pass.

I didn’t like it at all. I miss my second flight because of the delay on Allegiant Air now I m stuck in MCO.

My TSA number was missing from my ticket which shouldn’t have happened since it’s in my file. The on board flight attendant who was a male, did not want to help me put my luggage in the overhead bin and made a very rude comment and was very unpleasant. The good… the woman who fixed my ticket with the TSA number was excellent and I had extra legroom which was perfect.

Web site and app most difficult to access. Tel number not accessible. No answer at any time of day.

Very poor help no one answering a question regarding seating. Very rude staff. They don’t care, as if it’s not part of their job. Flight was delayed for no good reason and no apologies given.

The wifi didn't work and I needed to do some work. This was a business trip.

You did a great job rescheduling my cancelled flight. However, you made me pay for two seats for $118 even though the seats on the original flight were free. I think that was a very unfair thing to do.

The flight was on time the crew was courteous that makes for a good flight.

I liked the entertainment on JetBlue, the service from JFK to JAX was terrible at best

I usually dont fly JeTBlue and I dont think I will ever do it again. The flight was delayed fee time, nobody was giving us any info at at the airport, gate changing, the slowest and poorly organized boarding ever, rude staff.. huh

Like the variety of entertainment options. One crew member was a little on the rough/rude side. Boarding was a mess, attendants didn't do a great job of helping with the luggage storage and it delayed us a couple of minutes.

Flight is delayed by more than an hour without any reason, the jet blue gates kept changing every 20 mins and there is no proper communication. No ear phones provided in flight, there is a screen with entertainment but what is the use, I have earphones but the console has outdated audio connections, no usb C or bluetooth, they are living 15 years behind

Flight was cancelled, no support at JFK even though it is their main hub.. wait times on the phone was very long

I liked the punctuality, the crew, and overall the whole flight

Boarding and crew were great, but seats are terribly uncomfortable. No food or entertainment options.

Everything went very smoothly! Thanks for a great first experience flying with small children!

Crew members great. Everything else a 0! Got on plane at 530am. Got de boarded for mechanical issue. Supposed to leave by 830 am. Zero communication from gate agents. Then supposed to leave by 230pm. Then delayed till 330pm. Still zero communication with gate agents. All they would say is if you have an issue call the 1800 number. You call and sit on hold minimum 45 minutes for zero answer. Finally board at 345pm didn’t take off till after 4pm! Sat in airport for 11 hours with 4 adults and 3 kids. Finally offered a $100 (we are sorry) voucher for next trip. Missed whole day in Florida had to change reservations in Florida! Absolute joke of an airline! And I usually really like sun country.

Booked through Kayak for $236. They canceled the flight unknown to me; retaining $100 for canceling it. Found out when I went to check in. Rebooked the same flight for $400. Incredibly disappointed. The Sun Country part was as to be expected. Crowded, no food, no arm room but got me where I wanted to go.

3 seperate extremely rude unhelpful staff. Delayed flight. Lost my bag

Sat between 2 big men. I was uncomfortable. Flight was delayed twice. About 2 hours altogether.

It was a good experience. I do wish the seats were roomier. Also, I did not like being charged for my carry on bag

They were flexible and let my daughter and I sit in the back of the plane.

Sun country Wi-Fi was not working. Flight was overbooked by two people. Had to pay extra for carryons day before flight and I don’t like hidden fees like that.

WiFi did not work. Woman flight attendant in the rear of the plane was moody.

Our flight was delayed 2 hours and when they changed the the time to 1 hour I wasn't alerted and when I checked the gate the plane was still there but they already shut the doors so I had to buy another flight.

The flight was great . But you only had one vegan item on the whole flight and someone prior to me took it . I was so disappointed cause I came in from the flooded area and couldn’t pick up anything prior to my flight .

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

My flight was originally from SAT to MCO connecting from MCO to ORD. We got diverted to ATL and than Frontier staff there was sooo un helpful first they said they couldn’t give us any accommodation since our flight first got delayed that cancelled and now it’s 221am and I am still in ATL since they said they need to create a new flight my final destination is ORD and I have been delayed twice and cancelled. With no real help the frontier app didn’t work no email updates over all such a horrible experience

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

I am writing to express my disappointment with my recent Frontier Airlines flight. I was charged $99 at the gate because my bag was said to be too large, yet once onboard there was no available overhead bin space, and I was required to place the bag under the seat in front of me anyway. This made the charge feel unnecessary and unfair. Additionally, before the flight even took off, I was asked to move from the seat I paid for into a middle seat so another passenger and her cat could have my seat to themselves. I was not offered compensation or an explanation for being moved from a paid seat. Between the unexpected bag fee and being forced to give up my seat, this experience fell well below acceptable customer service standards. I would appreciate a review of this situation and appropriate compensation.

One of the worst travel experiences I've had. Had a flight scheduled with CVG to RSW on VLSWQX this morning departing at 5:30. Two individuals at the gate and one was in training. Not her fault but she didn't have the ability to check people in resulting in at least 15 families that didn't make it on the plane because they weren't checked into the system in time. When arriving at the airport to drop off our prepaid checked bags, the bag drop off agent asked if we could check our bags at the gate because of the long line. We said no problem so arrived at the gate by 5:00. They told those people that had previously paid for checked bags to stand off to the side while they let others that either didn't have a checked bag or their bag was already on the plan through. Realizing the gate workers had an issue, they either called for help or this lady showed up late for work as she didn't arrive until 5:15. The worker who had been there training the other individual and working diligently to make sure all passengers got on board. He even said that at one point all people that are currently in line are fine but asked the person in training to stand outside the ticketing area around 5:15 to notify any late travels that the flight was in boarding process and they arrrived too late. At that point, we're sill standing off to the side with our pre-paid checked bags patiently waiting. When the new lady arrived she couldn't have been more rude. It was an awful seen. Essentially they had asked for those without an assigned seat to board last, those with pre-paid checked bag stand off to the site and any traveling with a larger items that needed to be checked at the gate (such as a stroller), wait on the side. They realized that the flight needed to leave on time so the gate attendant shut the gate. So anyone without a seat assignment, those that had pre-checked bags, and the worst one I saw was a mother with two infant children was in line with use because she was asked to stand to the side because her stroller. When they shut the door to the plan they told her she could no longer get on. Her checked bags were already on the plane with her car keys in them, and the lady told her we couldn't accept anyone else on because the door was shut. She didn't even have a way to get home from the airport. Truely evil behavior. I've flown Frontier enough to know customer service is not a top priority in the company's mission, but this was an all-time low. I'm sending this after an 18 hour drive that our family just completed to Bonita Springs . I felt really bad for the lady being trained and the other individual trying to help, but when the new lady came to the gate she was truly one of the rudest individuals I've ever met. One lady had been there since 4am but because she didn't have an assigned seat they wouldn't let her on the plan.

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

Terrible. Flight cancelled with no reasoning and no flights to rebook. Employees were useless and did nothing to help. Did not even know where to retrieve luggage from the cancelled flight. Flyers beware.

No fault of Frontier staff: plane was very late, reached Orlando at 1 am, took a while to get luggage. Weather, gov financial shutdown impact on TSA, air controllers seemed to have multiple flights backed up. Frontier staff seemed to cope as gracefully as possible. It did reassure me that I and my new hip could adapt to travel challenges. Food/entertainment were irrelevant to my trip.

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