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What is the cheapest flight to Washington Dulles Airport?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Washington Dulles Airport was found on the route from Atlanta, at $69 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Washington Dulles Airport and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $296 in the last 5 days.

How much is a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport costs $514 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $25 and departed from Punta Gorda. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport which costs $292 on average, and Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which costs $544 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Washington, D.C. is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $491. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $749 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $289 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $403 and $368 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is September with an average price of $170.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $425 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $604.

What is a good deal for flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for the following prices or less: From New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport $223 round-trip, from Provo $238 round-trip, from Jacksonville $280 round-trip.

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Flights to Dulles Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Dulles Intl 
NesrinFlew with Southwest
DEN
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IAD
Feb 2026
Get a seat in the very front if you can, otherwise, it is a very slow process.
DionFlew with American Airlines
DFW
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IAD
Jan 2026
Make sure you eat a heavy meal before boarding the flight.
SuzetteFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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IAD
May 2025
Take a shower before arriving at airport and don't wear perfume at all! Pack bags tight, so boarding is smooth and quick.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
RIC
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Jul 2024
Know where your connecting gate. You can use the airline app to bring up a map and it can give you directions and time from landing gate to departure gate.
karenFlew with Alaska Airlines
LAX
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Jun 2024
Personal tips are bring your own food if you're hungry; keep foot space as open as possible for leg room; pack your patience
PatriciaFlew with United Airlines
PBI
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Jan 2024
Take DCA instead of IAD to avoid those stupid overpacked people movers

FAQs - booking Washington Dulles Airport flights

  • What type of public transportation options exist at Washington Dulles International Airport for me to use after my flight?

    One of the best ways to get into the heart of Washington D.C. is to take the Silver Line Express Bus. This bus will take you from the terminal building at the airport to a nearby Metrorail Station where you can catch the Silver Line to the heart of Washington D.C. The fare to ride the service is around $5.

  • If I want to get a rideshare car when I arrive at the airport where can I go to meet my ride?

    All of the major rideshare companies operate at this airport and the airport has created dedicated pick-up zones for these rideshare cars. You will find these rideshare pick-up locations by exiting either Door Two, Four, or Six on the ground level just outside of baggage claim. The pickup locations have numbers so it makes it easy to find your rideshare car.

  • If I'm looking for a hotel that is close to the airport are there any hotels that have a location right on the airport property?

    There actually is one hotel choice that has a location right on the airport property just opposite the main terminal building. The Washington Dulles Airport Marriott is just steps from the terminal building and the rooms offer soundproofing to give you a good night's rest while staying close to the airport.

  • Where do I go to get a taxi at the airport and what is the approximate cost of a taxi to get me to downtown Washington D.C.?

    You will find taxi queues outside of the terminal building on the arrivals level. You should expect a trip time of around 50min and the approximate fare for the ride will be around $70.

  • What services does Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) offer for families?

    For travelers voyaging with young children not only do they have access to eight different nursing rooms spread throughout each terminal but there is a space-themed play area, designed with the help of NASA equipped with interactive games. The complimentary play aera can be found in Concourse B and is surrounded by comfortable seating and charging stations for parents nearby.

  • Why should I choose Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) over other Washington DC airports?

    In addition to IAD, there is also Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI). Depending on where you’re traveling to, it might be worthwhile to choose one over the other. For example, travelers who want to go to Washington D.C. city center might find it easier to fly into DCA while travelers who are continuing on to Virginia might find IAD a better option, while those who are looking at a final destination in Maryland should look at flights to BWI.

  • What amenities are there for business travelers in Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    Business travelers might also want to look into the VIP Terminal Facilities at IAD which provides passengers with a personal team at their disposal to handle formalities at IAD and affords the travelers maximum privacy throughout their airport travel. If you are trying to organize a meeting look into the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott which is conveniently present on the airport grounds just a short walk from the main terminal building.

  • What lounges are available to me at the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    If you’re hoping to relax at an airport lounge IAD has lounges from both United, located next to Gate C7 and D8 and Virgin Atlantic, located next to Gate 32. Both have a variety of membership options and a wide range of amenities from complimentary drink and beverages. There is also a United Services Organization lounge for active and retired military personnel.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Washington Dulles Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Washington Dulles Airport was found on the route from Atlanta, at $69 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Washington Dulles Airport and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $296 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from central Washington, D.C.?

    The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and downtown Washington, D.C. is 22 miles.

  • How much is a flight to Washington, D.C.?

    On average, a flight to Washington, D.C. costs $514. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $25 and departed from Punta Gorda Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Washington Dulles Airport?

    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 to Washington Dulles Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Washington Dulles Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington Dulles Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Washington Dulles Airport?

    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 Washington Dulles Airport with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Washington Dulles Airport?

    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 Washington Dulles Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Washington Dulles Airport

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Washington Dulles Airport? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Washington Dulles Airport for the following prices or less: From Jacksonville $1,489, from Newark $1,531, from Raleigh $3,307
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Washington Dulles Airport flight deals.
  • If you are having somebody come to meet you to pick you up after your flight to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) they can park in the Terminal Parking structure for around $6 per hour.
  • If you are going to be traveling with a pet it is good to know that there are four different pet relief areas at the airport with two of them having a location outside of the terminal and two locations past security inside the terminal building.
  • One of the best things about traveling to this airport are the number of airline lounges you will find here. Airlines such as British Airways, Etihad Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines all offer lounge services here at this airport.
  • If you have just landed at the airport and you have lots of luggage to take with you to your ground transportation of choice the airport offers several locations where there are baggage carts for rent. All of these cart rental locations have a location right next to baggage claim carousels.
  • If you have just gotten off your plane and realize that your electronic device is in need of a quick charge, you'll be happy to know that the airport has charging stations that are free throughout much of the concourse areas as well as at many gate areas. One great spot to get your phone charged up while you eat are the charging stations you will find near the food court around Gate B 73.
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is unique as it is a major hub for both international and national flights and it is located 40min away from Washington D.C.
  • Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) will be much easier if you subscribe to the CLEAR program allowing you to avoid lines throughout the airport. Approved CLEAR applicants simply need to show their boarding passes in order to forgo the IAD’s security lines which are well known for being stringent, helping to make your travel process as quick as possible.
  • If you have rented a car to take you to your destination from the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) exit you will find the shuttle bus to take you to the car rental offices at either Curb 2C or 2D outside the baggage claim terminal.
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is home to the Interfaith Chapel which can be found in Concourse A, just in front of Gate A32 and is open 24/7.
  • Smokers will be pleased to know that there is a designated smoking area in most of the main airport concourses in Concourse B (across from Gate B37), Concourse C (across from Gate C2) and Concourse D (across from Gate D30).

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Dulles Intl

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12590 reviews
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This was my second time flying Alaska Airline in the 1st Class cabin. Everything was fine with the exception of the food and entertainment. The food was just ok but not what I was expecting from 1st Class. A BBQ pork sandwich and baked potato. There wasnt any in-flight entertainment. I found that odd since it was a coast to coast flight Seattle to Dulles. My sister flew 1st Class on Delta on a shorter flight ( Seattle to Cincinnati) and had an awesome meal and in-flight entertainment. I typically fly Delta but there wasn’t a flight with times that fit my schedule. I am by no means a primary donna. But when my upgrade cost over $900…I didn’t use any reward miles…I was expecting more than what I got. I will never fly Alaska Airline 1st Class again. I will stick with Delta for all my travel needs whether it’s in 1st Class or coach.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2026
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This was my second time flying Alaska Airline in the 1st Class cabin. Everything was fine with the exception of the food and entertainment. The food was just ok but not what I was expecting from 1st Class. A BBQ pork sandwich and baked potato. There wasnt any in-flight entertainment. I found that odd since it was a coast to coast flight Seattle to Dulles. My sister flew 1st Class on Delta on a shorter flight ( Seattle to Cincinnati) and had an awesome meal and in-flight entertainment. I typically fly Delta but there wasn’t a flight with times that fit my schedule. I am by no means a primary donna. But when my upgrade cost over $900…I didn’t use any reward miles…I was expecting more than what I got. I will never fly Alaska Airline 1st Class again. I will stick with Delta for all my travel needs whether it’s in 1st Class or coach.

Very easy, stress free airline. Was a wonderful experience. Will use again

Seattle airport terminal was a nightmare to navigate. Coming g off a cruise boat etc. Lack of convient Restrooms a major issue. Once able to get to boarding Alaska Air it was good experience.

Appreciated the upgrade on the saver ticket. Made the 5 hour flight bearable.

There was no sitting place in Sea-Tac airport. Even airline didn’t provide any food or dinner. I will never take this airline in my future travel.

Crew was very rude and uncaring. When someone tried to place their bag in overhead bin and they asked for help, crew told them they could not assist. Crew member then told the customer if they couldn’t place into overhead bin on their own, they should have checked in bag. When other customer helped to place the bag in the overhead bin, they were given evil look by crew member and told to hurry back to their uncomfortable middle seat. This was despite the fact that the plane did not leave until 30 minutes later. The flight was ~80% full; when final people boarded, they were forced into middle seats with no room for comfort. There were a handful of emergency row seats unoccupied. When asked if any of the emergency row seats may be used, the crew said that they would cost extra. Normally if a flight is completely boarded and there are open seats, the crew at least gives thought to asking someone if they want to re-locate to the more comfortable seat, especially on a long flight.

Great flight, no bumps to speak of, pleasant crew, good inflight entertainment choices

6 hour flight from Seattle to Dulles airport without any WiFi and movies, as well as now snacks is crazy. We were told no WiFi and entertainment 5 hours before departure.

More leg room in back seats. Can you require people to smell good on planes? ha ha Staff was great! Plane was comfortable. I enjoyed the movies and TV. Smooth take off and landing.

A cheerful and effective crew. Tasty pre-order food options.

It was as good as it could be. Flying is not a pleasant experience these days.

The plane was old and thus the seats were not good. No cushion left whatsoever, and it all was a bit worn out.

I was in Comfort and we didn’t get any drinks, chips or anything! First Class got full service on the flight and Comfort got nothing. Seat was horrible and uncomfortable

My flight was delayed by 4 hours in 30 minute increments. The gate agents were amazing but the communication was not. We were told that there was a maintenance issue but they didn't know what it was. That didn't inspire confidence. Then they said they found it and it was fixed and the pilot just needed to sign off. Then the pilot needed to talk to the other pilot from the arriving flight and we'd be fine. Then we were waiting for the pilot to call back. Then the maintenance issue wasn't fixed. Then they decided we were getting a new plane (why didn't they decide this earlier??). Fine. But then they announced we were changing gates AND terminals. And we were boarding in 20 minutes. So we all had to run to the new terminal gate. We could have taken off at that time, but we then had to wait for all the people who rebooked on a different flight to book this flight again. That took 30+ minutes because there was only one gate agent. When everyone ditched this flight, I saw it as an opportunity to upgrade to comfort. Delta, the greedy jerks they are, charged me $121. After their delay, their fault, their issues, couldn't even discount an upgrade. They only handed out $12 meal vouchers for the delay. I can't even get a snack from starbucks for that.

The crew was very inconsiderate and rude. My flight was scheduled to depart at 6:00am. I received a call from the crew at 5:40am, asking if I was going to make the flight because I was the only one that hasn't boarded yet and boarding ends at 5:50am. I let them know that I will be at the gate in a few minutes, before the 5:50am cutoff. When I arrived at the gate at 5:45am the gate was closed. Departing early on last minute notice without having all passengers on board is inconsiderate and unprofessional.

The flight was smooth, the crew was great but the plane was quite old

Flight was warm for first few hours and quite rough

Flight was delayed several times. At one point, they "pulled back" 15 minutes from the delayed boarding and sent a text saying we would board sooner than previously advised. The flight then was delayed again. And when we boarded, there was an unspecified technical issue which had us waiting in the plane for about an hour.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

1st flight had mechanical issues after we boarded and almost took off. They tried to fix on runway but couldn’t do we went back to the gate. They couldn’t fix it there either. So we had to deplane and board another plane 2 hrs later. All in all our flight was delayed 4 hrs so we had to cancel some business meeting we had in London for the morning since we were supposed to arrive at 7am and did not arrive until 11:45am. Also, the 2nd plane had mechanical issues as well but fortunately they were able to fix on runway.

Horrible I am at almost 2,000,000 miles on United. This was probably the worst flight ever. An hour and a half before takeoff I get a message that they’re changing the plane and I no longer have a seat in Polaris business Supposedly, there was a problem with the plane, but then there was no other plane Finally, they decided to bring a plane from Newark to Washington Dulles Of course the original flight was at 10:45 PM so by the time the plane got there it was 12:30 AM. It had not been cleaned. It had not been catered. They don’t really have people available to do those things when it’s not pre-programmed at 1 o’clock in the morning. The crew had to be changed And the new plane held 28 fewer people than the scheduled plane There is no way you can hate United Airlines enough The people at the gate were actually just fine, but it was management who was completely useless And did they send extra help to the people at the gate? Did they send supervisors? Of course not. Just don’t take United find somebody else or buy a boat

MY FAMILY'S LUGGAGE WAS LOST FROM ROME TO BARI. I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT RECEIVED MY LUGGAGE FROM ROME TO BARI. AFTER DEPLANING IN BARI, WE WASTED A LOT OF TIME AT BAG CLAIMS LOST AND FOUND REPORTING THE CLAIM AND PLEADING FOR THE BAGS TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT DAY. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT TAKES 3 DAYS MINIMUM TO DELIVER. MY DAUGHTER AND MY GIRLFRIEND NEEDED THEIR PERSONAL THINGS AND WE WERE STAYING 3 HOURS AWAY FROM THE BARI AIRPORT. WE HAD TO DRIVE 3 HOURS TO THE AIRPORT TO COLLECT OUR LOST LUGGAGE THE NEXT DAY. WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE EXPERIENCE

Our flight to Rome, Italy was cancelled the day of and we were never informed. We only found out because I was trying to get into my husbands account and called to get his account number. Had to pay more for worse seating on another airline.

We were a little disappointed to not be able to complete check in online without uploading pics of passports. Also we have KTN's and they weren't on our boarding passes when we got to security. Had to trek back to counter to have them fix.

Excellent service in Polaris class IAD to ZRH. Arrived rested and well fed after the overnight flight.

It's a short hop. My carryon was checked at the gate, I didn't have to drag it all over the airport. Excellent wheelchair assist.

Was great in general, try to respect time and excuses when slight changes have been made, appreciated!

My bags were misplaced!!! Im in a foreign country with no bags

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Fine not above and beyond as I had a connection that was delayed due to maintenance

Hydraulic leak caused the flight to be cancelled. Auto system scheduled us on a 3 am flight. Wevhsedvrebook on the app and hit schedules later in the afternoon. Our luggage per gate and ticket agent would be rescanned and put in our new flight. Did not happen. Our luggage stayed in hsv. Baggage claim in wash dc unable to help. We filed a claim. Several emails about our luggage were in conflict with one another. Called as baggage and was on hold 30 minutes. Oscar said one of 2 was out fir delivery then cancelled. About 45 minutes later both pieces were delivered. Their system is suspect

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Horrible experience upon landing. Probably more due to DCA utter incompetence than AA.

Easy boarding. Rows are smaller but that may be an older and bigger me now :)

Flight has been delayed every time I've ever taken it. Seats uncomfortable. Children behind me yelling the entire flight. Some of this is out of their control but overall just consistently not a great experience.

Poor communication ahead of time about flight delays and old planes/other equipment.

Never going to fly your airline again if it can be avoided.

Not to have gotten delayed by 2+ hours for the fourth straight American flight. They're the worst.

Concern Regarding Significant Gate Delay and Jet Bridge Issue Dear Customer Relations Team, I am writing to express my disappointment with the experience I had on my recent flight AA 2414 on Sunday January 18, 2026. What should have been a routine departure turned into a frustrating and avoidable delay due to an issue with the jet bridge at the gate. As a result, the flight was delayed by approximately 90 minutes while multiple gate changes were attempted. The lack of clear communication during this period made the situation even more challenging. Passengers were left uncertain about the cause of the delay, the expected timeline, and the next steps. This not only disrupted travel plans but also created unnecessary stress for everyone on board. I understand that operational issues can arise, but a malfunctioning jet bridge and the resulting extended delay suggest an area where procedures or equipment maintenance may need attention. I hope you will review this incident to prevent similar disruptions in the future. I would appreciate acknowledgment of this concern and consideration of appropriate compensation for the inconvenience and lost time caused by this delay. Thank you for taking the time to review my experience. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Dion Dillard

Crew was kind of grumpy and there was no beverage service at all. Sodas were $4. Disappointing.

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

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

There was no food and no entertainment, so I'm not sure why these are even in the survey, as my understanding is frontier does not ever offer food without a few, not even a snack, and there are no screens so unless the flight safety talk is our entertainment why ask how we liked it?. One of the flight attendants say in the back of the plane as people filed in to their seats, yelling orders about where to put baggage and telling people to hurry up. It was the least professional experience I've ever had on a flight.

The worst. We never made our connection and they did absolutely nothing to help us at the airport.

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