Frontier Airlines - PHL

NJ Goofy

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Can anyone give me some insight on flying Frontier out of Philly ? We usually fly SouthWest or American (US Airways) but their fares have been pretty high. Frontier has a $166.00 round trip flight (price includes one checked bag & seat selection) that looks very good but I have no experience with them. I don't want to start our trip off with a problem to save a few hundred dollars. Thanks.
 
I've posted about them on a few other threads. But I've flown them to MCO out of Philly twice in the past year since SW seems to be charging more lately--in March and August. Knock on wood, but no issues. The first time I wasn't aware that their pricing is pretty much ala carte, so we ended up spending a ton during check in for checked bags and in-flight for snacks (they don't offer a free drink or snack and flight took off before airport restaurants were open). The second time around I was prepared, packed smarter, pre-paid for my checked bag online, and made sure to bring snacks (you can pay for snack vouchers online, as well). Their flight staff was courteous and kind. Planes looked newer, but seats don't recline and have these annoying snap back-spring type tray tables. So beware because oftentimes parents weren't paying attention, and it can get annoying if the kids behind you are playing with them. Flights were on time. Have a great trip!
 
Thanks for the information, we'll do a little more research before deciding to fly with them.
 

I posted on the thread linked above. Most of the flights I've taken with them were out of Philly. Trenton is closer for me but Philly usually has at least 4 flights each way per day while Trenton only has 1 and occasionally 2. We've been very happy with them. Just familiarize yourself with the fees and be aware or he risks of delays and cancellations with fewer flights available.

We've been flying for about $50 to $105 from Philly including seat picks. Most of the time we travel just with the free bags or if all five of us fly we use the free personal items as just one large checked bag. There are ways to minimize those fees.
 
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