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5:23 am - 2:29 pmPDX-SNA
9h 06m1 stop
6:45 am - 11:10 amSNA-PDX
4h 25m1 stop
$93Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Aug 27 - Wed, Aug 28
5:23 am - 2:29 pmPDX-SNA
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6:45 am - 3:07 pmSNA-PDX
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$94Spirit Airlines
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5:23 am - 10:08 amPDX-SNA
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3:25 pm - 11:15 pmSNA-PDX
7h 50m1 stop
$103Spirit Airlines
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12:48 am - 6:22 pmPDX-SNA
17h 34m1 stop
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9:36 am - 3:11 pmPDX-SNA
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8:41 am - 1:36 pmPDX-SNA
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$142Frontier
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8:33 pm - 10:55 pmSNA-PDX
2h 22mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
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$206Alaska Airlines
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$216Delta
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3:57 pm - 10:16 pmPDX-SNA
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$45Spirit Airlines
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$81Frontier
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$108Delta
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$139Alaska Airlines
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1:44 pm - 10:21 pmPDX-SNA
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$166Alaska Airlines
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$174American Airlines
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$294American Airlines
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10:54 pm - 12:09 pmPDX-SNA
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7:52 pm - 6:50 amSNA-PDX
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$103Frontier
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$112Frontier
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12:00 pm - 10:03 amPDX-SNA
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4h 08m1 stop
$278Spirit Airlines
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2h 19mnonstop
$689Alaska Airlines
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2h 26mnonstop
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2h 19mnonstop
$712Alaska Airlines
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7:55 am - 12:15 pmPDX-SNA
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1:17 pm - 10:36 pmSNA-PDX
9h 19m1 stop
$761United Airlines
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7:55 am - 9:11 pmPDX-SNA
13h 16m2 stops
11:33 am - 9:03 pmSNA-PDX
9h 30m1 stop
$766United Airlines
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Thu, May 30 - Tue, Jun 4
5:18 am - 12:10 pmPDX-SNA
6h 52m1 stop
9:44 am - 12:15 pmSNA-PDX
2h 31mnonstop
$863American Airlines
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5:18 am - 12:10 pmPDX-SNA
6h 52m1 stop
9:44 am - 12:15 pmSNA-PDX
2h 31mnonstop
$887American Airlines
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Wed, May 29 - Wed, Jun 5
5:36 pm - 8:02 pmPDX-SNA
2h 26mnonstop
8:33 pm - 10:55 pmSNA-PDX
2h 22mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 4
8:04 pm - 10:30 pmPDX-SNA
2h 26mnonstop
7:00 am - 9:25 amSNA-PDX
2h 25mnonstop
$217Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 26
7:00 am - 9:28 amPDX-SNA
2h 28mnonstop
8:33 pm - 10:55 pmSNA-PDX
2h 22mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 26
5:36 pm - 8:02 pmPDX-SNA
2h 26mnonstop
7:00 am - 9:25 amSNA-PDX
2h 25mnonstop
$257Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 30
5:50 pm - 8:16 pmPDX-SNA
2h 26mnonstop
7:00 am - 9:25 amSNA-PDX
2h 25mnonstop
$267Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 3
5:50 pm - 8:23 pmPDX-SNA
2h 33mnonstop
6:49 am - 9:03 amSNA-PDX
2h 14mnonstop
$277Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 13
3:21 pm - 5:44 pmPDX-SNA
2h 23mnonstop
6:45 am - 9:16 amSNA-PDX
2h 31mnonstop
$297Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 29
3:21 pm - 5:44 pmPDX-SNA
2h 23mnonstop
8:55 pm - 11:22 pmSNA-PDX
2h 27mnonstop
$301Alaska Airlines
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11:10 am - 1:40 pmPDX-SNA
2h 30mnonstop
9:13 pm - 11:32 pmSNA-PDX
2h 19mnonstop
$407American Airlines
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Sun, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 5
11:10 am - 1:40 pmPDX-SNA
2h 30mnonstop
7:49 am - 10:03 amSNA-PDX
2h 14mnonstop
$557American Airlines
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Flights from Portland to Santa Ana - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Santa Ana?

The average price of all flights from Portland to Santa Ana clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Santa Ana on a Saturday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Portland, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Santa Ana?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Portland to Santa Ana, 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 Portland to Santa Ana is January, where tickets cost $198 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $357 and $338 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Portland to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Portland to Santa Ana, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 82 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Ana?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Santa Ana from Portland were found on Spirit Airlines ($45) and Frontier ($81), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on Spirit Airlines ($93) and Frontier ($142).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Portland and Santa Ana?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Portland to Santa Ana.
There is just one airline that flies from Portland to Santa Ana direct and that is Alaska Airlines. The best one-way deal found from Alaska Airlines for the route is $133.

How many flights are there between Portland and Santa Ana per day?

Each day, there are between 5 and 6 nonstop flights that take off from Portland and land in Santa Ana, with an average flight time of 2h 27m. The most common departure time is 8:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 36 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Wednesday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Portland and Santa Ana?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Portland to Santa Ana take?

Direct flights cover the 860 miles separating Portland to Santa Ana in about 2h 20m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Portland at 7:00 am and will be landing in Santa Ana at 9:28 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Portland to Santa Ana jets off at 8:04 pm and lands at 10:30 pm.

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Low season

December

High season

October

Cheapest flight

$45
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Portland to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Santa Ana 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 Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

  • Where can I shop at the PDX airport?

    Pendleton has got you covered with wool apparels and blankets, don’t forget to check out their woven beach towels too. This is located at the entrance of terminal A, B and C. If you are a book lover then Powell is located adjacent to Terminal A, B and C. Nike and Columbia Sportswear are also located in the same area. Other stores that may interest you include Kiehl’s (south lobby post security), The Real Mother Goose (Oregon Market) etc.

  • Can I find parking services at the Portland International AIrport?

    Yes. The airport offers parking services to passengers who access the airport via personal cars. The parking options include long term parking and short term garages which are offered on the airport’s parking lot. The airport also offers valet parking and marked handicap accessible parking spaces.

  • Does SNA Airport offer accessible services to the disabled?

    The John Wayne Airport Helping Hands team provides services at no charge and is available every day from 6 am to 11 pm. There are wide parking lots which are easily accessible at the airport. Vans which are accessible by wheelchairs are also offered by shuttle and taxi companies. For quicker van service, booking prior to airport arrival is recommended. Rest rooms, water refill stations and drinking fountains are all accessible and are adjacent to the restrooms in the various terminals.

  • What mode of transport is available from SNA Airport?

    Several bus and train routes service the airport. Shuttle services are also available but booking has to made 24h in advance. Taxis are also located in the Ground Transportation Centre and in Terminal C. App-based rides like Uber also offer drop off and pick up services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to Santa Ana?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to Santa Ana was $45 for a one-way ticket and $93 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Portland and Santa Ana?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Portland to Santa Ana?

    Portland and Santa Ana are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Portland from Portland and will be arriving at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Portland and Santa Ana.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    There are nonstop flights from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Portland to Santa Ana, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Portland to Santa Ana are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $296 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $297 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    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 Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Portland 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 Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    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 John Wayne (Santa Ana) with an airline and back to Portland with another airline. Booking your flights between Portland and SNA 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 Portland to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    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 John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Portland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Portland to Santa Ana

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $138 or less one-way and $296 or less round-trip.
  • The Portland International Airport (PDX) is located in the south of Multnomah County in Portland City. A drive from downtown Portland to the airport takes between 20min to 70min. You can also opt for the MAX light rail Red line which is much faster as it takes about 38min between the airport and downtown, with the first train arriving at PDX at 4:45 am. Another means of travel to the PDX airport is by taxi cabs. You can always order through the main operators or from a hotel.
  • The PDX airport has many lounges including four Priority Pass locations. As a traveller on economy class at the airport you will have access of the Priority Pass locations as long as you purchase a day pass, pay at the door or purchase an annual membership. The Alaska Airlines lounge at Concourse C, Delta Air lines Sky Club at Concourse D, United Airlines in Concourse E and USO Northwest -Portland Center lounges are available.
  • Animals such as those for comfort or emotional support are allowed at the PDX airport on condition that they be accompanied by their owners and or be kept in pet carriers except when making use of the relief area. Service dogs are allowed at the airport. The general rule is that all animals must be under control all the time.
  • For nursing mothers, once you land at the John Wayne Airport (SNA) you can go to rooms across from Gate C16 which provides the right environment while nursing your baby. The room has a comfy chair to sit, a sink, ample space and is pristine.
  • If you are travelling with kids to John Wayne Airport (SNA), then make a point to visit the children’s Wish lounge located at Terminal B, post security adjacent to Gates 11 and 12. While here, they can play games, color, take selfies with the Ted-E-Bear and read books.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Portland to Santa Ana?

Find which airlines fly direct from Portland to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Portland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

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Nonstop returns

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Portland to Santa Ana

 
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8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9192 reviews
7.3Food
8.6Crew
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.3Entertainment
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The one stewardess was rude about helping me put my bag in overhead….she said “ Is it heavy ?” (I am 73 yrs old)

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2024PDX - SAN
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The one stewardess was rude about helping me put my bag in overhead….she said “ Is it heavy ?” (I am 73 yrs old)

I didn’t like not knowing my seat till I got to the airport - and my boarding group was F (last).

Up on arrival, due to twisted ankle, I wasn’t able to walk. Requested for a wheelchair. They immediately asked for it. After 10 minutes wait a young man named Carlos picked me up at the gate, got my baggage and took me to the pick up area. It was a great service. Thanks Alaska Air line

My boarding pass birthdate was printed incorrectly causing me to spend an extra hour in a check-in and then again TSA line and to miss a chance to have dinner pre-flight. My window seat was given away and was replaced with a middle seat. I would have liked an opportunity to charge my phone and take advantage of movies but many of the departure gate chargers weren’t operational and I don’t know of an in-flight charging option, The flight left 45 late after trouble with unruly passengers, and I was glad staff removed them.

Horrible. I likely will have to spend several thousand dollars to rebook my international flights, due to their delays, plus a hotel in SF. I can’t wait to never fly them again!

It was so easy to board using my boarding pass on my iPhone, and I liked what I was given on the plane for food and drink, and everyone was very friendly.

dont re-route to San Jose. Re-route to closer airport. Provide shuttle bus to go to SFO, not just LYFT vouchers.

Staff seemed genuinely nice, not just going through the motions.

I would have rated the entire experience much better were it not for two things: 1. There was inconsistency between what we were told once on the plane vs. the answer I received to the question about "spreading out" from our assigned seats because the flight was sparsely populated, and the entire row we were in was empty but for us. I asked about one of us moving over one seat to make more room for us; before getting on the plane, I was told we could, which seemed like a sensible answer. Once on the plane, it was announced that we needed to stay in our assigned seats despite all of the empty space in our row, which seemed unneccessarily restrictive. 2. To add to the discomfort, we sat on the tarmac once the plane landed in Burbank for over half an hour waiting for a gate to become available. During that time we had to remain seated and buckled in, which was becoming more difficult as time dragged on, especially for my wife. If all of this was due to regulations, that may mitigate the sense of "needless" restriction somewhat, but it points to a need to make regulations less restrictive where it is not appropriate for the current conditions. The crew was not "nasty" about the restrictions, so I do not resent their actions, but it certainly would have been a much more pleasant flight if we had a few more options when it comes to comfort.

Flight left two hours late with no real explanation and they inexplicably had the heat running on the flight as well

Had to change aircraft due to a faulty door. Surprisingly it only caused about an hour and a half of delay. Delta handled this situation as well as can be expected.

Your crew could maybe answer the call bell at least one of the times I pressed it. I pressed it first time with 2.5 hours left in our flight bc my partner was hungry and wanted a sandwich. We finally got the sandwich with 40 mins left in the flight.

The Flight crew didn’t serve us until about 1.5 hours into the flight because of turbulence but after it ended it was fine to move around. They served us water only and snacks and then NEVER, NOT ONE TIME came through to collect trash until right before landing about 1.5 hours later. There was absolutely no need for that. They crew was just standing around talking and visiting with each other and really never tried to see if we might want something besides water or even try to come pick up trash. This is VERY unusual for a Delta flight but it was not what I would have expected for a 4 hour flight.

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

I didn’t like that I could not select my seat and was assigned a seat when I checked in at LAX

Great experience overall. Check in at Austin was congested as they only have about 6 check in kiosks, one was broken, and there was a lot of Spring Break travelers.

Bag drop off was slow and annoying. Only 2 agents at the entire delta desk, and no one directing traffic for what line to be in, many confused people slowed down the process. Boarding was fine. Seats in Delta comfort plus were fine. Snacks were great! Definitely a bonus. The entertainment system was awful — old, slow, not responsive, and completely unable to play games due to some kind of error. But on the other hand, thank you to Delta for the free WiFi. That made it better.

Everything was very good other than I had selected a specific seat when I booked the flight and they changed it once I checked-in the day before my flight. I was still in first class but lost my aisle seat for a window seat. Being tall, the aisle offers more comfort so I always select an aisle seat.

Flight diverted in SD. Later take off in Seattle by 1.3hrs

There were delays on both ends. It made it less than excellent. This plane was great though

Everything was great except for the wifi was junk. Crew was super friendly and helpful

Attendants were rude. Scowling. Seats were miserable and we paid extra.

Flight boarded without pilots. Sat on plane for 3 hrs. after over an hour late boarding. Plane never took off. Had to deplane near midnight. Line for rebooking was 3 hours + long. I had to leave.

Fight crew was not very attentive and the bastions were gross!

Our flight was great we left Kona earlier and got into LAX almost an 1hour earlier as well. LAX AA is in repair so to get out and found our bus to get pick up was a bit confusing.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

5 hour flight - full flight - not enough room to use my computer - slightly delayed - Admirals club was excellent quality food, drink made up for flight seating. No food offerred on flight, you ahd to prebook.

We experience delays on departure and connecting flights resulting in 14 hour to our next departure. We were accommodated with a night's stay but was only provided a 12 dollar meals accommodation. The airlines rules state.at least 50 dollars. In any case, it can not make up for the whole day missed on our vacation in Sydney Australia.

I can say I will not be taking this airline again any time soon. Seat were uncomfortable and too tight. Lack of chair screen and little overhead space.

I got a one-way, last-minute nonstop flight from PDX to BWI for only $125. Yes, I got nicked $79 more for a checked suitcase and $89 more for the BIG SEAT option, but it was worth it, even with $4.50 for coffee and $10 for a snack (the latter no different than any other airline). The grand total was still less flying on any other airline.

They stuck us with multiple extra fees. I will never fly spirit again

The guy with severe body odor sat next to me. For the whole duration of the flight it was a torture. The airline should have better policy on limiting people with bad body odor to board the flight. Passengers should not be the ones to endure bad odor for the whole duration of the flight. The airline should be e the one to ensure decent air quality for ever passenger.

They charged me 212.00 for a heavy check in bag at the gate. The pricing and process was so confusing - as if it was designed to purposefully gouge customers who need to board plane. That experience combined with the outrageous price charged will prevent me from ever flying Spirit again. And I’ll be sure to tell the story to anyone who cares to hear.

The text told me it was changed to Terminal E and Gate D5. But with no one on site to ask questions there was confusion on where to go as all the gates were E's. Then we took the skyline to the D area. We left to get something to eat. No announcement was made but my daughter happened to asked and they told her our gate was moved to D12. I will not fly Spirit again.

The agent at the check in desk was absolutely rude. The rest of the team after that was good, but the check in process at LAS was miserable. The woman at the desk spoke like we were stupid and was rude throughout the process.

Its so random that they only allow 40 pounds on checked bags when all airlines take 55. They then charge you for each 10 extra pounds, so my checked suitcase was $130 and the flight $30 ... its like whattt, im for sure not traveling with Spirit again

So bad. The check in process was laborious and the check in agent didn't seem to know how to manage the process efficiently and was confused about how to check in my son's sports equipment. The baggage fees were outrageous and so expensive. $90 for a carry on bag? And $200 additional for 2 check ins. The security lines were insanely long and the terminal was not very nice in the Spirit area. $5 for a water on board. It was my first and last time flying Spirit - I tried to save $ by flying them due to the accommodating schedule but I should have paid for Southwest, because it would've actually ended up less expensive due to the free bags with Southwest. There were no charging ports on the airplane, no wifi and really uncomfortable seating. The flight crew were great though, courteous and efficient in their boarding. Flight was delayed 1 hour, but we made up 15 minutes in flight.

My experience was better than expected. What I did find not so great was the seats. Very little room, they did not recline and the tray table was the size of a post card. There was no food to try, just standard snacks that you had to pay for and I don’t know of any entertainment. I would fly again even though everything was an upcharge. Flight was on time with little disturbance

Okay, cost of baggage and bidding for a seat is weird.

It was ridiculously hard to check in for the flight, and Frontier charged us a LOT of money to have a carry on suitcase, and then told everyone we could not carry on bags and had to check them through at the gate, and didn't refund the extra money we paid to have the suitcase as carry on.

I had a terrible experience with Frontier. I arrived before the 60 minute cut off and was told that Frontier has a two hour window for bags. I was then told the next available flight wasn’t until the end of the day (I had booked a 6am flight). I took a look around and saw other people being told that they could not board their flights or that they had to pay additional fees. I opted to rebook on American Airlines. There’s absolutely no straightforward way to contact Frontier, so this ticket was a complete waste of money. Oh - and the kicker is that the lady lied about the two hour cut off.

Frontier won’t help you at the airport without paying $25. Carry on was $75. Then you get on the plain and every beverage or snack is also a charge. Seats are hard and real packed in. I would never fly them again.

Worst experience I have seen. The flight was cancelled without any reason.

My experience with frontier staff at the Denver airport was absolutely horrible. The manager on duty was even worst if was the worst experience I have ever had, I have never been treated so poorly as a customer in my life! The staff was extremely rude, eye rolls and attitude and then refusal to help me at all. I wish I could never fly frontier again that’s how horrible it was!

The Frontier app wasn’t working. So I could not pay for a carry on the week prior to flying. They charged me 99$ at the gate to carry on a duffle bag.

Good for the price. My only complaint is that the pilot should keep the air flowing while passengers are waiting to getting out of airplane.

Plane could have been more on time. More leg room .

They cancelled the flight then did nothing to help us rebook. It was awful - I won’t fly with them again

The truck that was refueling the plane drove away with the hose still connected to the plane and ripped part of the plane off with it

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