Until recently, I never considered Frontier Airlines.
Like many frequent travelers, I associated the airline with low advertised fares that became far more expensive after adding a carry-on bag, selecting a seat or paying for flexibility. I generally assumed I would be better off booking a traditional airline, even when the initial Frontier fare was significantly lower.
That changed after I won Frontier Diamond Elite status in a contest during CardCon, an industry event, in 2025.
The status encouraged me to give the airline a serious try, and I have since come to appreciate Frontier far more than I expected. On a recent trip, a friend and I flew four Frontier flights connecting California, Dallas, Chicago and Atlanta for approximately $120 total for two people.
After that experience, I even discussed Frontier’s loyalty program and how families can maximize its value on the Unlocking Travel podcast. It reinforced something I hadn’t appreciated before: Frontier’s biggest advantage isn’t just its low fares, but how its loyalty program, elite status and credit card can work together to reduce many of the airline’s most common fees.
