Frontier Airlines’ new “AirFairs” pricing system will offer fares in three tiers, ranging from the bare bones to all the bells and whistles
Economy
The economy fare targets passengers who don’t need to check bags and don’t expect to change their flight. Everything costs extra — snacks, checked bags and in-flight television. Passengers also will have to wait to get seat assignments. But in these tough economic times, many travelers are more concerned with savings than convenience.
Classic
The classic fare most closely represents what Frontier provided before high jet-fuel prices pushed it and other airlines to add more fees this year. Purchasers of this fare get advanced seat assignments, two complimentary checked bags and free DirectTV. EarlyReturns miles are credited at 125 percent, meaning a 1,000-mile flight will earn 1,250 EarlyReturns miles. Itinerary changes cost $50, with a $75 fee for same-day flight changes. Tickets in this category cost an additional $20 and up, compared with the economy fare, for each way.
Classic plus
Fares in this category are fully refundable, and flight changes, even on the same day, don’t carry an extra charge. Besides the freebies included with the classic fare, passengers receive priority boarding, an in-flight snack and a premium beverage. EarlyReturns miles are credited at 150 percent. Tickets in this category are an additional $35 and up, compared with classic fares, each way.
