Travelers looking for a quick jaunt to Pittsburgh or looking to travel further west to Chicago and Kansas City can take advantage of Frontier Airlines’ newest routes out of Philadelphia International Airport.
Flights to those and other destinations began on Thursday, May 16, and to get folks on planes to celebrate, Frontier is offering flights to these new destinations starting at $59.
Frontier Airlines will fly the new routes
Frontier Airlines issued a press release confirming the new routes and their frequency.
The new flights are:
- Pittsburgh International Airport
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
- Portland International Jetport in Maine (PWM)
- McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, Tennessee
“These five new routes kick off an exciting month for the airline at PHL, with an additional seven routes launching next week,” Frontier said in a release.
| SERVICE TO: | SERVICE START: | SERVICE FREQUENCY: |
| Detroit (DTW) | May 16, 2024 | Daily |
| Milwaukee (MKE) | May 16, 2024 | 3x/week |
| Pittsburgh (PIT) | May 16, 2024 | 2x/daily |
| Portland, Maine (PWM) | May 16, 2024 | 3x/week |
| Knoxville (TYS) | May 16, 2024 | 3x/week |
| Indianapolis (IND) | May 21, 2024 | 3x/week |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) | May 21, 2024 | Daily |
| Chicago O’Hare (ORD) | May 21, 2024 | Daily |
| Columbus (CMH) | May 22, 2024 | 3x/week |
| Kansas City (MCI) | May 22, 2024 | 3x/week |
| Pensacola (PNS) | May 22, 2024 | 3x/week |
| St. Louis (STL) | May 22, 2024 | 4x/week |
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How do I take advantage Frontier Airlines’ $59 offer?
There are a few caveats to be aware of before purchasing a ticket, however.
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“Fares must be purchased by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 31, 2024,” read the terms of the $59 offer. “Fares are valid for non-stop travel on select days of week. Fares are valid for travel June 1, through Sept. 30, 2024.
“The following blackout dates apply: June 28-30, 2024, July. 1-7, 2024; Aug. 30-31, 2024; Sept. 1-3, 2024. 21-day advance purchase is required. Round trip purchase is not required.”
I’m on an extreme budget; any other ways I can save on Frontier flights?
Flyers with a razor-thin budget should check out Frontier Airlines’ flight sales section at the bottom of its website.
Frontier Airlines’ “Discount Den” membership is $59.99. Becoming a member locks in frequent-flyer miles while also allowing your children to fly for free in select days.
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Want to fly-all-summer? Truly frequent flyers may also want to consider Frontier Airlines’ $399 “Go Wild! Summer Pass.”
“Benefits include an unlimited number of flights, access to Frontier’s domestic and international destinations and confirmed bookings the day before flight departure for domestic travel and starting 10 days before flight departure for international travel,” read Frontier Airlines’ summer pass website. “New for 2024, earn miles on all GoWild! eligible purchases. Plus, use your Elite Status for free bags and seats.”
Damon C. Williams covers trending and regional developments for PhillyBurbs.com. Support our journalism with a subscription.