Frontier Opens First Class Reservations, Expands Cabin Transformation With More Extra-Legroom Premium Seats and In-Seat Power
The First bundle includes two checked bags and a carry-on, while the Premium bundle includes a carry-on.
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Frontier Airlines (Nasdaq: ULCC) opened reservations for new First Class seating for travel beginning March 5, 2027, alongside expanded extra-legroom options.
Installation has begun, with completion expected March 5, 2027. The configuration will provide extra legroom throughout the first eight rows, including two-by-two First Class seats in the first two rows. Introductory one-way pricing starts at $90 for the Premium bundle and $129 for the First bundle, subject to availability and booking and travel restrictions. Frontier expects in-seat USB-C power in the first eight rows and previously announced Starlink Wi-Fi to begin rolling out aircraft by aircraft in 2027.
Positive
- Minor pointFirst Class reservations are open for travel beginning March 5, 2027, with First bundles starting at $129 one-way.
- Minor pointExpanded extra-legroom seating is available in Premium bundles with introductory pricing starting at $90 one-way.
Negative
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Seating installation remains in progress, with completion expected March 5, 2027.
- Minor pointIntroductory prices are subject to availability, with purchase required by November 16, 2026, for select travel dates.
Key Figures
- Premium bundle introductory price
- $90 one-way
- Includes extra-legroom seating; promotional terms apply
- First bundle introductory price
- $129 one-way
- Includes First Class seating; promotional terms apply
- First Class seat pitch
- Up to 37 inches
- First two rows
- Extra-legroom seat pitch
- Up to 34 inches
- Rows three through eight
- Seat installation completion
- March 5, 2027
- Expected completion date
- Promotional booking deadline
- November 16, 2026
- Flight and bundle must be purchased by 11:59 pm Eastern time
- Promotional travel period
- March 5, 2027 through April 5, 2027
- Nonstop domestic travel on select days of the week
- In-seat power and Wi-Fi rollout
- Beginning in 2027
- Installation progresses throughout the year
Historical Context
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Announced plans for Starlink onboard Wi-Fi installation beginning in 2027.
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Combined with Starlink Wi-Fi, Frontier is redefining travel by delivering greater comfort, choice and connectivity at an exceptional value
The new seating configuration will offer extra legroom throughout the first eight rows of the aircraft. First Class customers will enjoy spacious seats in a two-by-two configuration with up to 37 inches of pitch, while seats in rows three through eight will offer extra legroom with up to 34 inches of pitch. Reservations for both seating options are available now for travel beginning on March 5, 2027, with introductory pricing starting at
Building on the seating transformation, in-seat power and Starlink Wi-Fi will begin rolling out in 2027, with enhancements becoming available aircraft by aircraft throughout the year.
"We're transforming what customers can expect when they fly Frontier," said Bobby Schroeter, Chief Marketing Officer, Frontier Airlines. "First Class seating, more room to stretch out, in-seat power and fast, reliable Starlink Wi-Fi will bring a new level of comfort and convenience to flying with us. We're continuing to deliver the great value our customers count on, combining more comfort and choice with Frontier's low fares."
The transformed onboard experience will include:
First Class comfort
- Spacious First Class seats in a two-by-two configuration in the first two rows of the cabin, offering more personal space with no middle seats
- Up to 37 inches of seat pitch
- Introductory pricing starting at
one-way* for Frontier's First bundle, which includes seat, two checked bags, a carry-on bag, and Board First priority boarding. Customers are now able to select for flights starting March 5, 2027$129
Extra-legroom seating
- Extra-legroom seating in rows three through eight
- Up to 34 inches of seat pitch
- UpFront Plus seating in select rows, guaranteeing an empty adjacent middle seat
- Introductory pricing starting at
one-way* for Frontier's Premium bundle, which includes seat, a carry-on bag, and Board First priority boarding. Customers are now able to select for flights starting March 5, 2027$90
In-seat power
- In-seat power using USB-C at every seat in the first eight rows, enabling customers to keep their devices charged and stay connected
- Installation beginning in 2027 and progressing throughout the year
High-speed Starlink Wi-Fi
- Fast, reliable connectivity enabling customers to work, browse, stream, and stay connected during their flight
- Installation beginning in 2027 and progressing throughout the year
"Together, these enhancements will give customers more ways to relax, stay productive, and enjoy their time onboard – with the same low fares they expect from Frontier," Schroeter said.
Customers can explore seating options and book now at FlyFrontier.com.
*Introductory pricing details: Subject to availability. Available only for new bookings at FlyFrontier.com and the Frontier mobile app. To receive promotional pricing, flight and bundle must be purchased by 11:59 pm Eastern time on November 16, 2026; for nonstop domestic travel on select days of the week from March 5, 2027 through April 5, 2027; bundle must be purchased at the time of flight purchase. Price is per passenger, per direction. Not all markets are available for all dates of travel. All travel rules will apply, including Frontier Airlines' Contract of Carriage.
About Frontier Airlines:
Frontier Airlines, Inc. (Nasdaq: ULCC) is a premier value airline operating one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the United States. With a growing network and continued investment in product upgrades, including the introduction of Starlink, the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky, First Class seating and enhanced loyalty benefits, Frontier is giving customers more comfort, flexibility, and rewards while keeping fares low.
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When will Frontier Airlines' new First Class seats be available?
Reservations are open for flights beginning March 5, 2027. Installation of First Class and extra-legroom seats has begun, with completion expected on that date.