Marks the latest expansion of the airline credit card called Money.com’s “Best for budget travel” in 2024
DENVER, 15 August 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) is partnering with Barclays US Consumer Bank to introduce an exciting new benefit for the FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® Cardmembers. Starting today, primary cardmembers receive two free checked bags on all Frontier Airlines-operated flights*.
Barclays and low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines today announced an exciting new benefit for FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® holders. Starting today, primary cardholders will receive two free checked bags on all Frontier Airlines-operated flights.
“Our cardholders have spoken and we have listened. By introducing free checked baggage, we are enhancing the travel experience for FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard cardholders,” said Bobby SchroeterChief Commercial Officer at Frontier Airlines. “This new benefit, combined with existing perks like instant Elite Gold status and miles that never expire, makes our card a must-have for any traveler looking to maximize value and convenience on every flight.”
“The introduction of free checked baggage reflects Barclays and Frontier’s shared commitment to providing cardholders with valuable rewards and benefits that enhance their travel experience with the airline,” said Doug VilloneHead of Cards and Partnerships at Barclays US Consumer Bank. “We are proud to support Frontier and their mission to provide affordable travel across America and beyond.”
The new checked baggage benefit is an addition to the already extensive list of benefits enjoyed by FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard holders. Recently named Money.com’s 2024 “Best for Budget Travel” airline credit card for the fourth year in a row, the card offers a number of benefits including miles that never expire as long as card membership is maintained, award travel with no blackout dates and a 100 US dollars Flight voucher every year after issue $2,500 or more on purchases. Cardholders also enjoy priority boarding in Zone 2 on Frontier Airlines. Standard card benefit terms and conditions apply.
New FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard cardholders will also receive FRONTIER Miles™ Elite Gold status for 90 days after the first purchase with the card. This status can be extended to 12 months by spending 3,000 US dollars within the first 90 days of membership**. Click here to learn more about card membership benefits and to apply.
Important information about the new checked baggage benefit:
- Tickets must be purchased through FlyFrontier.com or the Frontier Airlines mobile app.
- There is no limit to how often you can use this benefit
- The benefit of free checked baggage includes golf and ski equipment
- Primary cardholders must use their FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard when booking to receive the free checked baggage benefit.
Frontier continues to innovate with its industry-leading frequent flyer program. FRONTIER Miles, This allows customers to get “everything for less.” Members earn miles quickly and are rewarded for every dollar they spend on Frontier products. Miles are earned based on dollars spent with a standard 10x multiplier: 1 dollar = 10 miles, with multipliers increasing up to 20x at each elite level. Elite status offers additional perks such as priority boarding, free seat selection, no change or cancellation fees if changes are made seven days or more before departure, and free bags at Gold, Diamond and Platinum levels. As the airline, FRONTIER Miles is also family-friendly and offers the option to easily pool miles so that families can enjoy rewards together. Participation is free.
*About the checked baggage benefit for cardholders:
The primary cardholder of the FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard is eligible for 2 free checked bags on Frontier Airlines operated flights. Authorized users are not eligible for the free checked bag benefit. All ticket purchases (original and exchange) must be made using your FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard directly with Frontier Airlines (FlyFrontier.com or the Frontier Airlines Mobile App) to qualify. Tickets purchased through third parties (e.g. ID90 Travel, travel agents, etc.) are not eligible. Primary cardholders must provide their FRONTIER Miles Program account number linked to the card account with their reservations prior to check-in. They must be the current primary cardholder at check-in to be eligible. Offer is not valid on codeshare flight segments operated by Frontier Airlines and marketed by other airline partners. Primary cardholders who receive a free checked bag benefit based on a membership bag allowance are not entitled to more than two (2) free checked bags in total. Applicable overweight and excess baggage fees apply. For more information on Frontier Airlines’ baggage policy, visit flyfrontier.com/travel/travel-info/bag-options.
**About Elite Gold status for new cardholders:
You will receive instant Elite Gold status (“Elite Gold”) after your first purchase, less credits, refunds and adjustments (“Net Purchases”), with a transaction date within the first 90 days of opening the new Card Account, is posted to your account. Elite Gold will be awarded 3-4 business days after the first Net Purchase is posted. To retain Elite Gold for 12 months from the Card Account opening date, you must also spend: three thousand dollars ($3,000) in net purchases with transaction data in the first 90 days after opening the new card account. If you meet your first net purchase requirement but do not meet the 3,000 US dollars Net purchases required, your Elite Gold expires 90 days after opening the new card account. If you credit-worthiness During this promotional period, there may be actions on your account, such as a credit line reduction, that would limit your ability to take advantage of this offer. To maintain Elite Gold status with Frontier Airlines for the promotional period, you must activate your Frontier Miles account and Frontier Airlines World Elite MasterCard Account must be open, active and in good standing at the time of fulfillment. Status will be awarded to the Frontier Miles account linked to your Frontier Airlines World Elite account. MasterCard Account. Frontier Airlines will provide your Frontier Miles account to Barclays using the information you provided in your account application.
About Frontier Airlines:
Frontier Airlines, Inc., a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC), is obliged to “Low tariffs – done right.” Headquarters in Denver, ColoradoThe company operates 148 A320 Family aircraft and has the largest A320neo Family fleet in the USThe use of these aircraft, as well as Frontier’s high-density seating configuration and weight-saving initiatives, have helped Frontier remain the most fuel-efficient of all major US. Carrier, measured at ASM per gallon of fuel consumed. With nearly 200 new Airbus aircraft on order, Frontier will continue to grow to meet its mission of providing affordable travel across America and beyond.
About Barclays US Consumer Bank
Barclays US Consumer Bank is a leading co-branded credit card issuer and financial services partner in the United States The company creates highly customized programs to encourage customer loyalty and retention for some of the nation’s most successful travel, entertainment, retail and affinity institutions. The bank offers co-branded, small business and private label credit cards, installment loans, online savings accounts and CDs. For more information, visit www.BarclaysUS.com.
SOURCE: Barclays US Consumer Bank; Frontier Airlines
