Frontier's summertime deal appears to be in response to Southwest Airlines, which recently announced it will start charging for checked bags.

Frontier Airlines is also making major upgrades including UpFront Plus seating, which offers extra legroom and a guaranteed empty middle seat. Soon, top customers will enjoy unlimited free companion travel, and by late 2025, First Class seating will be available on all flights, keeping comfort high and prices low.

On March 18, the airline announced low fares, free checked bags and free flight changes. Frontier seized the opportunity after Southwest discontinued its long-standing free checke