1. How the Frontier GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Pass Works
Frontier Airlines created the GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Pass as a subscription that lets travelers book unlimited flights on eligible seats throughout Frontier's domestic and international route network.
Instead of paying fluctuating commercial airfare ($150–$350+), passholders pay a base fare of exactly $0.01 plus mandatory airport facility fees and federal transportation taxes. On domestic non-stop routes, this comes out to approximately $15.11 one-way.
GoWild seats are capacity controlled. Frontier does not guarantee that every seat on every flight is available for GoWild booking. That is why GWP Routes was engineered: to scan multiple departure hubs and destinations in real-time so you never miss an available seat.
2. The Booking Windows: Domestic vs. International
Understanding Frontier's booking windows is the difference between snagging a $15 flight and watching seats sell out:
- Domestic U.S. Flights: Seats open at 12:01 AM the day prior to departure in the departure city's local timezone. For example, if you want to fly out of Chicago on Saturday afternoon, booking opens Thursday night going into Friday at 12:01 AM CT.
- International Flights (Mexico, Caribbean, Central America): Passholders can book up to 10 days in advance. This extended window gives you plenty of time to arrange lodging in Cancún, San Juan, Punta Cana, or Montego Bay.
- Promotional Early Booking Windows: Frontier periodically runs special promotions (e.g. "GoWild Early Access") allowing passholders to reserve select travel dates weeks or months ahead for a small surcharge ($20–$30).
3. The $15.11 Fee Breakdown: Where Does Your Money Go?
Passholders often wonder: "If the flight is advertised as $0.01, why do I pay $15.11?" The answer is federal law. Airlines cannot waive mandatory government security fees and airport facility charges:
| Charge Description | Who Collects It | Standard Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier Base Airfare | Frontier Airlines | $0.01 |
| September 11th Security Fee | TSA (Federal Government) | $5.60 |
| Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) | Local Departure Airport | $4.50 |
| Domestic Flight Segment Tax | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) | $5.00 |
| Total Domestic One-Way Cost | Paid at Booking | $15.11 |
On international flights (e.g., to Cancún or Punta Cana), foreign departure taxes, customs inspection fees, and tourism charges typically bring the total out-of-pocket cost to between $35 and $85 one-way.
4. Booking Multiple Flights in a Single Day (Split Ticketing)
One of the most powerful and lesser-known perks of the GoWild Pass is multi-segment booking. Frontier Airlines officially permits passholders to book multiple separate one-way tickets on the same calendar day, as long as the flight times do not overlap.
This unlocks two game-changing travel opportunities:
Want to fly from Raleigh (RDU) to Las Vegas (LAS), but no direct GoWild seats are left? Book RDU ➔ Denver (DEN) for $15.11, then book a separate DEN ➔ LAS flight for $15.11. For $30.22, you reach your destination smoothly.
Fly out in the morning from Orlando (MCO) to Miami (MIA) or Atlanta (ATL), explore the city for 6 to 8 hours, and fly back that evening. GWP Routes automatically calculates ground exploration time for same-day day trips!
5. Baggage Policies & Personal Item Packing
Frontier is an ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC), which means unbundled pricing. Your $15.11 GoWild ticket includes:
- Included Free: 1 personal item measuring up to 14" x 18" x 8" (backpack, tote, laptop bag) that fits under the seat.
- Extra Cost: Standard overhead carry-on bags and checked luggage ($40–$65+ each way).
- Elite Status Perk: If you hold Frontier Miles Elite 20K or higher status (often available via status matching from other airline or hotel programs), you get a FREE carry-on bag and complimentary seat assignment on every GoWild flight!
Frequently Asked Questions — GoWild Pass
When exactly does the Frontier GoWild 24-hour booking window open?
For domestic U.S. flights, GoWild! seats open at 12:01 AM the day before departure in the departure airport's local timezone. For example, a flight leaving Denver on Friday becomes bookable at 12:01 AM Mountain Time on Thursday.
Why do Frontier GoWild flights cost $15.11 instead of $0.01?
Frontier charges a literal 1-cent ($0.01) base airfare. The remaining $15.10 consists of mandatory government charges: $5.60 September 11th Security Fee, $4.50 Passenger Facility Charge (PFC), and $5.00 Domestic Flight Segment Tax. Frontier does not pocket any of this fee.
Can I book multiple Frontier GoWild flights in a single day?
Yes! Frontier allows passholders to book multiple separate one-way flight segments on the same day as long as the departure and arrival times do not physically overlap. This allows passholders to self-connect through major hubs like Denver (DEN) or Orlando (MCO) to reach cities with no direct service.
What happens if a GoWild flight gets delayed or cancelled?
GoWild pass tickets are subject to Frontier's standard Contract of Carriage. If Frontier cancels a flight or makes a significant schedule change, passholders are entitled to rebooking on the next available Frontier flight or a refund of the $15.11 taxes paid.
Can I bring luggage with a GoWild Pass?
GoWild Pass redemptions include one free personal item measuring up to 14 x 18 x 8 inches that must fit underneath the seat in front of you. Carry-on bags and checked luggage require paying Frontier's standard bag fees unless you hold Frontier Miles Elite status.