Canceling a Frontier Airlines ticket can come with certain fees, depending on the type of fare you purchased and the timing of your cancellation. For most Basic and Standard fares, Frontier charges a $99 cancellation fee per passenger, per direction. This fee is non-refundable and applies even if the ticket cost is less than the cancellation fee itself. For example, if your ticket was $80 and you choose to cancel it outside the risk-free cancellation window, you would forfeit the entire ticket cost. Frontier's cancellation policy is stricter for its lowest-cost fares, so it’s important to be aware of these fees before booking if your travel plans are uncertain.

However, Frontier does offer some flexibility for those who purchase one of their bundled fare options, such as Economy, Premium, or Business bundles. These bundled fares generally include added benefits, including the ability to cancel your flight without paying a fee. In addition, Frontier's frequent flyer program members with Elite status may also qualify for waived cancellation fees, provided they cancel the ticket at least seven days before the scheduled departure. The cancellation process in these cases is much more customer-friendly, allowing travelers to keep the full value of their ticket as credit toward a future flight.

There is also a risk-free cancellation period that applies to all passengers, regardless of fare type. If you cancel a reservation within 24 hours of booking and your flight is scheduled to depart at least seven days later, you are eligible for a full refund to your original form of payment. This 24-hour policy is in place to help travelers who make an immediate change of plans or booking errors. Beyond this time frame, if you cancel a ticket and do not qualify for a full refund, you will usually receive the remaining value of your ticket in the form of a Frontier travel credit. This credit is issued after deducting the $99 cancellation fee and any other applicable charges and is valid for use up to one year from the date it was issued.

In summary, canceling a Frontier Airlines ticket can cost up to $99 per passenger depending on the fare and circumstances. While bundled fares and elite members enjoy more lenient policies, standard fare travelers should be prepared to pay the full cancellation fee. Being informed about your fare type and the timing of your cancellation is essential to minimizing costs and making the most of Frontier’s cancellation options.