Can you avoid fees on Spirit Airlines?
Go Deeper.
Create an account or log in to save stories.
Like this?
Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.
Spirit Airlines begins flying out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport this summer. This week it's advertising flights from Minneapolis to Chicago or Las Vegas for about 29-dollars.
Sounds like a pretty good deal, right?
The carrier is known for its rock-bottom flight prices, but an advertised fare is not always the full price a customer ends up paying. The airline charges extra for nearly everything, except your actual seat. Washington Post travel reporter Andrea Sachs recently flew on Spirit Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Ft. Lauderdale.
Cathy Wurzer talks with Andrea Sachs about her experience and the tips she learned for getting the best deal.
Support Local News
When breaking news happens, MPR News provides the context you need. Help us meet the significant demands of these newsgathering efforts.