Frontier Airlines Enhances Frontier Miles, Making Elite Diamond Status Even Easier to Reach and Enabling Cardmembers to Earn More Miles

DENVER - Aug. 27, 2026 - Members of Frontier Miles, the most rewarding loyalty program in the sky, can now achieve Elite Diamond Status faster, unlocking exciting perks like free checked bags, seat upgrades, and unlimited companion travel on Frontier Airlines ( Nasdaq: ULCC ). Frontier Miles members will earn miles and points at new rates for tickets purchased on or after September 1, 2026, and Frontier Airlines World Mastercard cardmembers will now earn even more when purchasing an Economy, Premium or Business bundle. Frontier is also enhancing its elite benefits for 2027 and introducing new Milestone Rewards.

"With new earning opportunities, enhanced elite benefits, and a faster path to Elite Diamond, there has never been a better time to be a member of Frontier Miles and to have a Frontier Airlines World Mastercard," said James Fenner, Vice President of Revenue and Loyalty, Frontier Airlines. "In addition to the introduction of First Class seating and Starlink, the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky, these enhancements to Frontier Miles demonstrate Frontier's commitment to rewarding our loyal customers and cardmembers."

New earn rates for miles and points, with cardmembers earning more miles

For tickets purchased starting Sep. 1, Frontier Miles members will earn more miles and Elite Status points when purchasing an Economy, Premium or Business Bundle. Frontier Airlines World Mastercard cardmembers with Elite Diamond status will earn 22 miles and Elite Status points per dollar spent. In addition to the earn rates listed below, select cardmembers who make eligible Frontier purchases with their Frontier Airlines World Mastercard will earn an additional 5X miles and 1X Elite Status point per dollar spent. Miles and points accrual may vary by card type. Cardmembers can refer to their Barclays Cardmember Reward Rules for more information about the rewards associated with their account.

Earn Elite Diamond faster

Frontier has lowered the threshold for attaining Elite Diamond Status from 100,000 to 75,000 points, effective immediately, enabling Frontier Miles members to achieve the program's top tier more quickly. 2026 qualification thresholds for earning Elite Silver, Gold, or Platinum for the 2027 Elite year remain unchanged.

New and enhanced Elite benefits for 2027

Frontier Miles members will also enjoy more rewards, benefits, and opportunities to be recognized as they progress through each Elite Status tier next year. Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, members will unlock an enhanced suite of Elite Status benefits.

Elite Silver at 15,000 points

· NEW: Seat upgrades to UpFront Plus or First Class four hours before departure when you buy an Economy or Premium bundle*

· NEW: Complimentary upgrades to preferred seating when you buy an Economy bundle*

· Group 4 boarding

· Priority customer care

· Family pooling

Elite Gold at 25,000 points

All of the above, plus:

· NEW: Complimentary upgrades to UpFront Plus or First Class eight hours before departure when you buy an Economy or Premium bundle*

· NEW: Complimentary upgrades to premium seating when you buy an Economy bundle*

· Carry-on bag

· Group 1 boarding

Elite Platinum at 50,000 points

All of the above, plus:

· NEW: Complimentary upgrades to UpFront Plus or First Class 18 hours before departure when you buy an Economy or Premium bundle*

· NEW: Complimentary upgrades to premium seating for each person on your booking when you buy an Economy bundle*

· Carry-on bag for each traveler on your booking

· Pet-in-cabin fee waived

· ENHANCED: One checked bag up to 50 lbs. for each person on your booking

· UPDATED: Two companion travel certificates (terms apply)

Elite Diamond at 75,000 points

All of the above, plus:

· NEW: Complimentary upgrades to UpFront Plus or First Class 24 hours before departure when you buy an Economy or Premium bundle*

· ENHANCED: An additional checked bag (two total) up to 50 lbs. for each person on your booking

· Unlimited companion travel (terms apply)

· Preboarding

As a further enhancement for the 2027 program year, Frontier will be adding Milestone Rewards, where Frontier Miles elite members at each tier will be able to select additional perks and rewards on top of the Elite Status Benefits above. Details of Milestone Rewards will be announced as 2027 approaches.

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* Subject to availability.