Simulation of the new first class seats. Photo: Frontier Airlines The American airline Frontier Airlines is expanding its flight services and introducing a significant change in the cabin configuration: for the first time, the company will offer first class, along with increasing the number of seats with improved legroom and adding charging and connectivity options during the flight.
The company opened orders for the new first class seats on November 10, 2026, which will be available for flights starting March 5, 2027. At the same time, installation of the new seats on the aircraft began, with the fleet change planned to be completed by that date.
The new seating configuration will include the first eight rows of the aircraft with increased legroom. The first two rows will feature first class seats in a 2-2 configuration, with no middle seat, and up to 37 inches of seat pitch.
In rows 3–8, Premium seats with up to 34 inches of legroom will be offered. Some rows will also offer an UpFront Plus option, which includes an adjacent, available middle seat.
Launch prices start at $129 one-way for the First package, which includes a first-class seat, two checked bags, a check-in bag and early boarding. The Premium package, which includes a spacious seat, a check-in bag and early boarding, will be offered at a starting price of $90 one-way.
Starlink Internet. Photo: ShutterstockThe upgrades won't just be about the seats. By 2027, Frontier plans to install USB-C outlets in all seats in the first eight rows, so passengers can charge their personal devices during the flight.
In addition, the company will begin deploying high-speed Starlink satellite internet service on its aircraft, which will allow for browsing, working and streaming content during the flight. The installation of the charging and internet systems will be carried out gradually throughout 2027, aircraft by aircraft.
Bobby Schroeter, Frontier's VP of Marketing, said the changes are designed to offer passengers a higher level of comfort and flexibility, while maintaining the company's low-cost model. He said the combination of first class, improved legroom, personal charging and high-speed internet is transforming the flying experience offered by the company.
Frontier Airlines. Photo: ShuttersrockThe introductory prices for First and Premium packages are subject to availability and are for new orders on the company's website and app. To benefit from the discounted price, the order must be placed by November 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.
Prices are valid for select direct domestic flights, on select days, between March 5 and April 5, 2027. The price is per passenger, one way, and the package must be purchased at the time of flight booking.
The move joins other changes that Frontier is promoting in its service products, in an attempt to offer more options to passengers and improve the flight experience, while maintaining its positioning as an airline focused on low prices.
In parallel with the launch of First Class, Frontier Airlines continues to expand the range of services it offers passengers and gradually change the flying experience with the low-cost carrier.
In recent months, the company has announced a new service that allows passengers to cancel flights for any reason, as well as expanding its international operations with new direct routes to South America. The moves indicate the company's attempt to offer a more flexible and diverse flight experience, while maintaining its low-cost model.