I flew Frontier Airlines from Atlanta to Newark for $112 round-trip. It wasn't a deal — it was a compromise.

• As a first-time flyer on Frontier Airlines, I was hesitant but hopeful. • The flight to New Jersey was affordable and better than expected, but the seating was uncomfortable. • Frontier is a decent, budget-friendly option for short trips when saving money is a priority.

Desperate times call for desperate measures. In this economy, my desperation to get from Georgia to New Jersey on a budget led me to Frontier Airlines — and I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome.

Frontier has been ranked at the bottom of many lists in terms of comfort. On the other hand, and much to my surprise, WalletHub listed it as the second-safest airline of 2025. With all of the mixed reviews online, I asked the people closest to me about their personal experience before booking my first Frontier flight.