", "Quick and easy boarding and departing. There were no power outlets, and we were never offered headphones, eye masks or ear plugs. While reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website, Funjet Vacations does not assume responsibility for any errors or omissions. Both are around 25 mi from the grounds of Mount Vernon. I had to use them to book travel arrangements for my friend's wedding near Cancun, Mexico. For more information about reviews on ConsumerAffairs.com please visit our We have followed up with our team! I booked a trip and spent over $3k on it through a travel agent and ended up having to cancel due to Covid. Initial service included four direct flights a week to Denver with 128-seat Airbus A318s, replaced within weeks with larger Airbus A319 jets. ", "Food. Functional seat. In 1985 USAir (later renamed US Airways) added McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30 and British Aircraft Corporation BAC One-Eleven jets from Pittsburgh and Washington, DC Dulles Airport and by late 1989 these flights were the only jet service at the airport. Shop Now Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet Five car rental agencies can be found at the airport: Hertz, National, Enterprise, Avis and Budget.[33]. TSA really under staffed. I really thought the staff/crew were great. US Airways Express (replaced later by American Eagle following the merger of American Airlines and US Airways) later served Philadelphia and Charlotte from the airport. ", "Ticket prices are always the best. Abdi.!! ", "Everything especially the snacks and in flight entertainment. They then told me that I could not use my travel credit for a flight only and that I need to book a car or hotel which I didn't need. He was in the hospital/rehab for 45 days and doctor said he will not be able to travel in Sept. Funjet refused to refund me. ", "The entire crew we're so accommodating and Robin was hilarious, made the hassle of traveling enjoyable and entertaining. We received three additional alerts making our total wait time at the airport 5 hours before we could approach the gate and board the aircraft. I didnt want to bother anyone to ask how to shut it off so I just put up with it. The entertainment was mediocre. I felt like I was in a closet. For a tropical family escape, the West Indies is always a fan favorite. An on time flight would be nice. Take Advantage of Gateway Exchange Having trouble finding Exclusive Nonstop Vacation Flights from your preferred departure ariport? ", "Seats arent that comfortable and dont recline even a bit, tray table is small. Initially, they said yes but every other contact since has been no. Come to find out, my credit was put towards a "new reservation" for the bride. Best flight experience in ages! The next day, the bags showed up for the 3 people I was traveling with. ", "They need to raise the temp on these planes. ", "The flight was delayed at take off and at deplaning and we were never told why or even that we were delayed. Our flight was delayed, but only by half an hour. I booked through Funjet a vacation to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? More information on bags.NOTE: Bagmust be no larger than 14X18x8 and fit under the seat in front of you. Ran out of snacks and beverage service. Very tough on us 75+ crowd.We don't get much time from urge to crisis. When I asked travel agent I was told I would only be charged 1 nights hotel fee and receive a credit from airline. The audio over the PA system was difficult to decipher much of the time. Plane left on time and arrived early. Booked an all-inclusive vacation with Funjet to Cabo Mexico out of STL with travel insurance thru TripMate. ", "If you dont have TSA precheck.get itlifesaver", "Allegiant plays games with seating to try to milk more money from passengers. This airline also charges for carry-ons. When American airways changed the flight from 3.30 to 3.25, the 3rd party company failed to file for our updated itinerary so British air/American air bumped us to the next flight at 9.20pm. Whether you want to sit close to your party, have a little extra legroom with stretch seating, get a nice view from a window, or have a faster exit off the plane, youll be glad you selected your seat ahead of time. ", This page was last edited on 28 February 2023, at 00:13. Refused to allow me to request my seat ahead of time to try and charge a $50 fee for an upgraded seat, even though by purchasing a ticket, I am guaranteed a seat on the plane. A new three-level parking garage opened in June 2007. Seats were comfortable enough. Thanks, Jet Blue. Plane was very dirty because it just keeps on hopping back and forth without any cleaning service it seems", "Didnt leave on time. Flight attendants were miserable. Not to exceed 62 linear inches (L+W+D) or weigh more than 40 lbs. If it doesn't, I will forfeit as the aggravation and nasty behaviour at the check in counter especially at LaGuardia is too much to take. The only thing I didn't like was that I'd wanted to book a return direct flight on American Airlines as well, but the price skyrocketed from a few hundred to over $2200, which is just outrageous, so I booked TAP Portugal instead. Food and entertainment were a little lacking but for a 3 hour flight it was more than acceptable. 8 years ago Save I would arrive at least 3 hours prior if you want seats together. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Purchase your carry-on before hand - you'll save and skip the check-in line! I've been flying on jetblue frequently lately and that's my only issue. ", "Great service. ;)", "Friendly staff and crew. 4. In May 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Delta suspended its thrice daily service to Atlanta. BUT the check-in crew should have that information and should be able to communicate (approximate) wait times to us. ", "The seats are too narrow with little leg room. Do not waste your money on this awful company. Is there an option to prepay for seats? For information on how to locate your confirmation code visit our confirmation code instructions page. We fly Frontier to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? The package included a direct chartered flight on Viva Aerobus. ", "Excellent leg room in standard seating. DO NOT USE FUNJET!!!! Then at one point the delay changed to 3 hours. I will be suing in small claims court. The first class dragon forbade access to anyone but 1st class and the rear bathrooms were blockaded bt workers handing out drinks. ", "Arrived 1 hour and 10 min before take off and American Airlines didnt let us check in. ", "The seats are not very comfortable but luckily most of the flights are not too long. The airline will begin with flights to Orlando and Fort Lauderdale in October 2022. We just sat there", "New plane, very comfortable. After not receiving a credit I called Southwest Airlines and was told I should receive a credit from FUNJET. It's discrimination and it's not okay. The problem is Funjet did not offer any (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? ", "Smooth flight with great service. Maintain or replace audio equipment if necessary to help improve quality of audio messaging in all boarding areas. Because of the long wait, it would have been nice to have been offered a snack in addition to the beverage that was served during the flight. ). PICK A TOPIC FOR MORE INFORMATION International Travel Security & Customs Secure Flight ", "I have been flying American Airlines for years and never had a big issue. Rick and Atlantic provide flight instruction schools, and jet fuel services to private and commercial airplanes. Thanks everyone! First know, all airlines have different fare classes, often times people will talk about the basic fare classes being F, J, or Y. We recommend being at the gate well ahead of your flight. ", "Better meal options but I believe it was limited because the flight was so short. ". Even if we beg them as we were going to Paris to spend Xmas with our family. ", "The cabin attendants were mostly cheerful", "This will be my last flight on American. Prices are higher at check-in and at the airport. Frontier remains committed to ensuring that the Sky is for Everyone. ", "Delays. ", "Smooth boarding process. I talked to a very rude Funjet customer service agent and was told they do not honor the airlines cancelation policy and I was out of luck since I booked through them. This is absolutely unreasonable and inexcusable made even worse that we had already had a very long journey from Milan to JFK with two small children. My 6'5" son and I (5/10") were extremely cramped on the Delta flight, having to sit side ways in the seat for almost 3 hours. See Prices. If you need some extra help with the check-in process, our customer service agents are always available to help you with traditional counter check-in, available in all airports. It is a subsidiary of IndiGo Partners, which also controls JetSMART, Volaris, and Wizz Air. The airport launched an expansion effort in the early 21st century. You can pay to pick where you sit. I bought my ticket from this agent I so called (friend). Seating in immediate gate area was not comfortable. ", "The crew were professional and courteous", "The fight was delayed multiple times, starting at a 5:44 takeoff and finally taking off around 9:15. I would arrive at least 3 hours prior if you want seats together. 2 hours before the flightArrive at the airport, 60 minutes before the flightBe checked in with boarding pass, 30 minutes before the flight Be at your gate. Report inappropriate content Calmjohn Leavenworth, Kansas Destination Expert for Riviera Nayarit, Nuevo Vallarta Level Contributor 4,793 posts 260 reviews 611 helpful votes 4. In 2020, additional administrative staff members were laid off from positions due to declining revenue and impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have a group of 10 or more guests, please contact 844-986-1097 Monday-Friday between 9AM and 7PM EST. Thanks kayak. You can also retrieve your reservations and access any saved vacations. Give free blankets or put a warning on the boarding pass saying that you will freeze. Remember, your gate assignment and departure time could change due to operational requirements. This is totally unacceptable and explains why the reviews and ratings for these companies are so low. 3. Great curbside service to quickly check our bags. Flight status is not available at this time, please check back later. TVs dont work. But I was luck that that people that were sitting with me were great. You cant get a hold of them and when you do you are on hold or they dont call you back. Checked Bags We'll carry it for you. That success was repeated in 1986.[17]. Hotel management said they never heard of these costs!!!! When we finally landed. ", "Terrible online check in process 10 hour delay! Fare was $111 compared to around $375 to Orlando. Improve seating in the waiting areas near all Delta gates. They are also every discriminatory at that airport also, especially the people who work at JetBlue. There are a few things to keep in mind. "Airport gets a face-lift. The price was outstanding since I went with the Black Friday special. When I asked them about it, they shrugged. Because there was a long delay, the ticket agents supplied free sandwiches, drinks, salads, and coloring books and tried to engage the waiting passengers with games. Not to exceed 62 linear inches (L+W+D) or weigh more than 40 lbs. I was trying to sleep and was NOT pleased. Especially for just two and two together. ", "This A320 aircraft departed LGA with the first class toilet inoperative. ", "Left on time, arrived early, the service and the food was great. LIke I said, my kids have been seated without me, but they travel good, so not a big deal for us. Contact Information 777 E Atlantic Ave Delray Beach, FL 33483-5360 Visit Website (888) 558-6654 Average of 26 Customer Reviews Related Categories Travel Services Business Details Location of This. Made for a last minute headache during checkin. Delta service with Airbus A320s began later in the year and in 2012 Delta replaced its early morning Bombardier CRJ900 regional jet departure to Atlanta with mainline McDonnell Douglas MD-80 service. You must have your printed boarding pass in hand and have any bags checked in by the below cutoff times before departure: NOTE: Mobile and Web check-in ends 60 minutes prior to departure. They harmed me $200 and gave me vouchers. It's not realistic to expect customers to stay loyal to an airline that prices them out. Unsubscribe easily. WTF. ", "Friendly and responsive flight attendants, one of few direct flights so definitely a plus", "Lack of communication from the gate and flight deck about a delay before we left MSP. The year 2010 was its best ever, with about 1.063 million passengers. so when I went to book a trip only a month after the credits expired, I wasnt able to. The flight was suppose to leave 9:00pm.. we didn't leave til 9:40.. I had to change airports in NYC with a 7-hr layover while they could've flown me to JFK (there was available flights). ", "Plane was old and uncomfortable. Weather reports and emergency alerts were broadcast on radio stations and weather frequencies during severe weather directly from the NWS office located at the airport. They are liars and thieves. I was only allowed to transfer the credit due to a one time exception because I gave them a bad review on social media. This airline has been moved to the bottom of my list. I decided to cancel instead of sending those without covid. I hope to fly with this crew again someday. While that's the fault of Sun Country, it was very unpleasant. I have had my 5 and 7 year olds split from us for a 24 hour (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? "Identity problem with Patrick Henry name has a certain mystique". If no one else can do it prior either, you have good chances. ", "Flight was delayed by almost an hour Because all flights were delayed, the waiting area was crowded. the connections can be offered in a much better and time efficient way but they were not. I expected more from American since our 2hr flight from Orlando to JFK had working WiFi, power outlets and in-seat video monitors. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. ", "The flight and crew were great. Find cheap tickets to anywhere in Virginia from anywhere in United States. ", "The professionalism of the crew while still having a good time and making it a great experience. Awesome. Now we may use kayak to see all the options but I cant booking directly with kayak anymore after this complete disaster. Frontier Airlines began nonstop service from Newport News in 2010 as the airport was finishing a $23 million renovation. There were no compensation of the inconvenience it cause the customers. I was trying to read and would have preferred that it was dark. ", "Had to pick up gate-checked bag at carousel. By the time we got through security and to the gate the flight was now delayed over 4 hours. More information on, At the airport using self-service kiosks in many airports, Passenger names as it appears in your reservation, 45 minutes before your departure for domestic flights, 60 minutes before your departure for international flights. It was a nightmare. Am a frequent flier and this is an airline I hope to travel on again very soon! The airport was originally named Patrick Henry Airport, its code PHF representing Patrick Henry Field. Spent $1600 in one day to make it to my destination. ", "Snacks were good. DO NOT USE THEM! ", "Too many passengers, crazy lines and the food not great. Boarding was 2 hours late, and yet flight was still showing as on time. Sign up to receive our free weekly newsletter. ", "First Allegiant flight, so I did not realize the 40 lb bag limit. I'm honestly shocked that you use them considering your a creditable company. See about", "They didn't tell me they shut down their computers 45mins before the flight. Re: Frontier charter through Funjet-seating for family? In fact, the facial tissue was empty at beginning of flight. In fact, while I was getting my bag checked at the gate, the Gate CSR noted that there was an aisle seat available and asked if I wanted to move from a middle seat to the aisle. I was issued credits from Funjet and the agent failed to tell me that they expired (why do travel credits even expire when its YOUR money that wasnt used???) Delta has announced no plans to restore the flights. New director faces old airport challenge Daily Press Jan.20,1984, Work begins on airport industrial park Daily Press March 15, 1985. It happens. Flight left on time and landed early. They should not be allowed to do business, as they are an unfair and shady company that is a total scam!! ", "Great direct flight to many destinations smaller airports less wait time", "It was raining when we landed and we were told the guy didn't want to come out in the rain to open the door so we were stuck on the plane for a while. The White House is about 26 miles from the airport in a rental car (33m). Frontier refunded our money to them and they wont pay us back. I have filed a complaint with the BBB, FTC, and AG and am hoping someone can actually do something to help me. I feel that Sun Country is extreme in allowing only one bag that fits under the seat. Virginia is the home of two NASCAR tracks. On time. ", "American is the worst. The captain had good communication with the passengers to keep us informed. [2] The loss of dominant air carrier AirTran in 2012 and competition from low-cost airlines at Richmond International Airport have led to more than a 60% reduction in the annual number of passengers at PHF since 2011. I have never been so frustrated and upset in my life. Very irresponsible of the crew and members, which werent working on the flight", "Three hour wait on plane due to maintenance issue. I don't think a more uncomfortable airline seat could possibly be invented. It will put you close, but tickets may be more expensive than flying to Washington Dulles International Airport. - pay for bags in advance, Try to weigh your checked bags before the airport, Bring snacks or drink on flight - otherwise you have to pay for it. Funjet Vacations materials (including, but not limited to, names, trademark, service marks, logos, marketing materials, etc.) Thank you All steps from ticketing to the trip were easy & smooth. Also, at the bottom of the reservation it said I would have to pay an additional $248 per room in fees to the hotel. I love the small airports, no lines , easy parking! Sat at the gate for 2 hours after my flight was ALREADY delayed because they didn't load our luggage under the plane correctly and it wasn't safe to fly. Concourse A is designed with a full-service . I recently reserved 3 rooms for our family vacation through a travel agent. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. There are a few things you should know. The seats were so small and tight and then we had to get off the plane and take all of our belongings and waited another 3 hours to get back on the plane after they had told us something was wrong with the plane. They owe us money because we couldnt get on our flight so we had to go out later on a different airline. If you haven't already purchased a seat, we recommend you choose one at check-in. When are guys going and are you flying out of STL or Kansas City? ", "really love the seats the crew was awesome! they should of let us off the plane during this time. So far every flight taken by JetBlue this year has been late. 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", "Increased cost of luggage, snacks , and perhaps a little more info about the flight delay", "Our flight said on time until five minutes before we were suppose to take off, when they made an announcement we would be two hours delayed and the screen hadnt updated When we finally got in the seats were broken - some did not recline and the tv controls were busted and TVs did not turn off. ", "It's comfortable and the staff is friendly", "They have cheezits and leg room and it's a quick direct flight", "Male flight attendant seemed annoyed to be there. ", "After there was a problem with the plane once we had boarded, they were able to switch us to another plane at another gate. A flight to Norfolk International Airport will put you minutes away from the most famous beach in the state, Virginia Beach. Save 22% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search, Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees, Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more, Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel, Best round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours. Confirm policies on booking site. The middle seat was empty. Then they took forever once they started. ", "Would highly recommend the connection and the Allegiant jet was a fairly new Airbus, very comfortable. I've always flown SW and did online check-in 24 hrs prior to get seating status (A,B,C). It was delayed in 30 min increments, which made it hard to do anything else around the airport since I was constantly in a state of "about to board." As of 2011[update], the airport was the third fastest-growing airport in the United States and the 118th largest airport. Beloved for its crystal-clear blue waters, gorgeous stretches of white sand beaches and abundance of diverse wildlife, the Caribbean is an unmissable destination for travelers of all ages. ", "Crew was great and handled the delay well. Hundred percent a company all about customer service", "Jetblue is just amazing, lots of smiles, tv, free fast WiFi , free snacks and drinks ! I definitely do not feel like a valued customer. Overpriced everything! Obviously, I like the newer planes and hope that the fleet will eventually be replaced entirely. ", "Because our first flight was delayed so much, we missed our connecting flight and our rebooked connecting flight (made while on the phone while waiting for several hours on the tarmac) and didn't make it to our final destination until the morning of 6/23 (first flight was 6/21 and was supposed to arrive morning of 6/22). It took forever to get off the plane but I was so happy to get off", "Voice of female announcer at gate--too loud and did not speak clearly=just annoying, not informational. Fold down table was broken. KAYAKs flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a given destination and date is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. Customer service should have trumped their rules in this instance. Copyright 2022 Consumers Unified LLC. I never again i would took Delta because I call a day before my departure to see if they would help me changing my flight by morning and they couldnt they told me that i have to pay $300 dollars. Frontier operates as an ultra-low-cost carrier with competitive prices and direct single-leg trips. This company does not keep its word and clearly does not train its employees to do anything but lie. Might be platform thing as we have Apple devices; woman next to us seemed to have nomorobkem with PC. The passenger count was down slightly in 2011, with about 1.059 million passengers.[22]. ", "Please reduce your delays - again we took off with more than an hour delay and by definition you are responsible of that disagreement, you are the company I am paying for the service.", "See Below.. Inflight WiFi Entertainment Options", "Flight was delayed hour due to missing crew. I have not received a dime for my missing bag. [14] Blankenship implemented a strategic plan of developing a business park named Patrick Henry Commerce Center[15] and a marketing campaign to attract air carriers. By registering with Funjet Vacations, you will receive weekly e-mails that will keep you updated on new specials and hot deals. I feel like the crew is kind and helpful. Night and day vs American", "The fact my flight was delayed three timesFirst delta said it was technical(mechanical) issues then sis it was the weather then said it was mechanical issues due to the weather. The rest of the flight was quiet, uneventful, and pleasant in part due to their good nature. The airport became Patrick Henry International Airport in 1975. Pilot kept stating he thought it would be resolved in 15-20 minute. To start, simply enter your confirmation code, scan your confirmation, or swipe your credit card, ID, or passport. The flight depart near 3 hours later for lame reasons. Glad there are cut-rate airlines out there as an option, but I won't be flying them any more than necessary. But I was not able to choose my seat because I purchased an economy flight. In January 2013, Mid Atlantic Aviation was also located at the airport, as well as Epix Aviation. ", "Flight was very late. 10"D x 16"W x 24"H. Max weight: 34 lbs. Unsubscribe easily. The turbulence was scary and the noise made me put on headphones to sleep. The cheapest ticket to Virginia from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $22 one-way, and $74 round-trip. Having flown Frontier numerous times, a 2 and 6 year old, will be seated with at least one parent..Normally on charters, you will be at the rear of the aircraft..Before stretch seating, children and parents were at the front of the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? there was no choice of movie because there was only the screen in the isle. There is still a lump of money that they made me pay that is unaccounted for, and they refuse to give me detailed receipts of everything. ", "Cabin crew was very helpful and polite. Clean plane. Get To Know Us. Dear pocket back was falling off and my tray table was cracked and leaned towards one direction. That's all :)", "We were almost 20 minutes late arriving in Ft. Meyers and there were at least six babies or toddlers who screamed for the entire 3 hour flight. This was my first flight on JetBlue and I was impressed with the selection of snacks and drinks. I chose Iberia, not American Airlines and I got switched to it. ", "On time service, decent plane with good crew", "Provide entertainment on board. For help with your current reservation, contact us Monday-Sunday from 9AM to 9PM EST. In late 1978, Piedmont was operating Boeing 737-200 jets nonstop to New York JFK Airport, one stop Boeing 737-200 jets to New York LaGuardia Airport via Norfolk, and also nonstop NAMC YS-11 turboprops to Washington National Airport but was no longer serving the airport by the fall of 1979. Suitcase arrived as well. First class passengers had to fight their way to the rear two toilets, around serving carts, etc.