Sun Country has added flights to Phoenix.

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One poor experience or a bunch of them?
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None personally. I just think the way they handled the situation where they stranded people in Mexico was inexcusable. They’ll never get another dollar of my money.
 
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Word said:
Is it normal Sun Country pricing where you have to pay extra for a carry on, checked bag, seat selection?
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Think they went the "no frills" route back in 2017.

www.mprnews.org

Travelers worried as Sun Country becomes no-frills

Sun Country is considering transforming the airline into a carrier more like Spirit, Allegiant or other discount operators. Analysts say that could be risky, and travelers agree.
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zman said:
None personally. I just think the way they handled the situation where they stranded people in Mexico was inexcusable. They’ll never get another dollar of my money.
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Guess I never heard this story.
 

If I were to go I’d do a flight in game day, out the next day.
 






Sun Country sucks. I would rather overpay for a major airline at least they are up front with how they bend you over a barrel. Sun Country was mediocre before they tried to out Spirit Spirit Airlines but now I wouldn't fly them unless it was free.
 


Word said:
www.travelagentcentral.com

Reports: Sun Country Airlines Leaves 250 Passengers Stranded in Mexico

Sun Country Airlines left 250 passengers stranded in Mexico after the carrier canceled two flights | A late-season blizzard forced Sun Country Airlines to cancel two return flights in Mexico, leaving passengers stranded without rebooked flights. Here's more.
www.travelagentcentral.com www.travelagentcentral.com
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Not that anyone cares but my issue was their response. They just kind of threw up their hands and said "sorry, crap happens. Not our problem".
 

zman said:
Not that anyone cares but my issue was their response. They just kind of threw up their hands and said "sorry, crap happens. Not our problem".
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Oh no doubt. It was awful. That's the problem with the refund as the only response. You can't buy last-minute tickets for anywhere near what they likely paid. So their decision cost people several hundreds of dollars minimum.
 

Last time I was in Mexico they cancelled the flight of some people we ran into from UND. Forced them to buy tickets on Delta to come home because it was the only other option. Cost them a lot of money and I believe forced them to stay an extra day.
 



Lol… I flew Delta to Vegas must of not been sitting in the frills section?? I was not in first class but right below that… sitting where I was the upgrade was not free $$. Flight late… Delta screwed over many Minnesota Northwest employees but I still on occasion fly them… it’s what works best for me at the time I am going to fly
 

Roland Brooks said:
Lol… I flew Delta to Vegas must of not been sitting in the frills section?? I was not in first class but right below that… sitting where I was the upgrade was not free $$. Flight late… Delta screwed over many Minnesota Northwest employees but I still on occasion fly them… it’s what works best for me at the time I am going to fly
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I’ve had good luck with Delta personally.

I’ve tried the “cheaper “ options and found them to at times not be cheaper… or by much. But always feel like a cheaper option.
 

Can’t argue it’s a valid point . I just really like the terminal SC has tons of people to check you lines move fast. I got dropped off one time checked in went through security and at my gate in 9 minutes.. once I am on the flight as long as I have my window I don’t care if I get a beer or croissant… good to have options
 

I used to enjoy Sun Country when they were pretty much a regular airline. Once they got rid of First Class and went the Spirit route and nickel & dime for everything, I have avoided it despite the benefits of terminal 2.
 

This move by Delta really bugs me.

www.startribune.com

Delta Air Lines to strip SkyMiles rewards on basic economy tickets

Beginning next year, the airline will no longer allow basic economy fares to earn points, but it is giving customers a more flexible way to cancel those tickets.
www.startribune.com www.startribune.com

Not that I fly a ton, but usually enough to get a freebie every 3 years of so.
 

Ope3 said:
This move by Delta really bugs me.

www.startribune.com

Delta Air Lines to strip SkyMiles rewards on basic economy tickets

Beginning next year, the airline will no longer allow basic economy fares to earn points, but it is giving customers a more flexible way to cancel those tickets.
www.startribune.com www.startribune.com

Not that I fly a ton, but usually enough to get a freebie every 3 years of so.
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Meh, I didn't have a problem with this one.

Admittedly, I've never booked basic economy in my life. But am pretty sure the average person who books basic economy isn't collecting much in the way of Skymiles.
 

Every airline has shortcomings and has stripped down customer service and added so many fees that the flying experience is basically unrecognizable compared to 15, 10, or even 5 years ago. I've flown Sun Country several times and always had a pleasant experience...same with other low-cost carriers like Allegiant, Alaskan, Ryan (in Europe), etc. Never flown Spirit, but I fly AA and DL often and besides the ability to bring a "free" carry on bag (built into the ticket price), select a seat (typically far back of the plane) and receive a free soda and pretzels, I don't see much difference between them and low-cost choices as far as service and comfort.

Back to the OP, thanks for notifying everyone and I hope some local folks take advantage of these extra flights!
 

MGGopher said:
Every airline has shortcomings and has stripped down customer service and added so many fees that the flying experience is basically unrecognizable compared to 15, 10, or even 5 years ago. I've flown Sun Country several times and always had a pleasant experience...same with other low-cost carriers like Allegiant, Alaskan, Ryan (in Europe), etc. Never flown Spirit, but I fly AA and DL often and besides the ability to bring a "free" carry on bag (built into the ticket price), select a seat (typically far back of the plane) and receive a free soda and pretzels, I don't see much difference between them and low-cost choices as far as service and comfort.

Back to the OP, thanks for notifying everyone and I hope some local folks take advantage of these extra flights!
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Except for Southwest. The experience and the fees are the same as they were 5-10 years ago. Sure, they've dealt with delays and cancelations due to COVID, but the premise of the airline has not changed.
 

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