How to Change Your Name on a Frontier Airlines Account

How to change your name on Frontier Airlines

You can change the name on your Frontier Airlines account through your online account settings, by phone, or at the airport ticket counter. The fastest route is logging into your Frontier account at frontier.com, going to "My Account," and editing your profile name directly. If you've already booked a flight, you'll need to contact Frontier to change the passenger name on that specific reservation—the account name and the ticket name are separate.

Frontier requires your legal name to match your government-issued ID when you travel, so if you've legally changed your name, update it before your flight. The airline won't let you board if your ticket doesn't match your ID, even if your account name is correct.

Key Takeaways

Your Frontier account name and your ticket name are separate—changing one does not change the other.
To change your account name, log in at frontier.com, select "My Account," and edit your profile directly.
To change a passenger name on an existing reservation, call Frontier at 1-800-432-1359 or contact them through your online booking.
Your ticket name must match your government-issued ID exactly, or you will not be allowed to board.
Name changes on tickets typically take 24 hours to process after you request them.

Changing your account profile name online

Log into your Frontier account at frontier.com using your email and password. Once you're logged in, click on "My Account" in the top menu, then select "Profile Settings" or "Personal Information." You'll see a field for your first and last name—edit these to your new name and click "Save" or "Update."

This change takes effect when ready for your account. Any new bookings you make will show your updated name. However, if you have already booked a flight under your old name, that reservation will not change automatically.

Changing the name on an existing flight reservation

If you've already booked a flight and need to change the passenger name on that ticket, you cannot do it through the account settings. Instead, call Frontier's reservations team at 1-800-432-1359. Have your confirmation number ready—it's in your booking confirmation email.

When you call, tell the agent the confirmation number and the name change you need. The agent will update the ticket and send you a new confirmation email with the corrected passenger name. This process usually takes a few minutes on the phone, though the system may take up to 24 hours to fully process the change in Frontier's database.

Some name changes carry a fee—typically $0 to $75 depending on how close your flight is and Frontier's current policy. Ask the agent about the cost before confirming the change. If you booked through a third-party travel site like Expedia or Kayak, you may need to contact that site instead of calling Frontier directly.

Changing your name at the airport

If you arrive at the airport and realize your ticket name doesn't match your ID, go to the Frontier ticket counter before you check in. Bring your government-issued ID and your confirmation number. The ticket agent can attempt a name correction on the spot, though they may not be able to do it if the flight is departing very soon.

Airport corrections are slower and less reliable than calling ahead. If you know your name doesn't match your ticket, call Frontier at least 24 hours before your flight so the change is already in the system when you arrive.

What ID Frontier accepts for name verification

Frontier requires a government-issued photo ID that matches your ticket name exactly. Accepted forms include a U.S. passport, driver's license, state ID card, military ID, or passport card. The name on your ID must be identical to the name on your ticket—middle initials, spelling, and order all matter.

If you've legally changed your name but haven't updated your ID yet, you'll need to bring both your old ID and legal documentation of the name change (such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order) to the airport. Frontier may or may not accept this at the gate, so call ahead to confirm what documents they'll need.

Changing your name if you've lost access to your account

If you can't log into your Frontier account, click "Forgot Password" on the login page at frontier.com. Frontier will send a password reset link to the email address associated with your account. Once you reset your password, you can log in and change your profile name.

If you don't remember the email address you used to create your account, or if you can't access that email, call Frontier at 1-800-432-1359. The reservations team can look up your account using your confirmation number or frequent flyer number and help you reset your password or change your name directly over the phone.

Updating your name for frequent flyer miles

If you have a Frontier frequent flyer account (called "Frontier Miles"), your name there is separate from both your booking account and your ticket. To change your frequent flyer profile name, log into your Miles account at frontierairlines.com/miles, go to "Account Settings," and update your name there.

Keeping your frequent flyer name consistent with your ticket name helps may support miles post correctly to your account after you fly. If your names don't match, Frontier's system may not link your flight to your Miles account, and you could lose the miles you earned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name on a ticket after I've already checked in?

No. Once you've checked in for your flight, the passenger manifest is locked and Frontier cannot change the name on that ticket. You must request the change before you check in, either online, by phone, or at the ticket counter.

Will changing my account name affect my frequent flyer miles?

Changing your account name does not automatically update your frequent flyer profile. Log into your Frontier Miles account separately and update the name there as well. If the names don't match, miles from your flight may not post to your account.

What if my name change is due to marriage or divorce?

Update your government ID first, then change your Frontier account name and ticket name to match. If you're traveling before your new ID arrives, bring your marriage certificate or divorce decree to the airport along with your old ID. Call Frontier ahead of time to let them know you'll have legal documentation instead of a matching ID.

Is there a fee to change a passenger name on my ticket?

Frontier may charge a fee for name changes, typically $0 to $75 depending on how close your flight is. Call 1-800-432-1359 to ask about the current fee before you request the change. Some name corrections (like fixing a typo) may be free.

Can I change someone else's name on a reservation I booked for them?

Only the person whose name is on the ticket can request a name change, or someone with power of attorney. If you booked a ticket for a family member or friend, they need to call Frontier directly at 1-800-432-1359 with the confirmation number to change their own name.

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