Barclays
FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard®
Key Features
| Annual Fee | $99.00 |
| Sign-up Bonus | 60,000 Travel Miles |
| Rewards Rate | Up to 15x Miles |
| Intro APR | 0% introductory APR for the first fifteen billing cycles following each balance transfer that posts to your account within 45 days of account opening. |
| Regular APR | APR for purchases 19.49% to 29.49% variable, based on your creditworthiness and other factors. After that, (and for balance transfers that do not post to your account within 45 days of account opening) your APR will be 19.49% to 29.49%, based on your creditworthiness and other factors. This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. APR for cash advances 29.74% variable |
| Other Fees | Balance transfer fee Either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater. The minimum monthly interest charge will be $1.00. Cash advance fee: 5% (min. $10). Foreign transaction fee: 0%. |
| Network | Mastercard |
About this card
The FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® earns a 'Good' overall rating of 3.1, primarily due to its outstanding value proposition for its specific target audience: loyal and frequent Frontier Airlines flyers. For this niche, the card offers an exceptionally strong rewards program (rated 4.3/5.0) with high earning rates, a generous sign-up bonus including instant Elite Gold status, and valuable airline-specific perks like free checked bags and an annual flight voucher. The absence of foreign transaction fees is also a significant plus for a travel card, contributing to a 'Good' fees rating (3.8/5.0). However, the card is severely hampered by a 'Poor' APR rating (1.9/5.0), with regular variable rates that can reach an extremely high 29.49%. This makes carrying a balance incredibly expensive and significantly diminishes the card's overall value for anyone not paying in full each month. Furthermore, the reputation analysis reveals a critical flaw: recurring user complaints about Barclays' customer service. These issues, particularly concerning the correct application of sign-up bonuses and elite status, can create a frustrating user experience and prevent cardholders from fully realizing the strong benefits advertised. While the annual fee is moderate and can be offset, the high balance transfer and cash advance fees also detract from the card's financial appeal. In conclusion, while the FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® presents an attractive package for dedicated Frontier loyalists who pay their balance in full, its very high regular APR and documented customer service issues significantly reduce its broader appeal and overall score. The strong niche benefits are undeniable but are offset by substantial financial risks and potential operational frustrations.
Pros & Cons
What's great
- Generous sign-up bonus
- High rewards rate
- Airline-specific perks
- No foreign transaction fees
- Intro APR period
- Automatic elite status
Things to consider
- Annual fee
- High regular APR
- High balance transfer fee
What this card offers
Sign-up bonuses
- Earn 60,000 Travel Miles after spending $1,000 on purchases and paying the annual fee in full, both within the first 90 days of account opening.2
- Unlock Instant Elite Gold Status after first purchase with your card, in the first 90 days of account opening5
Rewards
- Earn up to 15x Miles on eligible purchases at flyfrontier.com2,3
- Earn 3x miles on eligible restaurant purchases.2
- Earn 1x miles on all other purchases.2
Other features
- Two Free Checked Bags on Frontier Flights2
- Unlock Free* Companion Travel4 at Elite Platinum Status Reach Elite Status faster by earning 1 Elite Status Point for every $1 spent on your Frontier Airlines World Mastercard.2 *Government fees apply.4
- Free seat Upgrades with Elite Gold Status6
- Earn a $100 Flight Voucher every account anniversary after spending $2,500 or more on purchases with your card during your cardmembership year.2
- Miles Never Expire As long as your account is open and in good standing.2
- No Blackout Dates Redeem miles any day with no blackouts on award travel.2
- Award redemption fee waiver when you book an award ticket and use your Frontier Airlines World Mastercard to pay the related taxes and fees, starting from $5.60 for a one-way ticket.2,7
- Priority boarding allows cardmembers to enjoy Group 4 boarding.2
- Low introductory APR on balance transfers 0% introductory APR for 15 months on balance transfers made within 45 days of account opening. After that, a variable APR will apply 19.49% to 29.49%, based on your creditworthiness and other factors. There is a fee for balance transfers.1
- No foreign transaction fees on international purchases.1
- Complimentary online access to your FICO® Credit Score lets you keep an eye on your credit score and get alerts when we learn that your score has changed.8
Additional Notes
The FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard is issued by Barclays Bank Delaware pursuant to a license from Mastercard International Incorporated.