Spirit is an ultra-low-cost carrier providing a la carte purchase options. You may be able to pay for a seat upgrade after booking the flight. The exact charges of seat upgrade on Spirit Airlines will depend on the route. Long-duration flights may typically require you to pay more. Here are a few ways seat upgrades are given on Spirit.
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Complimentary upgrade for Silver members of Free Spirit.
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Complimentary upgrade for Free Spirit Gold members.
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Complimentary upgrade for Free Spirit Mastercard credit card holders.
Free Spirit is the frequent flyer program of Spirit Airlines. If you are eligible for a complimentary upgrade, you may enquire about the availability at the departure gate. The Spirit agent present on the spot may help you with this. Our HolidayGlobes blog will touch on the most important aspects of Spirit Airlines seat upgrade.
How do you Upgrade on Spirit after booking?
Spirit may give an upgrade to passengers who booked tickets eligible for it. Tickets booked with Value may be upgraded to Premium or Spirit First. The below steps may be followed to get an upgrade on Spirit.
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Retrieve the booking summary on Spirit website - Confirmation code & last name will let you find the booking.
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Choose “Add or Modify seats” - You may change to a Premium or Big Front seat.
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Pay the difference - If the change is not complimentary you will have to pay the charges.
Spirit flight upgrade policy lets you enjoy the privileges of Spirit First or Premium, you will have to upgrade the fare. For details or assistance, you may contact HolidayGlobes on +020-3657-6653.
What privileges do you enjoy after Upgrading on Spirit?
Upgrading your seat doesn’t necessarily get you the privileges associated with the seat. So, you may upgrade your seat to Premium or Big Front. But you’ll not enjoy the privileges associated with the Premium seat or Big Front seat. In other words, you’ll just enjoy a seat. Big Front seats are strategically located in the front section. You also get 11 inch extra legroom with them. Here are the privileges that come with Premium or Big Front seat.
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Premium Seat privileges - The privileges of Premium Seat like Priority Boarding, Carry-On Bag, Free Change or Cancellation is only for those who booked Premium Economy bundle.
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Big Front privileges - The privileges of Big Front seat like unlimited WiFi, Carry-On Bag is not for those who got an seat upgrade on Spirit Airlines. Only Spirit First fare holders will be entitled to these privileges.
Is there any Restriction on who can Upgrade on Spirit?
Spirit travelers with Value package are eligible for upgrading to Premium or Spirit First. But upgrading the ticket may not let them enjoy all the privileges associated with Premium or Spirit First. They may be able to get a Premium seat or Big Front seat on the flight. Seat upgrade policy of Spirit Airlines lets passengers with Free Spirit status or a co-branded Free Spirit credit card get complimentary upgrades. Free Spirit status can be gained by earning Free Spirit points. Here are a few things you may find informative.
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You may earn Free Spirit points only after you have Free Spirit account.
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Free Spirit points may be gained on any purchase on Spirit or any approved outlets.
What are the Charges you pay for Spirit Upgrade?
Spirit upgrade may cost you between $12 and $900 depending on the flight chosen. If you sign up for Spirit Saver$ Club you may get a discount on Spirit Airlines seat upgrade. Or, you can also book a Premium Economy or Spirit First ticket with a discount. Spirit Saver$ Club is chosen by many Spirit flyers because of the below reasons.
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Costs only $70 every year - This is not a big deal considering the discounts you may get.
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Sign up and start getting discount - The moment you sign up for Spirit Saver$Club, you will start getting discount.
You may not be able to buy an upgrade with Free Spirit points. But you can attain the Free Spirit Silver or Free Spirit Gold status with the points you earn. Free Spirit status makes you eligible for complimentary upgrade. For details or assistance, you may contact HolidayGlobes on +020-3657-6653.