Spirit Airlines
Can I track my Free Spirit points and manage my bookings in the Spirit app?
Yes, the app has a handy points tracker on the home screen so you can see your Free Spirit balance at a glance. The 'My Trips' section also keeps all your confirmations and add-ons organized in one place, making it easy to manage your itinerary.
Does the Spirit app provide reliable real-time flight updates and bag tracking?
The app sends push notifications for delays, but these updates can lag significantly—one user reported a two-hour delay that the app still showed as 'On Time.' Bag tracking is very basic, only showing 'checked' or 'not checked,' so it's not useful for detailed status.
Why does my Spirit app show a generic 'payment error' when I try to change a flight, and how can I fix it?
This error often occurs due to a temporary glitch with the app's payment processing. Try clearing the app cache and restarting your phone, which usually resolves the issue and lets the fare difference go through correctly.
What should I do if the seat map in the Spirit app fails to load and shows a blank grey screen?
This is a known bug that can happen on some devices. If the seat map doesn't load after 20 minutes, try using the Spirit website on your laptop instead, as it generally works fine even when the app struggles.
How does the Spirit Airlines app compare to the Southwest app for finding cheap flights and managing bookings?
Unlike the Southwest app, which can crash during check-in, the Spirit app is more reliable for basic tasks like searching for low fares and pulling up your boarding pass. However, Spirit's app lacks the real-time update accuracy and smooth problem-handling that Southwest offers, so it's best for simple, no-frills travel management.
