• CheapOair

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3.4 / 5
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2.1 / 5
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Overview

CheapOair has a rating of 4.45 stars from 188,375 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with CheapOair most frequently mention great service, easy process, and seat selection. CheapOair ranks 1st among Discount Travel sites.

  • Value
    2996
  • Shipping
    2774
  • Quality
    3080

This company responds to reviews on average within 2 days

Positive reviews (last 12 months): 84.3%
Positive
30,004
Neutral
2,309
Negative
3,293
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What reviewers want you to know

Positive highlights

  • Quitesatisfied with the progress of my bookings and the services from the web site so far.
  • A more clear message about baggage should be included at the beginning of the booking process.
  • 2022 Customer Choice Winner

Critical highlights

  • Disappointing customer service; have kept on hold for too long
  • There is no clear resolution to the credit card button and i am getting frustrated.
  • I WAS ABLE TO CANCEL SEAT SELECTION ON MUC TO SOF BOTH WAYS HOWEVER THE FEE CHARGES WERE NOT DROPPED.
How would you rate CheapOair?
Top Positive Review

“Making a reservation was easy to understand”

Christina E.
6/25/23

Making a reservation was easy to understand. I just followed the instruction boxes as I was prompted. I just searched the available itinerary with prices until I found the one that worked best for me and from there I received step by step instructions for paying, baggage preferences and much more until The process of booking a flight was complete. Then I printed my ticket and also have an email copy. Pleased with the easy success and the spot on price point.

Top Critical Review

“I got literally scammed”

Sepehr P.
8/2/23

I purchased a ticket on June 7 and June 29 at the airport. They told me there is no booking. I'll call cheapo air and they told me two different things. I cancel the flight with the airline and airline says they lying. They messed up my whole vacation with my family. I end up buying another ticket from another town and they don't want to even refund my original money they were like airline charge you and they supposed to give your money back.

Reviews (188,375)

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Thumbnail of user lindab5509
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 21st, 2023
Verified purchase

So far, so good. I'll pass judgment after all six legs of my RT are completed. Hoping for no delays or cancellations. I only wish that masks and covid vax were still required of all passengers. Also, when CheapoAir sends changes of itinerary, it would be helpful if you would highlight the changes. Otherwise, you have to read through the entire itinerary and, hopefully, find the change(s).

Reason I chose this business:

I chose CheapOair in February because they had the lowest airfare at the time.

Thumbnail of user nicholasf279
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 14th, 2022
Verified purchase

Customers service has been excellent. They represent your company well. The one thing I didn't like is that I wanted Business or First Class for my entire trip because of my health. I have Multiple Sclerosis and my L3, L4, L5 disc are deteriorating and the pain in my back is severe. I just wish he could have gotten me in Business or First Class the entire trip. I needed to get away for a while I have been stuck in the house and it's depressing,

Thumbnail of user kathleenv651
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 22nd, 2022
Verified purchase

Very poor. Spirit airlines made me frustrated during transit at Orlando, FL airport after changing my entry gate at a very quick notice and i ended up missing my flight. Worst of all i was abandoned and asked to hang around for 2 more days before another flight can be made available for me. Very bad i was on transit at Orlando airport and i missed my appointment. I will never encourage anyone to use spirit airline. Highly disappointed.

Thumbnail of user fatimau4
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 5th, 2022

I initially had trouble booking my flight online, however the gentleman helping me book on the phone was amazing, polite, and had a great sense of humor!

Thumbnail of user sepehrp
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 2nd, 2023

I purchased a ticket on June 7 and June 29 at the airport. They told me there is no booking. I'll call cheapo air and they told me two different things. I cancel the flight with the airline and airline says they lying. They messed up my whole vacation with my family. I end up buying another ticket from another town and they don't want to even refund my original money they were like airline charge you and they supposed to give your money back.

Tip for consumers:
Do not use this third-party and fool for the cheap airline ticket !

Products used:
Oh, end of buy tickets from directly from airline !
From another town

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Thumbnail of user elizabethl1297
1 review
8 helpful votes
September 12th, 2021
Verified purchase

Not great! I would like to speak to an agent! There was no problem speaking with someone when I booked the trip and gave my credit card. Since then I can't get a hold of anyone. Ive waited nearly 3 hours on hold and never had anyone pick up!

Thumbnail of user elizabethz389
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
June 27th, 2022
Verified purchase

I like the way CheapOair escorted me through understanding how to track and manage my itinerary. I appreciated every effort made in regard to ny total understanding and convenience of the process. The best way to describe my experience would be that I felt like I was receiving boutique service and while doing so CheapOair kept my interest by making feel secure to trust them. I liked it. Great job! You got my business. Thank you.

Thumbnail of user juliao182
1 review
3 helpful votes
June 18th, 2022
Verified purchase
• Updated review

After all the problems with internet and MasterCard blocked for trying theft and multiples calls to MasterCard and CheapOair.com(all the attendants were great and very helpful to I brought my ticket back home). For that I changed my 2 starts to 5 starts. Next year vacation to Denver, CO, now I know where to buy my air ticket. Thank yours guys very much again. My stress were release. Now I will have good time from days left to fly. Resting and have fun.
God bless your all.

My rate ticket can be changed?
July 18th, 2022
Verified purchase
• Previous review

My rate ticket can be changed? It is correct? It is the reason that my credit card it is not charged, already?
Why so many offers of hotel and car and... and... if I just need a ticket to go back home. It is impossible buying round trip because the exorbitant air ticket.

Thumbnail of user kathleens1514
1 review
0 helpful votes
November 4th, 2021
Verified purchase

Booked with just fly and experienced the worst customer service possible when they mess... cheapoair got me my ticket and confirmation in 5 minuets. YEAH! I will go here 1st next time.

Thumbnail of user khyatip4
1 review
5 helpful votes
September 22nd, 2022

These guys are horrible. If the flight schedule is changed, they confirm it from their side without our consent and then want us to pay money to get a better flight schedule.
I called them for 2 weeks and everyday I was transferred from one department to another and kept on hold for hrs before they disconnected the call on me everytime. I will never use their services again and absolutely DO NOT recommend them at all.

Thumbnail of user ruthp608
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 16th, 2021
Verified purchase

I was trying to book two (2) flights but only booked one (1). The guy helped me when I called the 800-phone number. He was excellent and patient. He displayed "GREAT" customer service skills. Thanks Cheapoair.com for making my Las Vegas trip a dream come true

Thumbnail of user jeremym1089
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 12th, 2022
Verified purchase

Exceptional service, very professional and respected friendly communication. Also economical fare, Congratulations to your staff Keri and Rogers, I spoke with them for help in clarifications and finalizing our reservations. Please convey my thanks to lovely and softly spoken daughter Kari, And, a professional gentleman Rogers. Thanks and Best Regards.
Khalid Hashmi

Reason I chose this business:

We have purchased tickets in the past and it was no problem experience.

Thumbnail of user andrewb2497
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 4th, 2023
Verified purchase

The cust. Assistant, was helpful, patient and did everything in her power to satisfy us. But the process is too long,ambigubecause they wereous and too expensive. A change of departure date is like you would be buying bricks of gold. Customer pays and profits are for the airlines and cheapoair. They tell you you can cancel or change within 24hrs, not so. I did not even get on the plane and the change cost me more then my original booking with less amenities.

Reason I chose this business:

Because they were always fair. Now its company profits

Thumbnail of user francinem111
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
June 25th, 2023
Verified purchase

Making a reservation was easy to understand. I just followed the instruction boxes as I was prompted. I just searched the available itinerary with prices until I found the one that worked best for me and from there I received step by step instructions for paying, baggage preferences and much more until The process of booking a flight was complete. Then I printed my ticket and also have an email copy. Pleased with the easy success and the spot on price point.

Reason I chose this business:

Affordability

Thumbnail of user jayt440
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

The booking process was very easy to navigate, and allowed enough time to contemplate the best selection for a persons goals and the means available to try to meet that goal. The range in flight times and costs were fair and broad based. Thank you for allowing my grandchildren to visit me with their mom while my son is serving our country abroad in the armed forces. God Bless and be well!

Thumbnail of user jeffreyn408
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 22nd, 2023
Verified purchase

Could be better but ok in the end. I tried sending an email but it bounce back. I was simply trying to let you know that I had to wait till Monday to sort things out. It would help if we could reply to your emails. Also I tried downloading your app but for some reason it says my email is invalid although I'm receiving confirmation from you with this email. Hence I've deleted the app.

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Thumbnail of user keitht513
1 review
0 helpful votes
June 13th, 2023
Verified purchase

First, I would like to thank Mr. Philip who helped me get the ticket I needed. I also owe him a huge apology for doubting who he is and the agency which he represents. He answered most of my questions in a very professional manner without being offended. He is a true professional and so good an expert in customer service. Please commend him or give him bonus. Thanks!

Reason I chose this business:

The price of the ticket got my attention.

Thumbnail of user ravis165
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
May 26th, 2022
Verified purchase

Based on previous 4 travel experiences with purchase thro' Affirm.com, this was the easier option. I appreciate the payment plans, although I'd like 19--20% interest only. Thank you.

Thumbnail of user elijahc261
1 review
1 helpful vote
May 20th, 2022
Verified purchase

This website is now my preferred method to book flights, especially around COVID19 restrictions. I like the easy to use intuitive user friendly platform. If you need to by pass the US then it's fantastic when using Multi Destination instead of looking at a bunch of one way flights. I hope a member of the team sends me the offers they have an discounts as I will be using this website for all future travel plans.

Thumbnail of user lisar2806
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 8th, 2022
Verified purchase

The first time I tried to purchase, it did not give me a confirmation page and there was no confirmation as I called customer service and confirmed there was no booking. Yet, there was a $0.01 charge pending on my account. I was able to redo the booking and the original pending charge was still there in addition to 2 more. Hopefully this gets resolved or I'll have to contact customer service again. Otherwise, the process was easy and straight forward.

Reason I chose this business:

Dates available for my travel plans

Thumbnail of user lisar2339
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 21st, 2022
Verified purchase

It's my favorite travel site out of 10's out there; best prices, courteous service & availability of different airlines.
I've used it more than 10 times for international travel.
Being loyal adds me membership points as well and discounts.

Thumbnail of user dianea724
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 24th, 2021
Verified purchase

I had Emma for my reservation information. She was polite, patient, and professional. She knew how to do her job, which is so impressive. Most young opeople in my experience have no manners, don't have people skill, if it gets hard they will pass me along to someone else. So many congratulations for having this young lady in your company. If only all reps could be this informed and just nice.

Thumbnail of user stephanien620
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 21st, 2021
Verified purchase

It's been so far without flaw. I am paying with debit car and as such read the subscript relative to debit/credit card policy. I am prepared to have $500 additional dolllars held in suspense on my Harvard University Employee Credit Union debit/mastercard for the duration of the rental period. I will rate my experience when my reservation yields the car ive reserved.

Thumbnail of user andrewt835
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 11th, 2021
Verified purchase

Site was easy to navigate however, there are so many choices that come up after you have already confirmed your flight, that it's hard to tell if you missed something. I also had a fraud alert on phone and an email that my preferred baggage request was declined. I thought it was done at the same time? Over all happy but it would be good to be more clear. W.

Thumbnail of user jayl601
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 8th, 2021
Verified purchase

I purchased Coach because so I would be able to secure a seat. Oh well. Fingers cross we will all sit together. Thank you for your service.

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Business History

History of Fareportal

Sam S. Jain, Founder and Executive Chairman of Fareportal, arrived in New York City in the early 1990’s and began working at a friend’s small wholesale travel agency. Jain quickly noticed the archaic practices of the business as they sifted through reams of paper to locate air fares or flight schedules. He set out to create a more efficient system that could aggregate the information digitally and in 1994 he launched his own B2B wholesale agency, FareBuzz.

Werner Kunz-Cho is the Chief Executive Officer of Fareportal Inc. the company owner of Online Travel Agencies CheapOair.com and One Travel. Glenn Cusano is the Co-CEO and Chief Financial Officer of Fareportal.

In the early 2000’s, Jain expanded the business capabilities into the B2C space with the launch of Fareportal in 2002. Soon after, he noticed a shift towards ecommerce across all industries. In order to remain on the cutting edge, he started channeling profits from Fareportal into the development of a proprietary ecommerce platform.

By November 2005, CheapOair was launched as the company’s first consumer online portal. Staying close to its traditional travel agency model, the concept of having customer care agents available 24/7 carried over to CheapOair. Jain insisted on having a telephone number prominently displayed on every webpage which was unheard of amongst competitors. Today, Fareportal’s worldwide team of customer care agents receive nearly 30,000 calls per day in support of the company’s CheapOair and One Travel brands.

Fareportal Highlights:

Fareportal is one of the top 5 consumer-focused online travel companies in the United States

Fareportal is the number 2 online travel company in flight volume

Fareportal partners with over 600 airlines, 1 million hotels, and hundreds of car rental companies worldwide

As of 2019, Fareportal is generating over $4 billion in sales annually

Fareportal makes it easy for customers to book on the go with our award-winning Apple and Android mobile apps for CheapOair and OneTravel. The CheapOair app now supports Apple Pay and Android Pay for a safe, seamless and convenient purchase process

Fareportal sees over 150 million unique visitors annually to our desktop and mobile sites

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