Frontier makes it easier to earn toptier elite status in 2027 but cuts earning rates for basic fares and noncardholders
News Source : The Points Guy
News Summary
- Frontier has lowered the number of elite status points required to earn Elite Diamond status from 100,000 to 75,000.
- There's good news for all elite members in 2027 with the following new or enhanced status benefits.
- The airline is clearly trying to incentivize members not to book the cheapest fare type, severely reducing mileage earning rates, especially for noncobranded cardholders.
- The changes are particularly bad news for noncardholders.
- As for Frontier Airlines World Mastercard® cardholders, they'll earn more on bundles but less on basic fares.
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