{Missed-last-minute} What happens if you miss flight Spirit?
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Missing a Spirit Airlines flight can be more than just stressful — it often means you lose most of what you paid for. Here’s what typically happens, and what your options are.
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## ✈️ What Spirit Calls a “No‑Show”
If you don’t show up for your flight (no check‑in, no boarding, and no prior contact), Spirit marks you as a **“no‑show.”** ([Spirit Air Connect][1]) When that happens:
* Your original flight segment is cancelled. ([Fond Travels][2])
* If you had a return flight or onward flights booked in the same reservation, those may also be cancelled automatically. ([Wanderlog][3])
* With most fares (especially non-refundable ones), you lose the full value of the ticket — no refund or credit is usually granted. ([Spirit Air Connect][1])
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## 🔄 Can You Still Rebook or Get on a Later Flight?
Missing your flight doesn’t always mean the end of travel — but options are limited:
* If you reach the airport soon after missing the flight (some travelers reference a “flat‑tire rule”) — e.g. within a couple of hours — an agent **might** put you on standby or rebook you for the next available flight. This is *not guaranteed* and depends on seat availability. ([Grouptripgo][4])
* If you opt to rebook, expect to pay a **same‑day missed‑flight fee** (often about **US $99**), plus any difference in fare, if the new flight costs more. ([customersupport.spirit.com][5])
* If you don’t or can’t rebook immediately, you’ll likely have to buy a brand‑new ticket for your travel. ([Spirit Air Connect][1])
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## 🚫 When the Airline Is at Fault
If your missed flight happened because of something **beyond your control** — such as the airline canceling the flight, a mechanical problem, or another delay caused by Spirit — the rules change. In that case:
* Spirit will generally **rebook you on the next available flight at no extra cost**, or offer a refund for unused segments. ([Spirit Air Connect][1])
* For major disruptions (cancellations, schedule changes, delays), you may also be eligible for accommodations (hotel, meals) depending on circumstances — though such support is not guaranteed under all scenarios. ([Spirit Air Connect][1])
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## ✅ What To Do Immediately if You Miss Your Flight
* Head straight to a Spirit gate agent or ticket counter — if you’re still at/near the airport, try to get rebooked on the next available flight.
* If you’re not at the airport, call Spirit’s customer service as soon as you realize you’re going to miss the flight.
* Be prepared to pay a rebooking fee (around US $99) **and** any additional fare difference.
* If the missed flight was due to airline error (delay, cancellation), clearly explain and request free rebooking or refund.
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## 🧳 Bottom Line
Missing a Spirit Airlines flight without advance notice usually means your ticket’s value is lost. You may — at best — get a chance to rebook for a fee, or be placed on standby, but there’s no guarantee. Only when Spirit itself causes the problem is there a real chance for rebooking without extra cost or refund.
If you like — I can also check **2025‑specific examples** of travelers who missed Spirit flights and show **how the airline handled them** — that often helps illustrate exactly what to expect.
[1]: https://spiritairconnect.wixsite.com/spiritairconnect/post/what-is-spirit-airlines-missed-flight-policy-official-policy?utm_source=chatgpt.com "What Is Spirit Airlines Missed Flight Policy? -- Official Policy"
[2]: https://www.fondtravels.com/blog/travel-tips/understanding-spirit-missed-flight?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Spirit Airlines Missed Flight Policy | FondTravels"
[3]: https://wanderlog.com/view/lqykqptvxs/what-happens-if-you-miss-a-spirit-airlines-flight-spirit-airlines-missed-flight/shared?utm_source=chatgpt.com "What happens if you miss a Spirit Airlines flight? (Spirit Airlines missed flight) – Wanderlog"
[4]: https://www.grouptripgo.com/blog/spirit-airlines-missed-flight-policy/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Spirit Airlines Missed Flight & Refund Policy Explained"
[5]: https://customersupport.spirit.com/en-us/category/article/KA-01537?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Missed Your Flight? Here’s What to Do · Spirit Airlines Support"
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