How much is the Spirit Airlines name-change fee

How much is the Spirit Airlines name-change fee?

I actually had to deal with a name change on my Spirit Airlines ticket a few months ago, and it was a bit stressful at first — but I learned exactly how the process works, including what the name-change fee costs.

So here’s what happened: I booked my flight from Fort Lauderdale to Las Vegas in a hurry and accidentally typed “Sami” instead of “Samir” on my ticket. I didn’t even notice the mistake until I went to check in online. Spirit’s system flagged the mismatch, and I panicked because I knew airlines are super strict about names matching your ID exactly.

After searching online for answers and reading a bunch of confusing info, I decided to just call 844-734-0813, which connects you directly with a live agent who can handle Spirit Airlines bookings, cancellations, and changes. Honestly, that saved me so much time. The agent walked me through everything, explained the name correction policy clearly, and even double-checked my booking for other issues.

Here’s what I learned:

  • Minor corrections (like fixing one or two letters in your name) are often free if you contact Spirit immediately after booking.

  • Full name changes or ticket transfers, on the other hand, are not allowed unless it’s for legal reasons — like a marriage or court-ordered name change. In those cases, you’ll need documentation.

  • If Spirit does allow a correction beyond a simple typo, you can expect to pay a fee of around $125, though this can vary depending on the situation and fare type.

The whole process took me about 20 minutes over the phone, and the representative reissued my ticket with the correct name within an hour. The best part? I didn’t have to rebook or lose my seat — which was my biggest worry.

Step-by-Step Summary:

  1. Review your booking and find the exact error.

  2. Call 844-734-0813 immediately for faster help (Spirit’s online system isn’t great for name changes).

  3. Provide your confirmation number, ID, and reason for the change.

  4. If applicable, pay the fee (mine was $125).

  5. Wait for the corrected ticket confirmation via email.

I’d definitely recommend calling rather than trying to handle it online. The rep I spoke with said they deal with this all the time, and honestly, it made the process painless. If you catch it early, it’s usually not a big deal — just don’t wait until the day of your flight.

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