Rove Miles has just added Frontier Airlines as a 1:1 transfer partner, and is sweetening the deal with a 25% transfer bonus through July 31. While Frontier miles often get overlooked due to fees and limited flexibility, this bonus—paired with elite status—could unlock real value for savvy travelers.
Our Take
Mixed. This is a niche win for Frontier loyalists and Rove Miles power users, but most travelers will still find better value elsewhere. The 25% bonus makes Frontier redemptions more competitive, especially if you have status to dodge the usual nickel-and-diming, but the window is short and Frontier's program remains tricky for most.
What Changed
- Rove Miles added Frontier Airlines as a 1:1 transfer partner
- 25% transfer bonus on all Rove → Frontier transfers through July 31
- Frontier miles become more useful for those with elite status (waived fees)
Who Benefits Most
- Frontier Elites with Rove Miles: If you have Frontier status (Silver, Gold, or Diamond), you can avoid many of the carrier's infamous fees. For example, a $100 Frontier flight that would normally cost 7,700 miles (at our 1.3¢/mile valuation) now requires just 6,160 Rove Miles after the 25% bonus—worth about $80 in value, a solid deal if you dodge fees.
- Rove Miles Collectors Seeking Domestic Deals: If you’ve stockpiled Rove Miles and want to stretch them for domestic travel, this bonus gives you a rare window to extract more value from a low-cost carrier.
- Travelers Booking for Families: Families who can leverage status to avoid bag and seat fees can now book multiple tickets at a discount, especially on peak routes.
- Rove Users Focused on Hotel Loyalty: Rove remains a strong portal for hotel bookings that earn elite credit, and this new airline partner adds flexibility for those who want to diversify their redemptions.
Who Should Be Cautious
- Travelers Without Frontier Status: Frontier’s fees for bags, seats, and even carry-ons can quickly erase any value from this transfer bonus if you lack elite status.
- International Flyers: Frontier’s route map is almost entirely domestic and to a few Caribbean/Mexico destinations—international travelers will find little use here.
- Points Maximizers: If you chase the highest cents-per-point value, other Rove partners or transfer options may offer better returns, especially for premium cabin or international redemptions.
What To Do Right Now
- Check Your Rove Miles Balance: See if you have enough miles to make a transfer worthwhile before the July 31 deadline.
- Evaluate Your Frontier Status: If you have Silver, Gold, or Diamond status, calculate how much you’ll save in fees on your planned routes.
- Price Out Award Flights: Search for Frontier award availability and compare the cash price to the miles required (after the 25% bonus).
- Transfer Only If Ready to Book: Transfers are likely irreversible—move miles only if you have a specific redemption in mind.
- Monitor Rove’s Partner List: Rove is adding partners regularly; keep an eye out for future transfer bonuses or hotel deals.
