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SmartFares Reviews Summary

SmartFares presents a mixed reputation among its customers. On the positive side, many users appreciate the affordability and efficiency of the booking process, noting that customer service representatives can be helpful and responsive when issues arise. However, significant concerns persist regarding discrepancies between quoted prices and final charges, as well as frustrating experiences with customer service, particularly related to refunds and booking confirmations. Overall, while some customers report satisfactory experiences, a notable number express dissatisfaction with pricing transparency and support, indicating room for improvement in communication and service consistency.

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California
1 review
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Easy & streamlined
January 13, 2026

Skyscanner lead me to SmartFares on a trip search, and I ended up booking it there. The booking form was simple and streamlined and took only a couple minutes to complete. Fare was also the lowest I had seen compared to other vendors.

Date of experience: December 28, 2025
Mexico
1 review
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January 12, 2026
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Date of experience: January 2, 2026

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Date of experience: December 28, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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I asked the cancel fee be removed - but it hasn't
January 12, 2026
Updated review

Please remove the cancelation fee. I did not know it would be $35. I called cust svc soon after I got the itemized statement. Representative said they would cancel immediately. It has not shown up yet.

Date of experience: January 2, 2026

Not sure about it yet
January 10, 2026
Previous review

Not sure about it yet. I want to see how the ticketing system works out before I judge you.

Date of experience: December 31, 2025
Illinois
1 review
1 helpful vote
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0 stars scammers.
January 12, 2026

Don't book with those scammers. I booked air ticket added luggage for $75 and at airport airline told me i have to pay for my luggage. Scammers

Date of experience: January 1, 2026
April T. SmartFares Rep
3 months ago

Dear Customer,

Thank you for your feedback. We’d like to clarify that there are multiple fare types, and depending on the ticket price and selected fare, checked baggage may or may not be included.

After reviewing your reservation, we can confirm that your ticket was booked under a fare that does not include checked baggage. The booking was completed exactly as submitted, and no errors were made from our side.

We always recommend reviewing fare details during booking to understand what is included, as different economy fares have different inclusions.

Regards,
Smartfares

Hungary
1 review
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Todo bien
January 11, 2026

Todo bien aunque algo confuso para poder realizar los check in en

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Bahamas
1 review
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We booked 2 things Nassau to Orlando which went fine.

When I went to book the round trip marsh harbour to nassau nassau to marsh it said clearly unable to confirm and to call for assistance yet I found out my card had been held for the rate advertised but NOT confirmed I was told it could be refunded for 100 or 95 to fully confirm the booking for a different rate than advertised.

I am a bahamian and can get that leg for cheaper directly but was forced to pay $95 OR cancel and lose 100 I do not feel a card should be charged if the fare advertised is unavailable... and then forced to lose $ or upgrade... Thats extortion plain and simple. Only charge the card IF it is available OR gove the option of the new rate not force me to pay the new rate or lose $ for a refund!

Date of experience: December 31, 2025

I had to try it a few times kept saying not available...
January 10, 2026
Previous review

I had to try it a few times kept saying not available even though it showed as available on Kayak so praying it goes through

Date of experience: December 31, 2025
Israel
1 review
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Good experience
January 10, 2026
Updated review

Found the really good price. Researched to make sure the site was legit. Bought and withing 15 minutes, had the booking confirmation.

Date of experience: December 31, 2025

Would be better to get ticketing immediately
January 9, 2026
Previous review

Would be better to get ticketing immediately.

Date of experience: December 30, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Boarding Passes
January 9, 2026
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Yes I did receive my Booking information, which was not very informative. When do I receive my Boarding Passes and more information regarding my flight.

Date of experience: December 30, 2025

Easy booking and competitive prices
January 5, 2026
Previous review

Easy booking and competitive prices

Date of experience: December 26, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Works well, easy to use
January 9, 2026
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I got redirected from Google flight search, tickets booked, not flight yet. Overall process is easy and accurate! Thanks Smartfares!

Date of experience: December 30, 2025

Thanks the quick process
January 4, 2026
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Thanks the quick process

Date of experience: December 25, 2025
Nebraska
1 review
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Impressed
January 9, 2026
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I had never heard of this company but now that I have used them and received plane tickets for a fantastic price compared to other airlines, I may just use them more often! Now I just hope the entire travel goes smoothly and as planned.

Date of experience: December 30, 2025

So far it all has gone smoothly, I hope everything...
January 8, 2026
Previous review

So far it all has gone smoothly, I hope everything is like this all the way through for my employee who is traveling for work experience.

Date of experience: December 29, 2025
South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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January 9, 2026

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Date of experience: December 30, 2025
Egypt
1 review
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Unprofessional experience
January 9, 2026

I would like to express my dissatisfaction with how this booking was handled. Requesting an additional payment after a booking is made, and then reversing the decision later, reflects a lack of professionalism and causes unnecessary stress and loss of time for the customer.

Date of experience: December 30, 2025
Zimbabwe
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I booked a ticket using SmartFare and when I received the booking confirmation, it just said I was fying using "Regional Airline." It didn't specify which airline I was using and I had to ask Ai and do all the work myself to find out I was flying with FastJet. Under such circumstances, its easy for one to think that they have been scammed. That should improve.

Date of experience: December 29, 2025
Zimbabwe
1 review
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Efficiency 👌
January 9, 2026
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Booking with SmartFares was flawless. I got my booking confirmation within 24hrs and there was a follow up email to confirm the receipt of the confirmation🤗

Date of experience: December 29, 2025

It was a smooth process
January 7, 2026
Previous review

It was a smooth process

Date of experience: December 28, 2025
South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good service
January 9, 2026

I experienced good and fast service. When I had a query they responded with in a few hours I can not complain about anything at the moment.

Date of experience: December 30, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Satistied
January 8, 2026

My credit card services was very strict on security and it took a lot of patience to complete the transaction, yet SmartFares stuck it out and helped me to get my ticket. They kept me informed and was available to take my call every step of the way. Thank you

Date of experience: December 29, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good
January 7, 2026

Booked and tickets were confirmed in a short while. It was cheaper than other sites were offering. Would need to try them for long to see if any issues arise. Hopefully not.

Date of experience: December 28, 2025
Chile
1 review
0 helpful votes
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January 5, 2026

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Date of experience: December 26, 2025
Argentina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Compra pasajes de avión
January 5, 2026

Conseguí mis tickets de avión al mejor precio

Date of experience: December 26, 2025
Colombia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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El. Cobro es diferente
January 5, 2026

Seleccione el vuelo por un valor y me descontaron otro de mi tarjeta

Date of experience: December 26, 2025