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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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Thailand
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Unsatisfying
January 19, 2025

I did not receive the ticket I booked, but a temporary charge was still made on my credit card.

Date of experience: December 24, 2024
GB
1 review
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You advertised a false price, took my card and personal details, then tried to make me pay more by demanding I telephone you because (fortunately) my credit card had not worked. You're con artists. Everyone must avoid this company, they are scammers, fraudsters.

Date of experience: January 8, 2025
Italy
1 review
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Cambio de vuelo
January 18, 2025

Me cambiaron compañia de vuelo y horario sin agregarme el Carry on- bag.Smart Fares me saco de mi banco 205€ por 2 vuelos solo ida, que no existía y por el nuevo pasaje Smart Fares,pago solo 89,96 usa y no se hacen responsable de agregar el Carry on-bag.

Date of experience: January 8, 2025
GB
1 review
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Got confirmed tickets quickly which was great, but the platform itself tried to do a lot of hard selling which did not help the experience...

Date of experience: January 8, 2025
Florida
1 review
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January 17, 2025

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Date of experience: January 7, 2025
Panama
1 review
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Easy
January 17, 2025

Easy to find the fly, easy to pay and quick receipt of the confirmation.

Date of experience: January 6, 2025
Egypt
1 review
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Bad experience
January 17, 2025
Updated review

When I booked my ticket they received the ticket amount, then send me email they have a problem with my bank, but I have received deposit receipt from my bank, when I contacted with smart fares they told me I must pay 100$ because the ticket price are go high after I booked, or have a penalty 50$

Date of experience: January 6, 2025

Don't use this site
January 13, 2025
Previous review

When I booked my flight I got an email said they can't confirm my ticket and please call customer service, then they said this ticket is not available by this time if you need to book shall I pay 100$ per ticket to confirm, when I confirm that I found my ticket is wrong and I must to pay penalty or take additional ticket to complete my trip

Date of experience: January 2, 2025
GB
1 review
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Some issues with the labelling of airports with different names and airport codes. I had to do some research to make sure I had the right flight!

Date of experience: January 6, 2025
Indiana
1 review
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Good
January 17, 2025

The thing I don't like is that you didn't email the information right away

Date of experience: January 6, 2025
California
1 review
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Easy to book, quick customer service response, good price.

Date of experience: January 6, 2025
GB
1 review
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Luggage allowance
January 17, 2025

Be diligent on reviewing baggage allowance. Despite being advertised as standard economy class ticket vs economy light ticket, it turned out there was no luggage allowance attributed to the standard ticket.

Date of experience: January 5, 2025
GB
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Canada trip
January 17, 2025

Hazel the operator was really helpful and gave me her direct line to get back to her, it would be more helpful if everything was included at the start and not added on

Date of experience: January 5, 2025
Australia
1 review
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Thank you for your service and I will use it again for my next trip.

Date of experience: January 4, 2025
Hawaii
1 review
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Fastest response
January 15, 2025

I received the booking did not have the airline confirmation code i called them responded faster and very helpful

Date of experience: January 4, 2025
Argentina
1 review
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Fast and effective
January 14, 2025

All problems solved fast and rectified. Friendly customer service

Date of experience: January 4, 2025
South Africa
1 review
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When my account was debited it was more than what was on the website and have requested an invoice to see breakdown but not received it and need and still not received an e-ticket

Date of experience: December 26, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Great
January 14, 2025

No problems, very easy, prices as advertised. I would use smart fares again

Date of experience: January 4, 2025
GB
1 review
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Still awaiting seat allocation
January 14, 2025

Someone called me to arrange seats, phone went dead half way through call and hasn't called back?

Date of experience: January 3, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
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Feels like huge scammers
January 14, 2025

Immediately after purchasing airfare ticket received an email stating they were not able to confirm pricing and need to call them ASAP. The email did not have signature or any other relevant info besides the phone number to call. Received a call within minutes from them where they tried to charge my card for additional $$ due to price increase. When looked online, same ticket was available at same price, still. Told my representative to refund me but suddenly he was able to match my original price. Next day I received another call from them trying and forcing to upsell me on flight protection which I declined. Haven't received any reservation confirmation email so I had to call again to check the status. This time I was told my ticket did not include bags (that I added and paid for. Also made a video of me selecting and adding bags that increased my total cost). At that point I requested to cancel my ticket and refund me. They confirmed and the ticket will be canceled and will refund me. Now, two weeks later (after two more calls) I haven't seen my refund or any emails from this fraud company. Both two times they confirmed the ticket is canceled and they issued refund but I haven't seen it on my end. Decided to call my credit card support at the end. Do not waste time trying to buy from them. Save yourself a headache and pay an extra few $$ with reputable companies.

Date of experience: January 3, 2025
Maryland
1 review
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Great!
January 14, 2025

It was great! Can't wait to fly to Atlanta. Thank you for providing me with this service!

Date of experience: January 3, 2025