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JetBlue is officially launching first class out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.<\/p>\nJetBlue is officially launching first class out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.<\/p>\n
BROWARD COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright \u00a9 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) \u2014 JetBlue\u2019s new first class starts in Fort Lauderdale.<\/p>\n
The airline put BlueFirst, its new domestic first-class cabin, on sale Thursday across more than 30 routes. Limited-time introductory fares start at $249 one-way. The first revenue flight leaves Boston Logan International Airport on December 8, bound for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.<\/p>\n
That choice isn\u2019t an accident. Fort Lauderdale was JetBlue\u2019s first-ever destination, and now it becomes the first official destination for BlueFirst. Boston and Fort Lauderdale are two of the airline\u2019s largest focus cities. Within days of the launch, BlueFirst expands to select flights between Fort Lauderdale and New York\u2019s LaGuardia Airport, with more routes to follow in the weeks and months ahead.<\/p>\n
Of the 39 routes JetBlue lists in its initial BlueFirst schedule, 19 touch Fort Lauderdale. Palm Beach County travelers get a piece too: BlueFirst service is planned between West Palm Beach and LaGuardia starting in January, Westchester County, New York, in March, and Boston in April.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe designed BlueFirst to deliver a more accessible first-class experience that combines the thoughtful hospitality and service customers expect from JetBlue with exceptional value and comfort. We\u2019re excited that customers can now start making BlueFirst part of their travel plans,\u201d said Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue\u2019s chief executive officer. \u201cThis is just the beginning. As we bring BlueFirst to more aircraft, customers will see it become available on routes and in markets across our network, giving them even more opportunities to choose an elevated JetBlue experience.\u201d<\/p>\n
BlueFirst is being added to JetBlue\u2019s non-Mint fleet. Mint, the airline\u2019s business class, stays on longer flights. BlueFirst is expected on flights across the network where Mint isn\u2019t offered, including in Latin America and the Caribbean. JetBlue says it picked the first routes based on customer demand for premium travel, including popular leisure destinations, as part of a phased rollout.<\/p>\n
Introductory Fares<\/p>\n
Three routes carry the promotional pricing. Seats are limited, and the deadline is tight: you have to book by Friday, October 16, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.<\/p>\n
RouteIntroductory Fare (one-way)Travel WindowBoston (BOS) to\/from Fort Lauderdale (FLL)$299Dec. 8, 2026 \u2013 Feb. 10, 2027New York (LGA) to\/from Fort Lauderdale (FLL)$249Dec. 12, 2026 \u2013 Feb. 10, 2027New York (JFK) to Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)$299Jan. 5, 2027 \u2013 Feb. 10, 2027<\/p>\n
Blackout dates on both Fort Lauderdale routes are December 17, 2026, through January 4, 2027, and January 14 through January 18, 2027. The JFK-Liberia fare is blacked out January 14 through January 18, 2027, and is valid only for travel from JFK to Liberia, not the return.<\/p>\n
All three fares are one-way, subject to availability, and include government taxes and fees. Additional baggage fees, optional service charges and fare rules, including change and cancellation policies, may apply.<\/p>\n
What You Get<\/p>\n
JetBlue first unveiled BlueFirst in September. The cabin is laid out two-by-two. Here\u2019s what\u2019s in it:<\/p>\n
Seats: Tuft & Needle T&N Flex\u2122 foam, five inches of recline, and up to seven inches more legroom than JetBlue\u2019s Main seats.<\/p>\n
Entertainment: A 13.3-inch seatback screen with Bluetooth connectivity and the airline\u2019s Blueprint by JetBlue\u2122 entertainment system.<\/p>\n
Food: On flights of 899 miles or longer, a meal called FirstFare with an entr\u00e9e, side and dessert. Premium snacks are served on every BlueFirst flight.<\/p>\n
Drinks: Sommelier-selected wines from Parcelle, specialty coffee from Cometeer and Joe Coffee, and Smith Teamaker teas.<\/p>\n
Seatback ordering: Pick meals, browse onboard offerings, and use \u201cMixologist Mode\u201d to build a cocktail from available ingredients.<\/p>\n
Priority perks: Group 1 boarding, dedicated overhead bin space, priority check-in and baggage benefits, and expedited security at more than 30 participating airports.<\/p>\n
Three Fare Types<\/p>\n
Every BlueFirst fare includes one carry-on bag, one personal item, Group 1 boarding, and priority check-in and security access at select airports. From there, it splits three ways.<\/p>\n
BlueFirst includes two checked bags, free advance seat selection, and no change or cancellation fees.<\/p>\n
BlueFirst Flex adds refunds to the original form of payment if you cancel before scheduled departure, plus no fees for same-day switches or same-day standby.<\/p>\n
BlueFirst Base is the cheaper option. It comes with one checked bag, priority check-in and security, and Group 1 boarding. Seat selection is free only within 24 hours of departure, and changes and cancellations cost a fee. TrueBlue Mosaic 4 members and eligible JetBlue Premier Card cardmembers keep complimentary BlueHouse lounge access when booking Base.<\/p>\n
All fares are subject to fare rules and JetBlue\u2019s Contract of Carriage. Details are at jetblue.com\/flying-with-us\/our-fares.<\/p>\n
Upgrades for Mosaic Members<\/p>\n
JetBlue is turning its Move to Mint certificates into Premium Upgrade Certificates. They can be redeemed for both Mint and BlueFirst where available, at variable redemption rates.<\/p>\n
Mosaic 3 and Mosaic 4 members get the certificates as a tier benefit. Mosaic 4 members earn two more for every 100 Tiles earned beyond the tier threshold.<\/p>\n
At launch, Mosaic members booked on eligible fares can get complimentary space-available upgrades to BlueFirst before departure, depending on seat availability. Main Base and Even More Base fares aren\u2019t eligible. JetBlue says it will explain how space-available upgrades work in the coming weeks, ahead of launch.<\/p>\n
The airline describes the changes as part of an effort to make TrueBlue, its loyalty program, more rewarding.<\/p>\n
Every BlueFirst Route<\/p>\n
These are the planned BlueFirst routes available for booking on jetblue.com as of October 15, 2026. Every route runs in both directions. The month listed is the earliest currently scheduled flight with a BlueFirst-equipped plane.<\/p>\n
RouteStarting MonthFort Lauderdale \u2013 BostonDecemberFort Lauderdale \u2013 BuffaloDecemberFort Lauderdale \u2013 Liberia, Costa RicaDecemberFort Lauderdale \u2013 New York (LGA)DecemberFort Lauderdale \u2013 Washington, D.C.DecemberBoston \u2013 AustinJanuaryBoston \u2013 HoustonJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 ArubaJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 AustinJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 Cartagena, ColombiaJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 CharlotteJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 NashvilleJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 San Jos\u00e9, Costa RicaJanuaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 San Juan, Puerto RicoJanuaryNew York (JFK) \u2013 Canc\u00fan, MexicoJanuaryNew York (JFK) \u2013 Liberia, Costa RicaJanuaryNew York (JFK) \u2013 San Juan, Puerto RicoJanuaryNew York (LGA) \u2013 OrlandoJanuaryNew York (LGA) \u2013 West Palm BeachJanuaryBoston \u2013 Fort MyersFebruaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 Canc\u00fan, MexicoFebruaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 Dallas-Fort WorthFebruaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 New OrleansFebruaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 HartfordFebruaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicFebruaryNew York (JFK) \u2013 ArubaFebruaryNew York (JFK) \u2013 Fort MyersFebruaryNew York (JFK) \u2013 Providenciales, Turks and CaicosFebruaryFort Lauderdale \u2013 Medell\u00edn, ColombiaMarchFort Lauderdale \u2013 Westchester County, New YorkMarchWestchester County, New York \u2013 Fort MyersMarchWestchester County, New York \u2013 West Palm BeachMarchBoston \u2013 Canc\u00fan, MexicoAprilBoston \u2013 DenverAprilBoston \u2013 JacksonvilleAprilBoston \u2013 OrlandoAprilBoston \u2013 San Juan, Puerto RicoAprilBoston \u2013 TampaAprilBoston \u2013 West Palm BeachApril<\/p>\n
One caveat. JetBlue says BlueFirst may be available only on select flights or dates, sometimes intermittently. Schedules and aircraft assignments can change, and BlueFirst-equipped planes may fly other routes as operations require.<\/p>\n
BlueFirst joins the rest of JetBlue\u2019s premium lineup under its JetForward strategy: EvenMore, Mint, and BlueHouse lounges at JFK and Boston Logan. JetBlue calls itself New York\u2019s Hometown Airline and is a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan, flying to more than 100 destinations across the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Canada and Europe.<\/p>\n
More on BlueFirst and booking is at jetblue.com\/flying-with-us\/bluefirst.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"JetBlue is officially launching first class out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. BROWARD COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright \u00a9…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":429376,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[249,251,250],"class_list":["post-429375","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-fort-lauderdale","tag-fort-lauderdale","tag-fort-lauderdale-headlines","tag-fort-lauderdale-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/429375","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=429375"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/429375\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/429376"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=429375"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=429375"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=429375"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}