There’s a very good JetBlue sale going on today and tomorrow: The Fly-Somewhere-New Sale. I want to highlight it because flying JetBlue is like flying with bottom tier status.
I have United Silver status, and just buying any JetBlue ticket mimics many of the benefits.
When I fly United, I get one checked bag fee. All JetBlue passengers get one checked bag free.
When I fly United, I get economy plus at check in, which is 34″ of pitch. Regular JetBlue seats have 34″ of pitch! I can’t usually get an aisle or window seat either on United at check in, which is a snap if you book a few weeks out on JetBlue.
When I fly United, I do get priority security and boarding. But JetBlue has an even better benefit for everyone: free DirecTV at every seat!
When I fly United, I earn valuable miles with a 25% bonus for my status. When you fly JetBlue, you get 5 points per dollar spent on the base fare. This is an advantage for United.
From the comparison, it should be clear that flying JetBlue is a pretty great deal for a casual traveler. The deal is made even better when there’s a sale on like now.
The sale page lists each way prices to several destinations from most JetBlue cities. Some of the deals are quite good.
Clicking on a fare gives its requirements. Most require a 14 day advance purchase and Tuesday or Wednesday travel.
Purchase by tomorrow for travel January 22 to February 13 (or beyond based on the route.)
I have earned millions of points, primarily though credit cards, to travel the world in first class for pennies. This blog will show you how to earn and redeem points to do the same!
I know JetBlue doesn’t get as much publicity on the blogs because they don’t have a great points redemption system however for the casual flyer I really think it’s the best deal out there. I fly out of LGB key Pacific Northwest all the time and as a big guy it’s the best and roomiest seat. Throw in a free bag and NFL on the TV as I fly out on Sunday for my work week, it’s the best thing ever. I highly recommend, especially for those in the LA area. Flying out of LGB can’t be beat,you’re in and out in an hour.
Oh and thanks for the great booking finding biz seats to Europe next summer.
LGB really is a great airport for people in South LA or even downtown. And I’ve watched the NBA finals for free on JetBlue, so I agree that sports-on-a-plane is the best. Glad you enjoyed the service!