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While JetBlue has made strides in reducing fees and offering more affordable fares, its baggage policies can still catch some passengers off guard. Whether you're a frequent flyer or a first-time JetBlue customer, understanding the airline's baggage policy can help you avoid unexpected costs and make the most of your travel experience.
In this article, we'll take a closer look at JetBlue's baggage policy, including what you can expect to pay for your luggage and ways you can save on fees.
How Does The JetBlue Baggage Policy Work In 2023?
Although JetBlue maintained a no baggage fees policy for a while, the airline has made changes and it is likely that you’ll end up paying a fee on most JetBlue flights for any checked bags.
JetBlue allows you to check up to two bags at any time. This means that you can check your bags during booking up to your arrival at the airport. However, if your fare does not include any checked bags, you can save money by paying for your checked bags in advance via the JetBlue website or app.
However, as with most airlines, there are some weight and size restrictions for bags you intend to check when you fly with JetBlue. Your checked bag needs to be less than 62” when you add the length, width and height dimensions and a maximum of 50 pounds. The weight limit is increased to 70 pounds for Mint fares.
How Much Are JetBlue Baggage Fees?
Fortunately, unlike many airlines, JetBlue’s baggage fee structure is quite straightforward. This airline charges a flat rate on almost all of its flights. The fee is calculated according to your fare class and it applies each way. So, if you’re flying a round trip, you’ll need to pay double
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Domestic Flights
1st Bag | 2nd Bag | |
|---|---|---|
Blue Basic/Blue/Blue Extra | $35 | $45 |
Blue Plus | Included | $45 |
Mint | Included and up to 70 pounds | Included and up to 70 pounds |
Mosaic | Included | Included |
JetBlue Card Member | Included | $45 |
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International Flights
As we touched on above, there are some exceptions to the above fee structure, namely when you’re flying between the U.S and Europe & the UK. For these itineraries, the fees are as follows.
1st Bag | 2nd Bag | |
|---|---|---|
Blue Basic | $65/£55/€60 | $105/£85/€95 |
Blue Plus/Blue/Blue Extra | Included | $105/£85/€95 |
Mint | Included | Included |
Mosaic | Included | Included |
JetBlue Card Member | Included | $105/£85/€95 |
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What is the JetBlue Carry-On Baggage Policy?
JetBlue recently made changes to its carry on baggage policy. All fares allow for one personal item that will fit under the seat in front of you. The maximum size for these items is 17 inches long by 13 inches wide and 8 inches high, but it can be a daypack, purse, approved pet carrier or laptop bag.
Additionally, if you’re traveling on a Blue, Blue Plus, Blue Extra or Mint fare, you are permitted a carry-on bag that will fit into the overhead bin. These bags have a maximum size requirement of 22 inches long x 14 inches wide and 9 inches high including handles and wheels.
JetBlue also has a promise that if you have a Blue, Blue Extra or Mint fare on a domestic flight or if you’ve paid for an Even More Space seat, the airline will make space for your carry-on bag on board, providing it meets the above requirements. For all other fares and routes, the overhead bin space is provided on a first come, first served basis. If you’re in a later boarding group, you may need to gate check your carry on bag.
If you are traveling on a Blue Basic fare, it does not include an allowance for a carry on bag. If you bring a bag to the gate, it will need to be checked and it will incur a $65 fee if it is your first or second bag, or $180 for a third bag.
The exceptions to this are if you’re traveling to and from the UK and Europe, if you’ve combined a Blue Basic fare with an Even More Space purchase, or if you're a Mosaic member who gets early boarding and a carry-on bag with all fares. Additionally, unaccompanied minors and active U.S military members can have a carry on bag. However, only Blue Basic with Even More Space customers are guaranteed a carry on bag on board.
How to Save on JetBlue Baggage Fees
Fortunately, there are a number of ways that you can use to avoid paying JetBlue baggage fees. These include:
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Elite Status
Mosaic customers can enjoy up to two checked bags for free and you can qualify for Mosaic status in one of the following ways:
- Fly 30 segments and earn 12,000 Mosaic qualifying points
- Earn 15,000 Mosaic qualifying points
- Spend $50,000 on eligible purchases using your JetBlue Plus or JetBlue Business card.
All eligible travel companions booked on the reservation with a Mosaic member can check up to two bags free of charge.
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Book a Premium Fare
When you’re booking a JetBlue ticket, there are a number of fare class options, but bear in mind that the premium fares include free checked bags.
Blue Plus fares include first checked bags, but if you book a Mint fare, you’ll not only get two free checked bags, but the baggage allowance increases to 70 pounds per bag.
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Get Statement Credit
There are also a number of rewards credit cards that offer annual statement credit which you can use towards travel purchases including your baggage fees.
A good example of this is the Chase Sapphire Reserve. This card offers up to $300 in statement credit per year on any “travel” purchases on your statement.
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Credit Cards
While there are three JetBlue co-branded credit cards, only the JetBlue Plus and JetBlue Business cards offer first checked bags for free, provided that you buy your ticket using your card. This benefit also provides free first checked bags for up to three travel companions on the same reservation.
JetBlue Plus
This card has a $99 annual fee and a tiered reward structure weighted towards JetBlue purchases.
You’ll also get a 5,000 points bonus each anniversary, $100 statement credit for JetBlue Vacation packages, and 50% savings on in flight purchases.
JetBlue Business
This card also carries a $99 annual fee and the tiered rewards structure is also weighted towards JetBlue purchases.
In addition to first checked bags for free, you’ll get group A boarding, 50% savings on in flight purchases, anniversary points bonus, $100 in statement credit for JetBlue Vacation packages and 10% of your points back when you redeem them for JetBlue award flights.
JetBlue Baggage Restrictions
JetBlue allows customers traveling with assistive devices such as crutches, strollers or wheelchairs to bring these items without them counting towards checked bag or carry-on limits.
However, they are still subject to carry on weight and size restrictions. If your assistive device will not fit into the overhead bin, it will need to be gate checked. You can then have your item brought to the jet bridge or pick it up at bag claim.
How Much is the Overweight Baggage Fee?
If your bags don’t meet the size and weight restrictions we covered earlier, you will incur a fee.
- 51 pounds to 99 pounds: ($150/£120/€140 to/from the U.K. / Europe).
- 63 inches to 80 inches: ($150/£120/€140 to/from the U.K./Europe).
If you’re planning on checking more than two bags, or items which would incur an additional fee, you’ll need to add them to your booking from 24 hours before your scheduled departure or at the airport.
It is important to note that golf bags, skis, snowboards, skimboards and fishing rods are counted as one checked bag. However, provided these items are within the weight limits, they will not incur an oversized fee.
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FAQs
Yes, you can prepay for your baggage fees from the time that you book your flights. In fact, if you add up to two checked bags more than 24 hours before your scheduled departure, you’ll receive a $5 discount on each bag.
Unfortunately, JetBlue does not accept cash for baggage fees. However, in most domestic airport locations, you will find a ReadyStation kiosk where you can convert cash to a prepaid debit card and use this to pay your fees. This service does incur a $5 fee.
The fee depends on your fare class and itinerary, but it varies from $35 to $105 for first and second checked bags.
If you have a Mint fare or you’re a Mosaic member, you can get two free checked bags on your flight, while Blue Plus and JetBlue card members can receive one free checked bag.
If your backpack is within the maximum size restrictions and can fit under the seat in front of you, you can bring both a carry on and a backpack. The exception to this is Blue Basic fares, which do not allow a carry on.
JetBlue does not have a carry on weight restriction, but you must be able to lift it into the overhead bin.
Yes, TrueBlue Mosaic members get both first and second checked bags with no fee.
JetBlue waives the baggage fee for active duty U.S military members and their dependent family members for up to two checked bags each.
