Watch Out for This New Fee When Selecting Seats on JetBlue Flights
JetBlue now charges flyers to sit in Core Preferred seats. These fees apply to more desirable seats on JetBlue planes. Find out what you need to know.
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If you like to travel and fly with JetBlue, there's some news that you'll want to know. The airline recently started charging an additional seat selection fee. This fee applies to aisle and window seats in more favorable parts of its planes. While you can avoid this cost, it's worth knowing before booking your next JetBlue flight.
Anticipate these seat selection fees when flying with JetBlue
JetBlue offers multiple fare types: Blue Basic, Blue, Blue Plus, Blue Extra, and Mint. For all fares except Blue Basic, travelers can choose a seat at no extra cost when booking their tickets. Blue Basic passengers must pay an additional fee to select a seat before check-in.
However, a new seat selection fee will impact some JetBlue customers. The airline recently started charging an additional fee to travelers who choose an aisle or window seat in more favorable parts of the plane. If you want one of these seats, it will cost you.
JetBlue labels these seats as Core Preferred. This fee applies to all flyers except elite TrueBlue status members. The exact fee varies by fare type and route.
Since these seats are closer to the front of the plane, travelers may prefer to pay extra to ensure they can get off the plane more quickly after landing. You should consider your needs and budget before paying an additional seat selection fee like this.
Only paid seats left? JetBlue will provide a complimentary seat during check-in or at the airport if only paid seats remain.
Avoid confusion when selecting a JetBlue seat
Keep in mind that JetBlue has other seats available for an extra fee. The airline has Even More Space seats available for booking. These seats offer travelers up to seven inches of legroom and pre-boarding perks. But to reserve these seats, you'll be charged an additional fee.
Understanding the differences between Core Preferred and Even More Space seats is essential. JetBlue provides more details about each seat type on its seat selection map, so look to this as a guide before choosing your seat.
Knowing what each seat offers can ensure you choose a seat that meets your needs and have accurate expectations before boarding the plane. It can also help you avoid wasting money. Every extra fee that you pay impacts your bank account.
Three tips to save money on JetBlue flights
Airfare expenses can quickly make your next trip very costly. Are you looking for a way to stretch your vacation budget further? Use deals and rewards to your advantage.
Here are a few tips that can help you save money when flying with JetBlue:
- Use the JetBlue best fare finder: JetBlue has a best fare finder tool on its website. You can search for your preferred departure and arrival airports and dates and compare airfare prices in the calendar view. This tool can help you find which dates offer the best flight prices.
- Book flights during a sale: JetBlue promotes several sales throughout the year. You can keep more money in your pocket by booking tickets during a sale. Follow JetBlue on social media so you don't miss the next sale.
- Pool your points: If your household members fly JetBlue often, you may be closer to making an award flight redemption than you realize. JetBlue TrueBlue members can pool their points for free. You can keep more cash in the bank when redeeming points for an award flight.
For additional ways to save money, check out our personal finance resources.
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