{"id":261480,"date":"2026-10-15T15:42:30","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T15:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=261480\/"},"modified":"2026-10-15T15:49:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T15:49:16","slug":"jetblue-will-launch-a-mini-mint-domestic-first-class-this-year-heres-what-we-know-so-far","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/jetblue-trueblue\/jetblue-domestic-first-class\/","title":{"rendered":"JetBlue BlueFirst Tickets Are Now on Sale \u2014 Here\u2019s How Much They Cost"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For many years, JetBlue has operated its Mint lie-flat premium cabin. It first rolled it out domestically on transcontinental routes and quickly became one of the best ways to fly coast to coast. Then, when JetBlue entered the transatlantic market, it further enhanced Mint and launched Mint Studio with extra space.<\/p>\n<p>Now, as JetBlue makes strategic moves to attract flyers and stay in business, the airline is rolling out its new domestic first class product: BlueFirst. If you're confused by the name, the product was initially teased as Mini Mint.<\/p>\n<p>Here's everything we know about JetBlue's upcoming first class product, including details on the hard and soft product, which routes are on sale, and how much they cost.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"JetBlue_BlueFirst_Seats_Now_On_Sale\">JetBlue BlueFirst Seats Now On Sale<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>JetBlue announced on October 15 that <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.news.jetblue.com\/latest-news\/press-release-details\/2026\/JetBlues-BlueFirst-New-Domestic-First-Class-Now-on-Sale\/default.aspx\" rel=\"noopener\">BlueFirst is officially available for booking<\/a>. The new first class product will be rolling out in phases. Seats on the first 39 routes are already available, and service starts as early as December 8, 2026. However, most routes launch in spring 2027, according to the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jetblue.com\/flying-with-us\/bluefirst\" rel=\"noopener\">BlueFirst website<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-1406\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-1406 tablepress-responsive\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Route<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">To\/from<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Start date<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">December 8, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Washington D.C. (DCA)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">December 12, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">New York (LGA)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">December 12, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Buffalo (BUF)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">December 20, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">December 26, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Austin (AUS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 4, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Nashville (BNA)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 5, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">San Jos\u00e9, Costa Rica (SJO)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 5, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-10 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 5, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-11 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">New York (JFK)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 5, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-12 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Aruba (AUA)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 14, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-13 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Charlotte (CLT)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 14, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-14 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Cancun, Mexico (CUN)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">New York (JFK)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 14, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-15 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">New York (JFK)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 14, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-16 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">New York (LGA)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Orlando (MCO)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 14, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-17 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Austin (AUS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 28, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-18 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Houston (IAH)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 28, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-19 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Cartagena, Colombia (CTG)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 28, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-20 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">West Palm Beach (DJT)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">New York (LGA)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">January 28, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-21 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Aruba (AUA)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">New York (JFK)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 4, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-22 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Cancun, Mexico (CUN)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 4, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-23 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hartford (BDL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-24 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Myers (RSW)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-25 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Dallas\/Fort Worth (DFW)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-26 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">New Orleans (MSY)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-27 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (SDQ)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-28 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">New York (JFK)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Providenciales, Turks and Caicos (PLS)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-29 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">New York (JFK)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Myers (RSW)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">February 11, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-30 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">West Palm Beach (DJT)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Westchester County (HPN)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">March 18, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-31 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Westchester County (HPN)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">March 18, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-32 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fort Lauderdale (FLL)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Medell\u00edn, Colombia (MDE)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">March 18, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-33 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Westchester County (HPN)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fort Myers (RSW)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">March 18, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-34 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Cancun, Mexico (CUN)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-35 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Denver (DEN)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-36 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">West Palm Beach (DJT)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-37 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Jacksonville (JAX)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-38 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Orlando (MCO)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-39 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-40 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Boston (BOS)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Tampa (TPA)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">April 15, 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span id=\"Introductory_fares\">Introductory fares<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want to be one of the first people to experience JetBlue BlueFirst but you don't want to pay a premium, you can book one of three BlueFirst introductory fares. For each fare, you'll need to book by <strong>October 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET<\/strong>, but travel dates vary by destination:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Boston (BOS) to\/from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) from $299:<\/strong> Travel between December 8, 2026, and February 10, 2027. \u00a0Blackout dates from December 17, 2026, to January 4, 2027, and January 14-18 apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>New York (LGA) to\/from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) from $249:<\/strong> Travel between December 12, 2026, and February 10, 2027. \u00a0Blackout dates from December 17, 2026, to January 4, 2027, and January 14-18 apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>New York (JFK) to\/from Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) from $299:<\/strong> Travel between January 5 and February 10, 2027. \u00a0Blackout dates from January 14 to January 18 apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_282037\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/279\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-282037 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.17.14.png\" alt=\"JetBlue BlueFirst introductory fares\" width=\"750\" height=\"279\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.17.14.png 1946w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.17.14-750x279.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.17.14-900x335.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.17.14-768x286.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.17.14-1536x571.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h3><span id=\"Additional_routes_available\">Additional routes available<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In our searches, we're seeing additional routes available for booking. For instance, New York (JFK) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is not on the above list, but is clearly available for booking:<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_282034\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/151\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-282034 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.14.30.png\" alt=\"JetBlue search result for flight from JFK to FLL\" width=\"750\" height=\"151\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.14.30.png 1420w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.14.30-750x151.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.14.30-900x181.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.14.30-768x155.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>BlueFirst is priced at $364, only an $81 premium over EvenMore seating, and $150 more than main cabin. However, JetBlue sells three different fares within BlueFirst: BlueFirst Base, BlueFirst, and BlueFirst Flex.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_282035\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/342\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-282035 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.08.png\" alt=\"JetBlue BlueFirst fare comparison\" width=\"750\" height=\"342\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.08.png 1380w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.08-750x342.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.08-900x411.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.08-768x351.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>BlueFirst Base auto-assigns a seat and has change or cancellation fees, but still includes priority check-in, Group 1 boarding, and one checked bag. BlueFirst includes seat selection and two checked bags, a $45 premium in the initial pricing. BlueFirst Flex includes everything in BlueFirst, is fully refundable, and includes free same-day switch and standby. We were originally told that BlueFirst Base would not include a checked bag, so this is a positive change from the initial announcement.<\/p>\n<p>Award flights are also reasonably priced, with BlueFirst starting at 27,000 TrueBlue, plus $5.60 in taxes and fees. That gives you a value of 1.33\u00a2 per point, which is in line with standard JetBlue redemptions.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_282036\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/160\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-282036 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.38.png\" alt=\"JetBlue award search for flight from JFK to FLL\" width=\"750\" height=\"160\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.38.png 1416w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.38-750x160.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.38-900x192.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-15-at-15.15.38-768x164.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Overall, BlueFirst appears to be a small premium over EvenMore seating, at least at launch. We'll monitor future pricing as the rollout continues.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"About_JetBlue_BlueFirst\">About JetBlue BlueFirst<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve known limited details about the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jetblue.com\/flying-with-us\/bluefirst\" rel=\"noopener\">BlueFirst product<\/a> since summer 2024. JetBlue will use the Collins Aerospace MiQ seat, which is already used in domestic first class cabins on many American Airlines and Delta Air Lines flights.<\/p>\n<p>However, JetBlue <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.jetblue.com\/latest-news\/press-release-details\/2026\/Meet-BlueFirst-JetBlue-Puts-a-Modern-Twist-on-First-Class\/default.aspx\" rel=\"noopener\">shared a few more details in the summer of 2026<\/a> about what passengers can expect when booking BlueFirst, and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/jetblue-trueblue\/\" rel=\"noopener\">JetBlue TrueBlue<\/a> members will likely be very excited. The seats include some nice features, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Seat cushioning provided by Tuft & Needle, which is &#8220;designed to offer each customer personalized support and responsive pressure relief throughout the flight&#8221; and is only available on JetBlue<\/li>\n<li>Five inches of recline and up to seven inches of additional legroom compared to JetBlue's Main seats<\/li>\n<li>13.3-inch seatback screen with Bluetooth connectivity, including the latest Blueprint by JetBlue entertainment platform<\/li>\n<li>In-seat USB-A, USB-C and 110VAC power<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary<b>\u00a0<\/b>Fly-Fi high-speed internet<\/li>\n<li>Blanket and snooze kit on overnight flights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Without further ado, here's what the BlueFirst seat will look like:<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_276274\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-276274 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating.jpg\" alt=\"jetblue bluefirst seat\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating-900x720.jpg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Tuft-Needle-Seating-325x260.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>This product will be available in a 2-2 configuration. There should be three rows on the A220 and A320, for a total of 12 seats. On the larger A321, there will be four rows, for a total of 16 seats.<\/p>\n<p>That means it should be a fairly standard domestic first class. Delta's first class cabin on smaller planes like the Embraer ERJ-175 or CRJ-900 features four rows in a 1-2 configuration, for a total of 12 seats. However, JetBlue runs an all-Airbus fleet. For comparison, Delta's A320 has 16 first class seats, so depending on pricing and demand, JetBlue BlueFirst might be a bit harder to come by.<\/p>\n<p>These seats will be installed on every aircraft in JetBlue\u2019s fleet that doesn\u2019t already feature the airline\u2019s Mint product. To make room for the larger seats, standard economy legroom is expected to shrink to 30 inches \u2014 a major downgrade from its current industry-best economy legroom of 32 inches.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Additional_perks_for_BlueFirst_customers\">Additional perks for BlueFirst customers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As part of the rollout, JetBlue is stepping up its complimentary in-flight dining and beverages. Here's what to expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Seatback ordering, including &#8220;mixologist mode&#8221; to be able to order custom mixed drinks directly from the seatback<\/li>\n<li>FirstFare on flights 899 miles or longer, which is a bento box that comes with an entr\u00e9e, side, and dessert<\/li>\n<li>Every flight will include premium snacks from brands like Sockerbit, Tosi, Wholesome Bakery, Pop Daddy Snacks, and Cape Cod Chips<\/li>\n<li>Sommelier-selected wines from New York\u2019s Parcelle, specialty coffee from Cometeer and Joe Coffee, and teas from Teamaker<\/li>\n<li>Premium glassware and artist-designed coasters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mixologist mode is an interesting new feature, which should ensure accurate ordering, if anything.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_276273\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-276273 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens.jpg\" alt=\"jetblue bluemint seatback screen\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens-900x720.jpg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seatback-Screens-325x260.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Beyond dining and drinks, BlueFirst customers will enjoy several perks before, during, and after their flight. They include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Group 1 boarding<\/li>\n<li>Dedicated overhead bin space<\/li>\n<li>Priority check-in<\/li>\n<li>Access to an expedited lane to the security checkpoint at more than 30 airports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>BlueFirst Flex fares include perks like no change or cancellation fees, two free checked bags, and priority baggage delivery. This is an important callout from JetBlue \u2014 and now we know BlueFirst Base fares will not be changeable. JetBlue is the latest airline to offer a basic premium ticket, following <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/air-canada-aeroplan\/basic-fares-premium-cabins\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada<\/a>, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/delta-skymiles\/travel-experiences-fare-class-changes\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Delta<\/a>, and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/united-mileageplus\/tiered-fare-category-changes\/\" rel=\"noopener\">United<\/a>. After BlueFirst Basic launches, it will probably be only a matter of time until JetBlue rolls out Mint Basic.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"BlueFirst_Rollout_Timeline\">BlueFirst Rollout Timeline<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We can now officially say JetBlue BlueFirst is on sale, and departures will begin on December 8, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>It's clear that JetBlue believes the new premium cabin will help improve its Revenue per Available Seat Mile (RASM), one of the airline industry\u2019s most important financial metrics. Put simply, RASM measures how much revenue an airline generates per seat for every mile flown.<\/p>\n<p>The airline also believes the new cabin will help it compete more effectively in key focus cities like Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, where JetBlue also plans to open a future <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/jetblue-trueblue\/jetblue-bluehouse-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener\">BlueHouse lounge<\/a> once it secures enough space for the project. JetBlue recently opened a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/jetblue-trueblue\/jetblue-bluehouse-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener\">BlueHouse lounge in Boston<\/a>, and it appears to be trying to shed the low-cost carrier classification and market itself as a premium airline.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_276287\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-276287 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating.jpg\" alt=\"JetBlue's BlueFirst cabin showing three rows of two seats\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating-900x720.jpg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/JetBlue_BlueFirst-Seating-325x260.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: JetBlue<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Upgrades are changing, too. JetBlue is updating its Move to Mint certificates and changing them into Premium Upgrade Certificates, which you can redeem for both Mint and BlueFirst. Mosaic 3 and Mosaic 4 members will receive Premium Upgrade Certificates as part of their tier benefits, and Mosaic 4 members can earn two additional certificates for every 100 Tiles earned beyond the tier threshold.<\/p>\n<p>Mosaic members booked on eligible fares (excluding basic tickets) will be eligible for complimentary space-available upgrades to BlueFirst at launch, subject to availability. More details on these upgrades will be shared ahead of launch.<\/p>\n<p>It will be interesting to see whether a refresh of JetBlue's <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/jetblue-trueblue\/jetblue-credit-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\">co-branded cards<\/a> is on the horizon that will bring BlueFirst perks. Down the line, we may even see reciprocal upgrades with <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/airlines\/united-jetblue-expand-blue-sky-partnership\/\" rel=\"noopener\">strategic partners like United<\/a>. Time will tell how this new product innovation will change JetBlue's operations and prospects.<\/p>\n<p>All of JetBlue's information pages, like the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jetblue.com\/help\/checked-bags\" rel=\"noopener\">checked bag policy<\/a> and\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jetblue.com\/help\/changes-cancellations-and-standby\" rel=\"noopener\">changes and cancellation policy<\/a>, have been updated to include information about BlueFirst, so they are good resources for more details.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Our_Take\">Our Take<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>BlueFirst will be an exciting new addition to the JetBlue experience. With a true domestic first class product flying on every plane, JetBlue can effectively compete with other mainline carriers. As the premium customer remains the most important in the sky, BlueFirst will better attract those customers and keep them from flying another airline's first class product.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we know pricing and launch details, you're ready to experience BlueFirst for yourself.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ftoc\"><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_light_blue no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Page Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#JetBlue_BlueFirst_Seats_Now_On_Sale\">JetBlue BlueFirst Seats Now On Sale<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Introductory_fares\">Introductory fares<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Additional_routes_available\">Additional routes available<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#About_JetBlue_BlueFirst\">About JetBlue BlueFirst<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Additional_perks_for_BlueFirst_customers\">Additional perks for BlueFirst customers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#BlueFirst_Rollout_Timeline\">BlueFirst Rollout Timeline<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Our_Take\">Our Take<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>JetBlue just announced key details about the launch of BlueFirst. 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