JetBlue Plans to Add Seven New Cities from New
York and Boston, Expand Schedules in Existing Markets and More than
Triple Size at New York’s LaGuardia by 2022
JetBlue Set to Land in Canada for the First
Time Ever and Grow Presence in the Midwest, Southeast, Texas and
Latin America
JetBlue and American Airlines Announce Over 40
Additional Codeshare Routes
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) and American Airlines (NASDAQ:AAL) today
announced plans for the next phase of their Northeast Alliance –
authorized by the U.S. Department of Transportation earlier this
year – which is aimed at giving travelers in the northeast new
competitive choices. Enabled by the alliance, JetBlue will bring
its everyday low fares and award-winning service to more travelers
in the northeast by adding seven all-new new destinations in New
York and Boston, tripling flights at LaGuardia compared to 2019
levels and introducing more than 40 additional codeshare
routes.
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JetBlue Plans to Add Seven New Cities
from New York and Boston, Expand Schedules in Existing Markets and
More than Triple Size at New York’s LaGuardia by 2022 (Photo:
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“With the Northeast Alliance, we are finally able to give our
customers in New York and Boston what they’ve been asking for years
– more JetBlue service and more JetBlue low fares,” said Scott
Laurence, head of revenue and planning, JetBlue. “By connecting
with American’s large customer base and international network, we
can add new markets that we have been eying for many years. The
alliance quite literally gives us room to grow as we get greater
access to airports that we’ve been locked out of for years.”
“Our global partnerships are designed to grow our network to
benefit our customers, team members, and investors,” said Vasu
Raja, American’s Chief Revenue Officer. “Since the inception of our
partnership with JetBlue, we have committed to offering customers
more flights, more destinations, and a better experience when
traveling. We’re proud to deliver on those promises for our
customers, not just in the Northeast, but throughout the entire
American Airlines network, who now have greater access to the
world.”
Seven New JetBlue Cities
JetBlue plans to add seven new destinations to its route map
later this year and in 2022. Each new city advances JetBlue’s focus
city strategy in New York or Boston by strengthening JetBlue’s
service in the Midwest, southern U.S., Central America and
introducing JetBlue in Canada and Honduras. Seats will go on sale
in the coming months.
“Almost since day one, both our customers and crewmembers have
been asking us to add flights to the middle of the country and into
Canada,” Laurence said. “We can’t wait to shake up the status quo
in these markets currently dominated by high-fare carriers, and we
look forward to introducing new customers to JetBlue favorites like
live seatback TV, free Wi-Fi, the most legroom in coach and great
service from our friendly Crewmembers.”
"Over the past year, JetBlue and the Port Authority of New York
and New Jersey have worked together to prioritize the health and
well-being of air travelers and we’re looking forward to welcoming
customers back to our airports,” said Huntley A. Lawrence, Acting
Chief Operating Officer and Director, Aviation Department at the
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. “We congratulate JetBlue
on launching a dozen new routes at JFK and LGA—another sure and
positive sign that the hard work behind us is leading to better
days ahead.”
“Our continued partnership with airlines such as JetBlue is
important to ensuring that people get to where they have to go
during this extraordinary time,” said Ed Freni, Massport Aviation
Director. “Keeping our passengers and employees safe and healthy is
our number 1 priority. We encourage all travelers to wear masks and
follow social distancing guidelines, and to follow the
Commonwealth’s travel advisory when they arrive in Boston.”
New routes include service between:
- San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and:
- New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Launching October 2021
- “Today is an exciting day as we not only welcome a phenomenal
new airline partner in JetBlue but also new nonstop service to
Boston and New York. Boston has been our largest unserved market
for many years and we’re thrilled that JetBlue is planting its
roots in San Antonio to offer more options to our traveling
public,’ said Jesus H. Saenz, Jr., IAP, Director of Airports, San
Antonio Airport System.
- San Pedro Sula, Honduras’ Ramón Villeda Morales International
Airport (SAP) (a) and:
- New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Puerto Vallarta, Mexico’s Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International
Airport (PVR) (a) and:
- New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- First Quarter 2022
- “We are delighted to have been selected as a JetBlue city for
2022. Puerto Vallarta’s offering of year-round sunshine, wealth of
beaches with sea-to-mountain views, and inclusive, authentic
experiences provides an ideal getaway for a broad range of
travelers seeking a safe, easy-to-access tropical destination.”
said Luis Villaseñor, Director General for Puerto Vallarta Tourism.
“The New York metropolitan area is an incredibly important source
market and JetBlue’s decision to launch a route from JFK
International to Puerto Vallarta recognizes the destination’s
continued appeal among U.S. travelers while providing an
opportunity to welcome first-time visitors in the New Year.”
- Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and:
- New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Launching Second Quarter 2022
- “JetBlue’s decision to add Kansas City to its growing network
further validates this region’s position as the economic engine in
the heart of America,” said Pat Klein, director of aviation, Kansas
City Aviation Department.
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and:
- New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Launching Second Quarter 2022
- “This is exciting news for travelers throughout Wisconsin and
northern Illinois. JetBlue has been one of the most requested
airlines for MKE, and we are happy to help bring this new service
to MKE in 2022,” Airport Director Brian Dranzik said. “These new
nonstop flights to Boston and New York-JFK will be a fantastic
option for travelers coming to and from Milwaukee.”
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR) (a) and
- New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) [seasonal]
- Launching Summer 2022
- “We’re delighted that JetBlue has selected Vancouver as its
first Canadian destination with service from YVR to New York City
and Boston,” said Tamara Vrooman, President & CEO, Vancouver
Airport Authority. “As we move through the pandemic and prepare for
a safe and healthy return to non-essential travel, this new
service, scheduled for Summer 2022, gives us all something to look
forward to. By selecting YVR, JetBlue has signaled a vote of
confidence in our region as a premier destination, and our airport
as a trusted partner, that together will attract a mix of business
and leisure travelers when the time is right to fly again.”
- Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) [seasonal]
- Launching Summer 2022
- “It is an exhilarating day for western North Carolina when we
learn that JetBlue is adding Asheville to their route map,” said
Lew Bleiweis, A.A.E., Executive Director of Asheville Regional
Airport. “Western North Carolina and Boston are two areas that
people want to go, and the nonstop flights will be incredible for
air travelers. We look forward to a long and successful partnership
with JetBlue, and can’t wait to paint the town BLUE in 2022!”
JetBlue will operate new routes using a variety of aircraft
offering the airline's award-winning service featuring the most
legroom in coach (a); free Fly-Fi, the fastest broadband internet
in the sky (b); complimentary and unlimited name-brand snacks and
soft drinks; free, live DIRECTV® programming and 100+ channels of
SiriusXM® radio at every seat.
More Landings at LaGuardia
JetBlue – New York’s Hometown Airline® – also announced
significant growth plans at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) made possible
by the Northeast Alliance. By the end of this year, JetBlue plans
to operate more than two dozen daily departures and intends to more
than double that number by summer 2022 with more than 50 daily
departures.
A portion of JetBlue’s growth will come from added frequencies
between LaGuardia and Boston – a key business market and a route
linking the airline’s two Northeast focus cities – with up to 15
daily roundtrips in 2022. Existing markets between LaGuardia and
Charleston, S.C.; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Orlando, Fla.; West Palm
Beach, Fla.; Fort Myers, Fla.; and Tampa, Fla. will also see
increased flying resulting in schedules that are more
competitive.
“Time and again when JetBlue comes into a market, fares go down,
service improves and customers win,” said Laurence. “When we came
into the market between Boston and Atlanta, for example, advance
purchase fares dropped by more than 40 percent. Now, by building a
meaningful presence at LaGuardia we are set on bringing true
competition there just as we have done throughout our 21-year
history.”
JetBlue’s targeted growth plan at LaGuardia will also include
the introduction of a half dozen new markets with service between
LaGuardia and:
- Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
- Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
- Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
- Launching First Quarter 2022
- Nashville International Airport (BNA)
- Launching Second Quarter 2022
- Portland International Jetport (PWM)
Leading in Cross-Country Comfort
Together with American, JetBlue will offer expanding premium
travel choices on transcontinental – or cross-country – routes with
the airline’s award-winning Mint® service at New York-JFK, Newark
and Boston. Mint service – featuring lie flat seating, curated
dining and elevated hospitality – will be offered on flights
between the three East Coast airports and five key cities in the
West: Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle and Las Vegas.
Additionally, JetBlue will continue to offer Mint on a variety of
seasonal, Caribbean and Central American routes from multiple focus
cities.
American will introduce its premium A321T aircraft – featuring
Flagship® First and Flagship® Business with lie-flat seats and an
elevated onboard experience – on flights between Boston and Los
Angeles, complementing JetBlue’s Mint schedule. Together JetBlue
and American will operate more flights between Boston and Los
Angeles than any other airline. The A321T has been the standard of
comfort on American’s flights between New York-JFK and Los Angeles
as well as between JFK and San Francisco.
More Flying and More Customers
Following an approximately six-month review, the DOT has agreed
to terminate its review of the alliance in exchange for a series of
commitments to ensure the alliance delivers consumers benefits
without harming competition. With these new markets in both JFK and
LaGuardia, JetBlue and American are demonstrating that commitment
to growth.
Through this alliance, JetBlue expects to reach its largest ever
number of flights in New York later this year. To accomplish this
growth, the airline will return the majority of its parked aircraft
to service that would have otherwise sat idle. In just the first
few months of the Northeast Alliance, JetBlue has already served
more than 2.4 million customers.
More Codesharing Routes Added
As part of the Northeast Alliance – and building upon initial
details announced in February – JetBlue will implement the next
phase of its codeshare with American, bringing customers more
competitive choices in New York and Boston.
On sale May 3, 2021, JetBlue will place its “B6” code and
American will place its “AA” code on more than 30 combined
additional markets. The newest codeshare routes are made up of a
variety of markets including short and medium haul flights linking
major cities, transcon flying and routes serving unique leisure
destinations. In the coming months, Customers will see further
expansion in code, bringing the total to over 40 new markets, as
well as expand the ability to book connecting flights between the
two carriers on one itinerary. All flights will be for sale on
jetblue.com, making booking easy and familiar to JetBlue
Customers.
A long-standing industry practice, codesharing allows travelers
to book directly with their preferred airline for flights operated
by a partner airline. It’s one more way JetBlue brings its
award-winning customer service to the new alliance.
Over time, customers of both JetBlue’s TrueBlue and American’s
AAdvantage® programs will be able to enjoy reciprocal benefits.
This will begin in the coming weeks with the ability to earn points
or miles on either carrier, enhancing the value of both loyalty
programs to all flyers.
Over time, Customers will also be able to redeem points or miles
on either carrier. Further, the airlines are exploring
opportunities to recognize JetBlue Mosaic customers and American’s
AAdvantage elite members across both airlines. In addition to more
details being announced to loyalty program members throughout this
year, JetBlue and American will be revealing enhancements to the
customer experience and additional offerings through JetBlue
Vacations.
Connecting at Kennedy
With customer convenience top of mind, JetBlue also intends to
improve the experience for the growing number of travelers expected
to connect at New York-JFK. Later this year JetBlue and American
plan to launch a new, post-security shuttle service between JetBlue
at Terminal 5 and American at Terminal 8. More details will be
shared as plans are finalized.
American’s Additional Flying
Today American announced their own series of updates made
possible by the Northeast Alliance. Beginning Oct. 31, the carrier
will expand its international route map with nonstop service
between New York-JFK and Delhi, India’s Indira Gandhi International
Airport (DEL). Domestically, American will also add nonstop service
between LaGuardia and Houston, Oklahoma City and Omaha, Neb. In
Boston, the airline will add new nonstop service between Logan and
Cincinnati, St. Louis and Toronto. Today’s news from American comes
as the airline readies to launch previously announced service
between New York-JFK and Tel Aviv in May and between New York-JFK
and Athens in June. For more details visit: news.aa.com.
About JetBlue Airways
JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline®, and a leading carrier
in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San
Juan. JetBlue carries customers across the U.S., Caribbean and
Latin America. For more information, visit jetblue.com.
(a)
Subject to receipt of government operating
authority.
(b)
JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach
based on average fleet-wide seat pitch for U.S. airlines.
(c)
Fly-Fi and live television are available
on all JetBlue-operated flights. On ViaSat-2 equipped aircraft,
Fly-Fi will not be available on portions of some routes, and live
television will not be available while operating outside of the
contiguous U.S., or until the aircraft returns to the coverage
area. On all other aircraft, Fly-Fi and live television will not be
available while operating outside of the contiguous U.S., or until
the aircraft returns to the coverage area.
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