Alex Breen, Rewards Analyst
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You typically need between 5,000 and 100,000 points for a free flight on JetBlue, depending on the distance, which airports you fly between, and the dates of your trip. For example, you can redeem 6,100+ JetBlue points for a free one-way flight from New York to Boston.
How Many Points You Need for a Free Flight on JetBlue
- New York (JFK) to Boston (BOS): 6,100+ points
- Chicago (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL): 7,900+ points
- Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (JFK): 10,700+ points
- New York (JFK) to Cancun (CUN): 8,500+ points
- New York (JFK) to Guatemala City (GUA): 9,000+ points
- New York (JFK) to London (LHR): 24,700+ points
All of the point requirements above are for one-way flights in JetBlue's Blue class. Mint class flights will cost more points, typically between 30,000 and 500,000 per one-way flight.
If you’re a frequent flyer with JetBlue, consider applying for a JetBlue credit card. Using a JetBlue co-branded credit card can help you earn more points. If you're interested in learning more, check out WalletHub's in-depth review of JetBlue TrueBlue program.
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How much are JetBlue points worth?
JetBlue points are worth about 1.37 cents each on average, meaning 10,000 JetBlue points are worth roughly $137. The value of JetBlue points depends on how they are redeemed, and each point can be worth up to about 1.5 cents when redeemed for flights. You can use WalletHub’s JetBlue Points Value Calculator to estimate the cash value of any number of points.
JetBlue Points Value Range
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When do JetBlue points expire?
JetBlue points do not expire while your JetBlue TrueBlue account is active and in good standing. Points will be forfeited if JetBlue closes your account for violating program rules, including fraudulent activity, or if you close it yourself.
When JetBlue Points May Be Forfeited
- When you close your account without redeeming any unused points.
- When JetBlue closes your account due to program rule violations or fraudulent activity.
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read full answer by WalletHub, Financial CompanyHow many JetBlue TrueBlue points do you earn per dollar?
With JetBlue's TrueBlue program, you earn between 1 and 15 points for every dollar spent on JetBlue flights. The number of points earned varies based on fare type, booking channel, and whether you're a TrueBlue member or a JetBlue credit cardholder.
JetBlue TrueBlue Points Earning Rates
| Type of Earning | Blue / Blue Plus / Blue Extra / Mint | Blue Basic |
| Base airfare | 3 points | 1... |
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