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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
JetBlue's Latest Big Partnership Isn't With Another Airline
JetBlue is teaming up with Brightline, the nation's first private, intercity rail operator. As part of the new initiative, JetBlue customers will be able to book itineraries that feature both a flight and a train trip. As The Points Guy reports, JetBlue's new collaboration with Brightline arrives after the New York based airline announced a new partnership with United Airlines. "This partnership enables travelers to book a single ticket for both air and rail, offering a fast, reliable, and eco-friendly rail transportation option while seamlessly connecting to JetBlue's extensive network," Barbara Drahl, Brightline senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy, said in an official statement Tuesday. As part of the new collab, JetBlue-Brightline connections will include complimentary shuttle service between airports and nearby stations. Whether you're flying in coach or opting for JetBlue's premium cabin, passengers can expect product overlap. On air and rail bookings, passengers flying via JetBlue economy tickets will shift to a standard "Smart" fare on Brightline, while passengers flying Mint will then shift into Brightline's premium cars. "Together we're expanding transportation options for all of our customers to get to where they want to go, whether they're starting their journey, heading to their final destination, or adjusting plans along the way," said Dave Jehn, JetBlue's vice president of network planning and airline partnerships, in a statement announcing the news. JetBlue's new initiative with Brightline arrives two years after the latter extended its Florida rail service, linking the Sunshine State's coast with the terminals at Orlando International Airport (MCO). The train runs from Orlando to Miami, with intermediate stops in West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Ft. Lauderdale, and Aventura. It reaches speeds of up to 125 miles per hour, the fastest train in North America aside from Amtrak's Acela service. JetBlue's Latest Big Partnership Isn't With Another Airline first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 3, 2025
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
JetBlue, Brightline team up for 'seamless' air-and-rail booking in Florida, what to know
Traveling on planes, trains and automobiles may get a little easier with a new partnership between JetBlue Airways and Brightline announced on June 3. The New York-based airline, which has made Florida a priority in its expansion, and the nation's only privately-owned passenger rail are offering "a seamless air-and-rail booking experience for travel across Central and South Florida" by allowing JetBlue passengers to book both a plane and train trip directly on as part of a combined itinerary. This allows travelers to Florida to hop off a plane and onto a train (or shuttle to a train) heading to one of Brightline's stations from Orlando down the Sunshine State's east coast in West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Aventura, and Miami. Tickets are expected to be on sale immediately. The partnership also offers alternative itineraries for Brightline to fill in when air travel runs into problems. If your JetBlue flight is stuck in Orlando, you could take a train to your destination instead of waiting to take off. 'As we continue to grow in Florida and offer more flights to and from cities like Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando, our partnership with Brightline helps us deliver even more value and convenience to our customers,' said Dave Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue. 'JetBlue and Brightline share a commitment to innovation and great service, and together we're expanding transportation options for all of our customers to get to where they want to go, whether they're starting their journey, heading to their final destination, or adjusting plans along the way.' Just search by city (not airport) at JetBlue's site or on its app to get options, and you'll see suggested itineraries, which will include connections to a Brightline train segment. JetBlue's economy tickets will match up with Brightline's Smart fare, and Mint passengers will get seats with Brightline's Premium service. according to a release. When connecting from JetBlue to Brightline, you must collect all checked bags before going to the train station. Bag transfers are not provided. 'We are proud to partner with JetBlue to enhance connectivity throughout Florida,' said Barbara Drahl, senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy at Brightline. 'This partnership enables travelers to book a single ticket for both air and rail, offering a fast, reliable, and eco-friendly rail transportation option while seamlessly connecting to JetBlue's extensive network.' Brightline's Orlando station is located at Orlando International Airport, directly adjacent to Terminal C, connected by a walkway. In South Florida, the Fort Lauderdale Brightline station is about five miles from the Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Brightline offers shuttle service, which can be included in the JetBlue air-and-rail booking. Not yet, anyway. (This story was updated to add new information.) This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: JetBlue, Brightline partner to offer air-and-rail tickets in Florida
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Fly, Ride, Explore: JetBlue and Brightline Launch Partnership Offering More Travel Connections Across Florida
The first intermodal agreement for JetBlue, Brightline's high-speed rail service will enhance connectivity and convenience for customers traveling on combined itineraries through Central and South Florida NEW YORK, June 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) and Brightline, America's first and only privately owned, operated, and maintained passenger rail system, today announced a new partnership that offers customers a seamless air-and-rail booking experience for travel across Central and South Florida. For the first time, JetBlue customers can book Brightline tickets directly on as part of a combined itinerary providing even more options to get to and from cities like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. "As we continue to grow in Florida and offer more flights to and from cities like Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando, our partnership with Brightline helps us deliver even more value and convenience to our customers," said Dave Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue. "JetBlue and Brightline share a commitment to innovation and great service, and together we're expanding transportation options for all of our customers to get to where they want to go, whether they're starting their journey, heading to their final destination, or adjusting plans along the way." Brightline provides easy connections between JetBlue flights and stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The Orlando station, located at Orlando International Airport, allows for effortless transfers between air and rail. In South Florida, Brightline offers shuttle service between airports and nearby stations, included in the JetBlue air-and-rail booking for added convenience. When booking JetBlue's Mint® or core experience, customers can be matched with Brightline's available Premium or Smart fare classes, respectively. "We are proud to partner with JetBlue to enhance connectivity throughout Florida," said Barbara Drahl, senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy at Brightline. "This partnership enables travelers to book a single ticket for both air and rail, offering a fast, reliable, and eco-friendly rail transportation option while seamlessly connecting to JetBlue's extensive network." JetBlue customers with air-and-rail itineraries can take advantage of Brightline's comfortable and reliable train service, which includes high-speed connectivity, spacious seating, a premium onboard experience, and direct access to beloved destinations across Central and South Florida. In addition to expanding travel options for new bookings, this agreement also enables JetBlue to offer alternative itineraries that incorporate Brightline rail segments during periods of irregular Florida operations, providing more flexibility for customers and enhancing recovery options when travel doesn't go as planned. More information on this partnership can be found at About JetBlue 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 to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Latin America, Caribbean, Canada and United Kingdom. For more information and the best fares, visit About Brightline Brightline seamlessly connects travelers to top destinations and major events between Central and South Florida with stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The company offers a hospitality-centric experience designed to reinvent train travel at a comparable price to driving or flying. Brightline is recognized as one of TIME100's Most Influential Companies, one of the World's 50 Most Innovative by Fast Company and one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast by Inc. The company focuses on city pairs that are too close to fly and too long to drive. Construction is currently underway to connect Las Vegas to Southern California. For more information, visit and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X. View source version on Contacts JetBlue Corporate CommunicationsTel: +1.718.709.3089corpcomm@ Ashley Blasewitz, Michael Hicks, Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Business Wire
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Fly, Ride, Explore: JetBlue and Brightline Launch Partnership Offering More Travel Connections Across Florida
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) and Brightline, America's first and only privately owned, operated, and maintained passenger rail system, today announced a new partnership that offers customers a seamless air-and-rail booking experience for travel across Central and South Florida. For the first time, JetBlue customers can book Brightline tickets directly on as part of a combined itinerary providing even more options to get to and from cities like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. 'As we continue to grow in Florida and offer more flights to and from cities like Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando, our partnership with Brightline helps us deliver even more value and convenience to our customers,' said Dave Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue. 'JetBlue and Brightline share a commitment to innovation and great service, and together we're expanding transportation options for all of our customers to get to where they want to go, whether they're starting their journey, heading to their final destination, or adjusting plans along the way.' Brightline provides easy connections between JetBlue flights and stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The Orlando station, located at Orlando International Airport, allows for effortless transfers between air and rail. In South Florida, Brightline offers shuttle service between airports and nearby stations, included in the JetBlue air-and-rail booking for added convenience. When booking JetBlue's Mint ® or core experience, customers can be matched with Brightline's available Premium or Smart fare classes, respectively. 'We are proud to partner with JetBlue to enhance connectivity throughout Florida,' said Barbara Drahl, senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy at Brightline. 'This partnership enables travelers to book a single ticket for both air and rail, offering a fast, reliable, and eco-friendly rail transportation option while seamlessly connecting to JetBlue's extensive network.' JetBlue customers with air-and-rail itineraries can take advantage of Brightline's comfortable and reliable train service, which includes high-speed connectivity, spacious seating, a premium onboard experience, and direct access to beloved destinations across Central and South Florida. In addition to expanding travel options for new bookings, this agreement also enables JetBlue to offer alternative itineraries that incorporate Brightline rail segments during periods of irregular Florida operations, providing more flexibility for customers and enhancing recovery options when travel doesn't go as planned. More information on this partnership can be found at About JetBlue 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 to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Latin America, Caribbean, Canada and United Kingdom. For more information and the best fares, visit About Brightline Brightline seamlessly connects travelers to top destinations and major events between Central and South Florida with stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The company offers a hospitality-centric experience designed to reinvent train travel at a comparable price to driving or flying. Brightline is recognized as one of TIME100's Most Influential Companies, one of the World's 50 Most Innovative by Fast Company and one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast by Inc. The company focuses on city pairs that are too close to fly and too long to drive. Construction is currently underway to connect Las Vegas to Southern California. For more information, visit and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
Time Out
06-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out
Brightline just launched unlimited passes, to make your Miami commute more bearable
If your weekday slog between Miami and Fort Lauderdale feels more like a punishment than a commute, Brightline has some (very) welcome news. The high-speed rail operator just rolled out Brightline Passes, a suite of pre-paid multi-ride options aimed at making travel across South Florida—and up to Orlando —a lot more budget-friendly for regular riders. Designed for commuters, event-goers, and anyone who's made Brightline a mainstay of their week, these new passes offer fixed-rate savings on frequent trips. Riders can choose from 10-, 20-, or 40-ride bundles that work between select station pairs, including Miami to Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, or even all the way up to Orlando. Prices start at $239 for a 10-ride pass between Miami and Fort Lauderdale (which includes Aventura). The most robust option—a 40-ride pass covering trips from Miami to West Palm Beach—comes in at $899. For those making the longer trek to Orlando, there's a 10-ride pass priced at $799, with a 60-day window to use it. 'Whether it's for weekday commutes or weekend escapes, the new Brightline Passes offer a reliable, modern ride with a fixed-rate fare to get frequent travelers where they need to go,' said Barbara Drahl, Brightline's senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy, in a release. 'Our repeat guests choose Brightline as their preferred way to travel, and now there is an easier way to ride more and spend less.' Passes can be purchased and managed through Brightline's app or website, and South Florida passholders can book up to seven days in advance (60 days if traveling to or from Orlando). There's even a five-percent discount if you set up auto-renew, plus all purchases rack up points through Brightline Rewards, the company's new loyalty program. One Million Point Giveaway. Hundreds of prizes are up for grabs—including 100,000-point windfalls.
