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Time Out
4 days ago
- Business
- Time Out
This will be the cheapest summer to fly out of Newark, says United CEO
If you've ever paid through the nose to fly out of Newark, 2025 might finally be your year. After a turbulent spring filled with flight delays, air traffic control outages and an ongoing major runway closure, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says the summer ahead will be the cheapest to fly from Newark Liberty in the airline's history. 'Because we lost a lot of bookings, there's a lot more seats available,' Kirby said at the Wall Street Journal's Future of Everything event on Thursday. 'It's going to be the cheapest it's probably ever going to be in history. I don't really like that, but you ought to book.' United Airlines, which has a major hub at Newark, was hit particularly hard by FAA staffing shortages and ongoing runway construction that snarled operations throughout May. While Kirby insists the airport remains safe, the impact on bookings has translated into thinner crowds and fire-sale fares—a rare combo for a summer getaway. Relief may be coming, though: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday that a new fiber-optic cable between Philadelphia and New York will stabilize air traffic control operations by July, reports CNN. In the meantime, United is leaning into the turbulence with an unexpected silver lining: the launch of Blue Sky, a sweeping partnership with JetBlue that gives travelers access to both airlines' flights, loyalty perks, and even some cross-platform booking tools. MileagePlus points can be used for a beachy JetBlue hop to Barbados, or TrueBlue points cashed in for a United trek to Tahiti. United also just scored a long-term win at JFK Airport, securing up to seven daily round-trip flight slots from JetBlue starting in 2027, a big get for an airline eager to reestablish a presence at the airport. And in a tech twist, JetBlue will soon power United's entire vacation package platform via its in-house travel service, Paisly. While Kirby admitted that short-term cutbacks—including the FAA's decision to slash daily Newark flights by 25-percent—are 'painful,' he says they're necessary to align traffic with reality. 'It's long term better,' he said. 'The FAA is going to do what they do at JFK and LaGuardia.'
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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
United, JetBlue in partnership to share routes and slots at JKF, Newark
United Airlines Holdings Inc. and JetBlue Airways Corp. agreed to a far-reaching partnership that will allow travelers to use loyalty points and book flights across the two carriers. The tie-up will integrate the airlines' operations in the New York City area, giving United a long-sought return to John F. Kennedy International Airport. It will also grant JetBlue access to some of United's favored flight times at its nearby Newark Liberty International hub, the companies said in a statement Thursday. The agreement fulfills United Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby's desire to secure flights at JFK at a time when air traffic control problems are hampering operations in Newark, the carrier's primary connection to the crucial New York market. Called the Blue Sky alliance, the partnership will give United access to JetBlue's JFK flight slots for up to seven daily round trips starting in 2027. United shares rose 2.1% as of 7:05 a.m. before regular trading in New York, while JetBlue climbed 3.3%. Both carriers were down at least 20% this year through Wednesday's close as the industry faced with demand concerns amid economic volatility. Operations at the congested airport are limited, and so-called slots for takeoffs and landings are highly prized and difficult to obtain. United had a small presence several years ago at JFK, a major international hub, but walked away from the airport in 2022 after efforts to expand failed. Also Read The new agreement, which is subject to regulatory review, could also give JetBlue what it's been after for years: a partner to help boost revenue and to strengthen its presence in the competitive industry. The carrier will gain access to eight of United's flight times daily at Newark during favored hours. Following a failed growth plan built around acquisitions and partnerships, JetBlue has been rebuilding operations and retrenching to its original core markets in the northeast and along the East Coast. Some elements of the venture could begin as early as this fall. JetBlue and United will continue to manage and price their networks independently, including the launch of new routes, frequencies and promotions. Newark Snarls A presence at JFK would be particularly valuable to United now, with flights at its Newark hub being disrupted by a series of telecommunications and technology outages that twice left controllers unable to see or communicate with planes headed into and out of the New Jersey airport. The disruptions, which snarled Newark flights over several days, called new attention to the outdated infrastructure and understaffed controller ranks supporting the nation's air traffic. The US Federal Aviation Administration is limiting flights at the airport to help deal with the issues. As part of the alliance, United plans to move its website and mobile app's sales of hotels, rental cars, cruises and travel insurance to JetBlue's Paisly platform. JetBlue focused on securing a deal with United after American Airlines Group Inc. said in April that it had broken off talks to revive a scuttled partnership with the New York-based carrier, which was now 'focused on different business priorities.' American also sued JetBlue to recover money owed from the breakup of its Northeast Alliance after a federal judge ruled it violated US antitrust laws. JetBlue was hurt by a federal court's 2024 decision to block its pending $3.8 billion merger with Spirit Airlines, also on antitrust grounds, the year after the Northeast Alliance ruling. United has had an on-again, off-again relationship with JFK ever since first walking away from the airport in 2015 to consolidate its premium transcontinental flights at Newark. United leased the rights to 40 daily takeoffs and landings at JFK to Delta Air Lines Inc. and has said it has no access to them for the foreseeable future.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
JetBlue United Partnership: JetBlue and United Airlines Partner for Enhanced Travel Options, ET TravelWorld
Technology 2 min read JetBlue, United tie up to let passengers book on both websites JetBlue Airways and United Airlines have announced a new collaboration. This allows travelers to book flights on both airlines' websites. Flyers can earn and use points interchangeably. JetBlue will provide United access to slots at New York's JFK airport. United will move some services to JetBlue's Paisly platform. The deal awaits regulatory approval. Some aspects may take effect this fall.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
JetBlue, United tie up to let passengers book on both websites
By David Shepardson (Reuters) -JetBlue Airways and United Airlines unveiled on Thursday plans for a consumer collaboration that allows travelers to book flights on both carriers' websites, while interchangeably earning and using points in their frequent flyer programs. Under the deal, dubbed "Blue Sky", which is subject to approval from U.S. regulators, JetBlue will provide United access to slots at New York's JFK airport for up to seven daily round-trip flights, beginning in 2027. The airlines will recognise flyers with preferred status on either carrier, granting access to perks such as seat upgrades or switches to another flight. JetBlue, the sixth largest U.S. carrier, and United will also exchange eight flight timings at Newark - giving JetBlue more flights at the New Jersey airport outside New York - and United will move some holiday and travel services to JetBlue's Paisly platform, the companies said. Some aspects of the deal could take effect as early as this fall, if U.S. regulators approve, they added. "This collaboration with United is a bold step forward ... that brings together two customer-focused airlines to deliver more choices for travelers and value across our networks," JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty said in a statement. Airline loyalty programs are an increasingly profitable business for major carriers. Reuters first reported the negotiations for a partnership in April. JetBlue has been seeking partnerships after a federal judge blocked its so-called Northeast Alliance with American Airlines in 2023. JetBlue has been struggling to return to sustained profitability after the COVID-19 pandemic. It has managed to post a profit in just two of the past nine quarters. United has made significant flight cuts at its Newark hub in the face of technology, air traffic staffing and runway construction issues. The largest global airline by fleet size, United halted its limited service from JFK in 2022 after failing to get FAA approval for more flights. In March, United CEO Scott Kirby said he wanted a greater presence in New York, but was discouraged by "all the headache" of buying an airline to ensure a presence at JFK. On Thursday Kirby said the deal gives frequent flyer members "new, unique ways to use their hard-earned miles and find options that fit their schedule." The airlines' collaboration, which is not a merger, includes an interline agreement, rather than a codeshare, meaning that each will continue to independently publish, market, manage and price flights.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The JetBlue Premier Card: Should you get JetBlue's latest premium credit card?
JetBlue may not be the biggest airline in the U.S., but it has plenty of loyal customers who prefer flying its routes across North and South America (plus some European destinations). If you're a JetBlue fan, you could benefit from the TrueBlue points rewards and flight perks you'll get with a JetBlue credit card. The new JetBlue Premier Card is the airline's latest co-branded credit card offering — a premium card option with a $499 price tag and up to 6x points on eligible JetBlue purchases. However, while this card can offer JetBlue savings, there are a few reasons why frequent travelers and JetBlue flyers may want to look a $499 annual fee, the JetBlue Premier costs more than other JetBlue credit cards. As a new cardholder, you can earn a solid welcome bonus worth 70,000 bonus points and five tiles toward Mosaic status after spending $5,000 and paying the card's annual fee within 90 days of account opening. That's a high spending threshold compared to many other rewards cards. But if you have an upcoming vacation you want to book, or a large purchase you've already planned for, it could help you meet the required amount in time. While the bonus can also put you on a faster path to JetBlue Mosaic status, you'll still have a long way to go. Unlocking Mosaic 1, the first status tier, requires earning 50 tiles within a can earn rewards on JetBlue spending and everyday purchases with the JetBlue Premier Card: 6x points on eligible JetBlue and Paisly purchases 2x points at restaurants and eligible grocery stores 1x points on all other purchases This is almost exactly the same rewards structure as the $99 annual fee JetBlue Plus Card, with the addition of 6x points on Paisly purchases. Paisly is JetBlue's travel site for booking hotels, rental cars, vacation rentals, and more. With the JetBlue Plus and no annual fee JetBlue Card, Paisly purchases earn one TrueBlue point per points values are dynamic, so they vary depending on your flights and when you book. However, TrueBlue points can be incredibly valuable for future travel (especially between cities with frequent JetBlue flights). At the time of publishing, for example, you can find plenty of one-way fares for under 10,000 points between Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and New York, as well as between Boston and Orlando, Florida. These low-award flights are available nearly every day throughout the months of March and April 2025. As a premium credit card (with a premium price tag), we'd expect the JetBlue Premier Card to be packed with valuable benefits. And while the card can offer savings and perks for JetBlue travel, we wish it had more to offer regular travelers. Here's a rundown of the card's benefits: Priority Pass Select membership grants you and a guest access to hundreds of airport lounges worldwide. In the future, you'll also get complimentary access (for you and one guest) to JetBlue Lounges when they open. Currently, these lounges are planned for New York's JFK Airport in Terminal 5 and Boston's Logan Airport in Terminal C. The benefit with perhaps the biggest potential value may also be the most restrictive: Earn up to $300 in annual statement credits when you book travel through JetBlue's Paisly platform. There's a slight catch, though — you'll only get the credits in $50 increments each time you spend at least $250 on bookings made directly with the platform (up to six statement credits earned). To earn the total $300 annual credit, then, you would need to spend $1,500 each year on eligible hotel stays, rental cars, vacation rentals, or activities booked on Paisly. There are a few ways you can get bonus TrueBlue points with the JetBlue Premier Card. However, they're the same as the bonuses you can already get with a JetBlue Plus Card. First, get 5,000 bonus TrueBlue points each year after your JetBlue Premier Card anniversary. You'll also get 10% of your points back when you use them to book award flights with JetBlue. So if you redeem 10,000 points toward a flight, for example, you'll get 1,000 points back into your account after you take the flight. Get priority boarding in Group A, 50% savings on eligible in-flight food and drink purchases, and a free checked bag for you and three eligible companions on flights operated by JetBlue. In addition to the above, you'll also get a credit every four years for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry fees and pay no foreign transaction fees — both standard perks among travel credit cards with annual fees. If you often travel with JetBlue, you may get a solid annual value from the JetBlue Premier Card — but this card isn't for everyone. The welcome offer can go a long way toward future flights and help boost you toward Mosaic status. However, you must meet the $5,000 spending requirement in 90 days. That equals about $1,667 in purchases each month for the first three months. With 6x points on JetBlue purchases and 2x points at restaurants and eligible grocery stores, there's not much more to gain in rewards over the less costly JetBlue Plus Card. The JetBlue Plus Card also has a few of the same benefits, including the annual bonus points, 10% points back on award bookings, free first checked bag, and in-flight discounts. For the JetBlue Premier Card's steep $499 annual fee, the major added benefits are Group A priority boarding, airport lounge access, and perks for Paisly travel purchases. In fact, this card is best for travelers who already use Paisly by JetBlue to book travel. The 6x rewards multiplier and annual statement credits for Paisly bookings make this the best way to earn TrueBlue rewards points and offset the JetBlue Premier Card's annual fee. Otherwise, you'll probably be better off with one of JetBlue's lower annual fee cards or a premium travel card with more flexible benefits and rewards. You won't be eligible for the JetBlue Premier Card if you already have a JetBlue Plus Card or you previously had that card. However, you may be eligible for an upgrade option through your card account. If you like flying with JetBlue and want the option to book flights with TrueBlue points, you don't necessarily need a JetBlue credit card. Here are some of our picks — including other premium credit cards — that are also useful for JetBlue flyers. Why we like it: The $550 Chase Sapphire Reserve has a slightly higher annual fee than the JetBlue Premier Card, but offers a lot more flexibility for your travel plans. That flexibility includes the card's rewards categories, and its annual credit for up to $300 in travel purchases. The Chase Sapphire Reserve's credit applies to up to $300 spent on any travel purchases you make with your card. You can also get airport lounge access with Priority Pass Select (like the JetBlue Premier Card). When you're ready to redeem your Chase Sapphire Reserve rewards, you'll get a 50% boost when you use them to book travel through Chase Travel℠. For example, redeeming 10,000 points will get you $150 toward your trip. You can also transfer your points to Chase's airline and hotel partners — including JetBlue TrueBlue — at a 1:1 we like it: If you're not quite willing to spend $500 or more per year on a credit card annual fee, the $95 Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is a valuable travel card with plenty of rewards potential. On top of the rewards you can earn on spending, you'll get up to $50 each year in statement credits on hotel stays booked with Chase Travel and an annual points bonus equal to 10% of your total purchases made in the year prior. Like the Chase Sapphire Reserve, this card is also great for its redemption value. You'll get a 25% boost on the value of your points when you redeem them through Chase Travel (so the same 10,000 points would be worth $125 toward travel) and can also transfer to Chase's partner airlines and hotels, including JetBlue we like it: At $250 annually (see rates & fees), the American Express Gold Card is a great option for travel and at-home spending. In fact, it has among the highest rewards rates available on both restaurants worldwide (4x points on up to $50,000 spent per year) and U.S. supermarkets (4x points on up to $25,000 spent per year) — as well as ongoing rewards on travel spending. The Amex Gold also shines for its wide range of annual credits. You'll get up to $100 in statement credits ($50 semi-annually, with enrollment) for purchases with U.S. Resy restaurants, up to $120 in dining statement credits ($10 per month, with enrollment) with participating partners, up to $84 in statement credits ($7 per month, with enrollment) at U.S. Dunkin locations, $100 credit toward eligible charges when you book with The Hotel Collection through Amex Travel, and more. Use your American Express Membership Rewards points to book travel through Amex Travel or transfer to Amex's hotel and airline partners, including JetBlue TrueBlue (250 Amex points are equal to 200 TrueBlue points when you transfer).This article was edited by Rebecca McCracken Editorial Disclosure: The information in this article has not been reviewed or approved by any advertiser. All opinions belong solely to Yahoo Finance and are not those of any other entity. The details on financial products, including card rates and fees, are accurate as of the publish date. 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