JetBlue Airways is a US low-cost airline. It flies out of the JFK airport in New York, mainly to domestic destinations within the US, as well as a few destinations in the Caribbean, Latin America, and trans-Atlantic flights to the UK.
JetBlue, which used to be proud of its "first checked bag is always free" slogan, no longer offers free checked bags on its lowest "Blue" and "Blue Basic" fare options, and now charges for all checked bags on its cheapest fares. With higher fare levels (Blue Plus, Mint, Mosaic), there are still some bags included free of charge. Be sure to note that the "Blue Extra" fare class does not include any free bags either.
Note: JetBlue has increased its 2nd Checked Bag fees in mid-2023. See details below...
Be mindful of the limits on JetBlue's carry-on baggage policy for Blue Basic customers - who will no longer be allowed to bring a standard carry-on item into the cabin, only a single small personal item that must go under the seat in front of you (cannot be placed into the overhead compartments).
Carry-On Allowance | 7 / 10 |
Checked Bag Allowance | 6 / 10 |
Excess Baggage Fees | 6 / 10 |
Overall Grade | 6.3 / 10 |
Be sure to check out our sister-site, Airline-Pet-Policies.com, for information about flying with your cat, dog, or other pet.
Take a a look at all the information regarding flying with infants (0-2 years old) and kids on JetBlue:
Flying with a Baby or Child on JetBlue
JetBlue Baby and Child Baggage Allowance 2023
Do Babies Under 2 Years Old Fly Free on JetBlue
Car Seats and Strollers on JetBlue 2023
Do Babies Under 2 Years Old Fly Free?
Bringing Breastmilk, Baby Food, and Formula Through Security
JetBlue has reduced their carry-on baggage allowance for Blue Basic fares to only a single small "personal item" that must fit under the seat in front of you. This means that if you will not be able to place the item into the overhead bin.
The small personal item must not exceed 17" L (43.2 cm) x 13" W (33 cm) x 8" H (20.32 cm), including wheels/handles.
In addition to the small personal item, Blue, Blue Plus, Blue Extra and Mint fares may also bring a standard carry-on item, limited in size to 22" L (55.88 cm) x 14" W (35.56 cm) x 9" H (22.86 cm), including wheels/handles, that may go into the overhead bin.
Be sure to note that if you have a Blue Basic fare, you WILL NOT be allowed a larger carry-on item that would go into the overhead bin - if you bring a carry-on item (other than your small personal item) to the gate, it will be gate-checked for a fee of $65 (if it would be your 1st or 2nd checked bag) or $180 (if it’s your 3rd).
TSA - (USA): TSA Carry-On Regulations and TSA 3-1-1 Carry-On Liquids Rules
CATSA - (Canada): CATSA Carry-On Prohibited Items and CATSA Carry-On Liquids and Gel Restrictions
E-Cigarettes / Vape: TSA Rules for Flying with Electronic Cigarettes and Vape Pens 2023
Guns / Firearms: How to Fly with a Gun - TSA Rules 2023
Bluetooth Headphones: Using Bluetooth Headphones on an Airplane
JetBlue no longer operates with its policy "First Bag is Always Free". JetBlue now charges for all checked bags, including the first checked bag, on its lowest priced fares.
Please note the increased baggage fees for 2023, as outlined below. JetBlue's 1st Bag Fee remains the same, but the price of a 2nd bag has jumped up from $45 to $60. There is a $5 discount for your first bag if adding it online ($10 off for the 2nd bag if adding online) more than 24 hours before your flight, otherwise you will be charged the fees below when paying at the airport or less than 24 hours before departure.
JetBlue Checked Baggage Fees 2023 - US, Latin America, Caribbean:
Blue Basic
1st Bag - $35
2nd Bag - $60
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
Blue
1st Bag - $35
2nd Bag - $60
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
Blue Plus
1st Bag - Free
2nd Bag - $60
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
Blue Extra
1st Bag - $35
2nd Bag - $60
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
Mint - up to 70 lbs / 32 kg
1st Bag - Free
2nd Bag - Free
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
Mosaic
1st Bag - Free
2nd Bag - Free
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
JetBlue Plus Cardmember
1st Bag - Free
2nd Bag - $60
3rd Bag / additional bags - $125 / $150
All checked bags must not exceed 62" (157.48 cm) in overall dimensions (length + width + height) and cannot exceed 50 pounds (22.73 kg).
Please note: boxes will not be accepted as checked baggage on international flights, except to/from Cuba.
Bags that do not meet the dimensions and/or weight restrictions are considered oversized and/or overweight and will be charged as follows:
51 lbs (23.13 kg) – 99 lbs (44.91 kg) – $150 per bag.
63" in (160 cm) – 80 in (203.3 cm) – $150 per bag.
Please note that a golf bag, fishing rod, skimboard, skis or snowboard counts as one checked bag and can be added to your booking at any time. While it is subject to any checked bag fees for the fare purchased, it will not incur additional or oversized bag fees (as long as it’s within weight limits).
JetBlue Baggage Rules on Flights to Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guayana, Haiti, Peru and Trinidad & Tobago
Please note that customers are limited to 2 checked bags. Each bag cannot exceed 62 inches (linear dimensions) and cannot exceed 70 lbs (32 kg). Overweight bag fees will apply to bags weighing over 50 pounds (22.73 kg).
JetBlue Baggage Rules on Flights to/from Cuba
During the winter peak period (November 16 - January 15) customers may not check in more than two (2) bags and may not check ANY boxes/plastic bins.
Beginning January 16, 2021, each customer may check a total of two items, one of which may be a box/plastic bin, TO Cuba. This limit does not apply to flights FROM Cuba. Boxes, when permitted, must be factory sealed.
Each checked bag/box must not exceed 80 inches nor 70 lbs (32 kg) - oversize/overweight fees apply if larger than 62 inches or heavier than 50 lbs (23 kg).
JetBlue Baggage Fees 2023 for Flights between US and UK
Blue Basic - 1st Bag $65 / 55 GBP / 60 EUR, 2nd Bag $105 / 85 GBP / 60 EUR
Blue - 1st Bag Free, 2nd Bag $105 / 85 GBP / 95 EUR
Blue Plus - 1st Bag Free, 2nd Bag $105 / 85 GBP / 95 EUR
Blue Extra - 1st Bag Free, 2nd Bag $105 / 85 GBP / 95 EUR
Mint - 1st Bag Free, 2nd Bag Free
Mosaic - 1st Bag Free, 2nd Bag Free
JetBlue Plus Cardmembers - 1st Bag Free, 2nd Bag $105 / 85 GBP / 95 EUR
3rd Bag or Additional Bags - $200/£150/€185
51 lbs (23.13 kg) – 99 lbs (44.91 kg) – $150/£120/€140 per bag.
63" in (160 cm) – 80 in (203.3 cm) – $150/£120/€140 per bag.
Linear Dimensions: What are Linear Dimensions?
Piece vs Weight: What is Piece Concept vs Weight Concept
Packing List: Travel Packing Checklist 2023
Marijuana / Cannabis: Rules for Flying with Marijuana / Cannabis in 2023
Musical Instruments: Flying with Musical Instruments on JetBlue
Wheelchairs: Flying with Wheelchairs on JetBlue
Military Baggage: Military Baggage Allowances on JetBlue
Delayed/Cancelled Flights: How to Claim Compensation for Flight Delays
Guns / Firearms: Flying with Guns / Firearms on JetBlue
Please note the increased overweight and oversize fees on JetBlue flights:
JetBlue Overweight Baggage Fee 2023
51-99 pounds (31.82 kilos): $150 USD per bag
Bags over 99 pounds will not be accepted
JetBlue Oversize Baggage Fee 2023
63-80 inches (203.2 centimeters): $150 USD per bag
Bags larger than 80 inches will not be accepted.
Please note: Boxes will not be accepted as checked baggage on any international flight except for flights to/from Cuba. Boxes, when permitted, must be factory sealed.
JetBlue Excess Baggage Fees 2023
If bringing a 3rd bag or more on any flight, it will cost you $150 per bag on all routes, except on flights between the US and UK, where each bag will cost you $200 / 150 GBP.