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I first wrote about JetBlue’s plans to open lounges at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and New York John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) back in March 2024. On today’s earnings call, JetBlue cemented this with a timeline that includes New York opening this quarter and Boston in 2026.
The first lounge is set to open in late 2025 in Terminal 5 at New York John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This is JetBlue’s flagship terminal and home base. The new space will span approximately 8,000 square feet and should be ready within the next few weeks. Next year, the airline plans to unveil an even larger 11,000-square-foot lounge in Terminal C at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). This reinforces the carrier’s strong presence in one of its most important markets.
These two openings represent the next step in JetBlue’s transformation into a full-service competitor in the premium travel space. Until now, the lack of a dedicated lounge product has been a notable gap in the airline’s offering, especially as it continues to grow its Mint (Business Class) service and expand internationally.
JetBlue’s lounges will reflect the carrier’s signature blue-forward aesthetic, combined with local and regional design elements that celebrate each city’s character. Though renderings haven’t been released yet, the design concept is centered around three distinct zones:
- Play: A lively area where travelers can unwind and socialize, featuring a full-service bar with complimentary cocktails, mocktails, and other beverages.
- Work: Private, productivity-focused spaces equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, ample power outlets, and a barista coffee bar serving complimentary espresso beverages.
- Lounge: Relaxed seating areas designed for comfort and connection, offering complimentary food and drinks and space for both solo travelers and small groups.
JetBlue has outlined an initial requirements for lounge access. Entry will be available to:
- Mint passengers traveling to/from Europe (transcontinental and Latin American/Caribbean routes are excluded)
- Mosaic 4 members along with one guest
- Holders of JetBlue’s premium credit card (this carries a $499 annual fee) along with one guest
- Annual lounge membership holders (pricing has not yet been announced)
- Day-pass visitors
The airline’s move into lounges will also help solidify the value of its new JetBlue credit card, which has been criticized for lacking tangible premium benefits since its launch. For JetBlue, the introduction of airport lounges signals a major step toward aligning its product with global premium carriers while maintaining the brand’s approachable, design-forward personality.
The lounges will also strengthen JetBlue’s competitive edge in two of the most important East Coast markets (both home to a growing number of transatlantic routes).
Anthony’s Take: I’m excited to see what a JetBlue lounge looks like. I have still never flown Mint, but am considering it with the newly formed United partnership.
(Image Credits: JetBlue Airways.)
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