If you book a flight with JetBlue and the price drops afterward, you may be able to get a credit for the difference depending on your fare type. JetBlue allows passengers to rebook their flights at a lower fare without charging a change fee if they purchased a standard fare like Blue, Blue Plus, Blue Extra, or Mint. In these cases, you can cancel your original booking and rebook the same flight at the lower price. The difference in fare will be returned to you in the form of a travel credit, also known as Travel Bank credit. This credit can be used toward future JetBlue flights and is usually valid for one year from the date of issue.
If you purchased a Blue Basic fare, which is JetBlue’s most restrictive and lowest-cost option, you will face a cancellation or change fee. This means that even if the price drops, the fee may reduce or eliminate any benefit from rebooking at the lower fare. The cancellation fee for Blue Basic fares is generally around $100 for most domestic flights and $200 for international flights. If the fare drops by more than the cancellation fee, you can still rebook and receive the remaining value as travel credit.
JetBlue also offers a best fare guarantee if you find a lower price on the same day you book your ticket. If you notice a price drop within that same day, you can contact JetBlue and request compensation. If eligible, JetBlue may provide you with travel credit as a goodwill gesture, provided the fare difference meets the required minimum amount. This option is only available for same-day price drops and must be requested promptly.
For travelers who booked using TrueBlue points, JetBlue allows rebooking as well. If the price in points drops, you can cancel and rebook the flight using fewer points. The remaining points are returned to your TrueBlue account, and if any part of the booking was paid in cash, the difference will be credited to your Travel Bank account.
To take advantage of a price drop, you should monitor your flight after booking and act quickly if you notice a lower fare. Rebooking is often simple and can be done online through your JetBlue account or by contacting customer service. The process is usually quick, and the travel credit is issued shortly after the change is made.
In summary, JetBlue does allow you to receive a credit if the price of your flight drops, mainly for standard fares without change fees. For Blue Basic fares, cancellation fees apply and may reduce your refund value. Keep an eye on your booking and act quickly if the price changes to benefit from JetBlue’s flexible fare policy.