JetBlue Expands ‘Blue Sky’ Partnership with United Airlines by Opening Reciprocal Loyalty Benefits
- Joe Breitfeller
- 2 hours ago
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JetBlue has today announced an expansion of their ‘Blue Sky’ partnership with United Airlines, with the introduction of reciprocal loyalty benefits for TrueBlue and MileagePlus members.
On Thursday (May 14, 2026), JetBlue announced one of the most anticipated elements of their ‘Blue Sky’ collaboration with United Airlines. Starting this week, eligible TuueBlue and MileagePlus members can enjoy reciprocal loyalty perks and benefits when traveling across either airlines’ networks. The reciprocal loyalty benefits integration follows the successful launch of JetBlue and United’s interline agreement and sales, which allows customers to earn and redeem points and book flights on either carrier’s website.
In Thursday’s announcement, JetBlue’s VP – Loyalty and Personalization, Ed Pouthier, said,
“We are always looking for new ways to elevate the experience for our most loyal customers and this latest enhancement to our Blue Sky collaboration offers even greater value to our brand loyal customers. With more ways to earn and redeem, more destinations to explore across both airline networks, and now reciprocal benefits, Blue Sky delivers unmatched value for our most loyal customers. We’re elevating the travel experience by bringing seamless, meaningful perks to life across both airlines."
Eligible TrueBlue and MileagePlus members who include their frequent flier number on their booking can now expect a range of benefits when traveling across either airline’s network. This includes priority boarding when traveling on JetBlue, with Premier® Platinum and Premier® 1K® members boarding with Group 1, Premier Gold members with Group 2, and Premier Silver members with Group 3. When traveling with United, Mosaic 2, 3 and 4 members will board with Group 1, and Mosaic 1 members will board with Group 2.
Loyalty members of both airlines will also enjoy complimentary access to extra legroom seating at check-in. This includes EvenMore seating on JetBlue, and Economy Plus® seating on United. Members will also receive priority check-in and security, complimentary preferred seat selection after booking, one free checked bag plus priority bag handling, and same-day standby options.
JetBlue is ‘New York’s Hometown Airline®’ and a leading carrier in Boston (BOS), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Los Angeles (LAX), Orlando (MCO) and San Juan (SJU). The airline carries guests to over 100 destinations across the U.S., Latin America, the Caribbean, Canada and Europe. JetBlue Airways Corporation trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBLU.
Source: JetBlue/Business Wire
