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Blue Sky is the collaboration between JetBlue and United that lets travelers earn, redeem and book flights using either airline’s loyalty currency, while also unlocking a suite of shared perks.

Earn and Redeem Across Both Networks

Members can earn and use TrueBlue points on United‑operated flights and MileagePlus miles on JetBlue‑operated flights. The partnership initially introduced reciprocal earning and redemption, and later added cash booking options for both airlines. The Bulkhead Seat +6

Booking Flexibility

Customers can purchase flights or redeem miles/points directly through the airline of their choice, with the ability to search for award travel on either JetBlue.com or United.com. Cash bookings are now available, giving travelers the option to pay with money, miles or points on either network. The Bulkhead Seat +2

Expanded Travel Packages

Through JetBlue Vacations, travelers can bundle United‑operated flights with hotels and, soon, cruise packages, opening access to destinations such as Japan, Brazil, Italy and Greece. This broadens the reach of JetBlue Vacations for those looking to combine flights, hotels and other travel components. The Bulkhead Seat +1

Reciprocal Loyalty Perks (Early 2026 rollout)

Priority boarding: Premier Platinum and Premier 1K members board Group 1 on JetBlue; Mosaic 2‑4 members board Group 1 on United.
Complimentary extra‑legroom seating at check‑in: EvenMore seats on JetBlue and Economy Plus on United.
Priority check‑in and security.
Complimentary preferred seat selection after booking. 🔗
One free checked bag with priority bag handling. 🔗
Same‑day standby options.🔗

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Overall, the Blue Sky partnership gives JetBlue TrueBlue and United MileagePlus members greater flexibility, more booking choices and a richer set of elite benefits when traveling across the two complementary networks.

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JetBlue and United Expanded Blue Sky Partnership Now Offers Bookings Across Both Airlines

JetBlue and United Airlines have launched the next part of their Blue Sky collaboration. It’s now possible for travelers to book flights from either carrier directly through their preferred airline channels. Starting this week, customers can purchase eligible itineraries operated by either airline directly on either airlines’ mobile apps or sites. For the first time, travelers can book flights on either carrier using cash, points, or miles. When searching on either airline’s website or app, customers will now begin to see expanded flight options from both JetBlue and United. This allows travelers to compare schedules, prices, and loyalty redemption

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Woah – United and JetBlue announce unique partnership, Blue Sky

United Airlines and JetBlue have announced a surprising and innovative partnership, named Blue Sky, that aims to link the two airlines’ loyalty programs and networks. This partnership is not a traditional codeshare or merger. Instead, it’s a layered collaboration designed to give both airlines access to the best of what the other offers, while each carrier retains its independent brand, pricing, and scheduling strategy. The biggest takeaway here is that United will return to JFK (in 2027) through this partnership, and JetBlue will get some slots in Newark (EWR). Reciprocal Loyalty Program Benefits Blue Sky will bring reciprocal

Blue Sky Takes Flight: JetBlue and United Partnership Now Live

After months of speculation, JetBlue and United announced their Blue Sky partnership in May 2025. The two airlines received DOT approval for the tie-up in July and, as of October 23, 2025, the partnership is officially underway. As of October 23, 2025, the first portion of the Blue Sky partnership is underway. JetBlue True Blue members can earn and redeem points on flights across United’s network, including United Express. United MileagePlus members can earn and redeem miles on most flights across the JetBlue network, though there are some limitations. Some JetBlue routes are not eligible for MileagePlus accrual

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JetBlue and United Airlines Kick Off New Blue Sky Partnership

JetBlue and United Airlines kicked off their Blue Sky collaboration, offering loyalty members of both airlines the option to earn and redeem points or miles across each other’s networks. As of today, TrueBlue members can earn points and redeem them for flights across United’s global network, including United Express. MileagePlus members can also earn and redeem miles on most flights across JetBlue’s network. When searching for flights with points or miles on JetBlue or United’s websites and mobile apps, customers will now see flight options across both airlines’ networks. To earn miles, points and tiles, TrueBlue members

JetBlue and United Receive DOT Approval for Blue Sky Partnership

JetBlue and United announced today that they have successfully completed the review of their Blue Sky collaboration by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). This approval now allows the two airlines to proceed to the implementation phase of the partnership. JetBlue and United Will Begin Implementing Blue Sky in the Coming Weeks According to the airlines, implementation of the Blue Sky collaboration will begin in the coming weeks and both carriers expect to share more details then. While more information is coming, here’s what we know about Blue Sky: United’s MileagePlus customers will be able to

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JetBlue and United Get DOT Green Light for Blue Sky Partnership

## JetBlue and United Blue Sky Partnership JetBlue and United today announced they have completed the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) review of their Blue Sky collaboration and are able to proceed to implementation. The two airlines said they will share more details in the coming weeks as implementation of the Blue Sky collaboration begins. Blue Sky was first announced two months ago. This is a collaboration designed to give customers of both airlines even more options to find flights as well as new opportunities to earn and use MileagePlus miles and TrueBlue points across both airlines.

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