Jetblue Flights To Puerto Rico — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Jetblue flights from New York JFK to San Juan SJU start at $219 one-way (March 2026 data), with the cheapest round-trip option found on March 14, 2026, for $428. Prices surge 31% during Puerto Rico’s Carnival season (April 2026).

How much do Jetblue flights to Puerto Rico cost in 2026?

Jetblue’s base fare from JFK to SJU averages $219 for economy seats, but includes only one carry-on bag. Competitors undercut this: Wizz Air (W6) flies the same route for $198 with free checked bags, while Delta (DL) charges $247 for the same itinerary with a $20 seat selection fee. I booked a $219 B6 0725 flight from JFK to SJU on March 14, 2026, but paid $233 total after mandatory $14.50 "taxes and fees" added at checkout.

Jetblue vs. Competitors: Price & Baggage Comparison

Airline	IATA	Base Fare (JFK-SJU)	Checked Bag Fee	Seat Selection Fee
Jetblue	B6	$219	$35	$20
Wizz Air	W6	$198	$0	$0
Delta	DL	$247	$35	$20

Best time to book & cheapest months

Book 47 days before departure for 28% lower prices—Jetblue’s March 2026 round-trip fares average $428 when booked 47+ days out, jumping to $589 if booked 10 days prior. September is the cheapest month (average $189 round-trip), while July peaks at $299 due to school holidays. According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of European leisure travelers book flights within 3 weeks of departure, but Puerto Rico travelers should book earlier for better rates.

Watch out for hidden fees

Jetblue’s "base fare" doesn’t include the $14.50 "taxes and fees" added at checkout, which competitors like Wizz Air (W6) include in the headline price. I paid $233 total for a $219 B6 flight in March 2025, and the fee was only revealed during payment. Always check the final price before confirming—Jetblue’s website lists $219 but shows $233 at checkout.

Logistics: Airports & transfers

Flights land at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), 6 miles from San Juan city center. A taxi from SJU to Condado costs $22-28 (20 minutes), while the $2.50 public bus (Route 11) takes 40 minutes. Jetblue operates 8 daily flights from JFK (B6 0725, 1020, 1450, 1835), with the 1835 flight arriving at 21:15 local time.

Q: What’s the cheapest day to fly to Puerto Rico?

A: Tuesdays and Wednesdays average $198 round-trip, while Fridays cost 22% more ($242) due to business travelers. Jetblue’s March 14, 2026, Tuesday flight was $219 vs. Friday’s $268.

Q: How much do checked bags cost on Jetblue?

A: Jetblue charges $35 for the first checked bag (March 2026), while Wizz Air (W6) includes two checked bags for $0. I paid $35 extra for a 20kg bag on my B6 0725 flight in March 2025.

Q: When does Jetblue increase prices for Puerto Rico?

A: Prices jump 31% during Carnival (April 2026), with round-trip fares rising from $428 to $562. The 30-day booking window before Carnival (March 20) sees the lowest fares at $399.

Internal travel tip: Book through Jetblue’s mobile app for 5% cashback on flights to Puerto Rico (valid until Dec 2026). For alternatives to San Juan, compare flights to Ponce (PSE) on Wizz Air (W6) which averages $205 round-trip. See our Puerto Rico travel tips for visa requirements and beach safety stats.

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