JetBlue is making headlines in travel news as it enhances travel to Bozeman, Montana. This winter, the airline will introduce its premium Mint service on flights from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Starting February 14, 2025, travelers to the Rocky Mountains can experience luxury and comfort aboard JetBlue’s Airbus A321, featuring the airline’s award-winning Mint business class cabin.
JetBlue Mint service will be available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout the winter, catering to skiers, snowboarders, and outdoor enthusiasts heading to one of the top winter destinations in the United States. This seasonal service is set to run until March 30, 2025, with tickets already on sale at jetblue.com. The flight news community is abuzz, especially with one-way fares for the five-hour flight starting at $900 in the premium cabin.
Enhanced Travel Experience with Mint
JetBlue’s Mint offering delivers a long-haul business-class experience with amenities that elevate the journey from start to finish. Key features of the Mint service include:
- Fully Lie-Flat Beds: Mint passengers enjoy 180° lie-flat seats with Tuft & Needle® adaptive foam cushions, complemented by a comforter and pillow designed by Tuft & Needle.
- Culinary Delights: Enjoy restaurant-style small plates curated by Delicious Hospitality Group’s (DHG) acclaimed New York City restaurants, including Legacy Records, Charlie Bird, and Pasquale Jones.
- Entertainment and Wellness: A 15-inch (or larger) personal IFE screen offers free on-demand movies, shows, live TV, curated content, and even meditation and sleepscapes from Open.
- Exclusive Airport Services: Mint passengers benefit from a dedicated check-in lane, priority security in select airports, priority boarding, and preferred baggage claim.
- Specialized Amenity Kits: Caraa-designed amenity kits provide travel and wellness essentials to ensure a comfortable flight.
JetBlue's Commitment to Premium Travel
JetBlue’s introduction of Mint service to Bozeman reflects the growing demand for premium travel options to sought-after leisure destinations. Dave Jehn, JetBlue’s Vice President of Network Planning and Airline Partnerships, underscored the airline’s dedication, stating, “We are excited to introduce our award-winning Mint experience to Bozeman and Big Sky, enhancing the travel experience for our customers flying from Boston and New York.
With the launch of Mint and increased weekend flight frequencies, we are committed to providing our customers with premium travel options, ensuring their journey to and from Bozeman is exceptional.”
Flight Schedule and Accessibility
For travelers flying from New York to Bozeman, flight B6947 will depart JFK at 9:50 a.m. and arrive in Bozeman at 1:00 p.m. local time. The return flight, B6944, will leave Bozeman at 2:50 p.m. and arrive in New York at 9:04 p.m. local time.
From Boston, flight B6257 will depart at 7:30 a.m., arriving in Bozeman at 10:40 a.m. local time. The return flight, B6256, will leave Bozeman at 11:50 a.m., landing in Boston at 6:10 p.m. local time.
JetBlue’s Strategic Growth with JetForward
The latest JetBlue news also includes introducing Mint service to Bozeman. This aligns with JetBlue’s JetForward strategy, which focuses on expanding leisure and premium leisure travel options from its Northeast hubs. JetBlue continues to invest in routes catering to visiting friends and relatives (VFR) and leisure travelers.
In Boston, JetBlue now offers more domestic lie-flat seats than any other carrier, ensuring customers access to premium travel options. Adding Mint service to Bozeman complements JetBlue’s recent expansion in New England, where the airline has increased its seat capacity by 20% year-over-year for this winter season. This expansion also includes a twice-daily Mint service from Boston to Phoenix.
As New York’s Hometown Airline®, JetBlue remains the only carrier offering nonstop lie-flat service from New York to Bozeman, reinforcing its position as a leader in premium leisure travel.
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