JetBlue has officially launched its premium credit card—the JetBlue Premier Card, which is packed with travel perks for frequent flyers. But with a $499 annual fee, is it the right choice for you? Let's break it down.
Key Card Benefits
Quick Overview:
- Annual Fee: $499
- Welcome Bonus: 70,000 TrueBlue points + 5 status-qualifying tiles after spending $5,000 and paying the annual fee within 90 days
- Point Value: Approximately $868 in travel value, potentially more with partners
Premium Travel Benefits
- Lounge Access:
- Free Priority Pass Select membership (1,500+ lounges worldwide)
- Access to upcoming JetBlue premium lounges in Boston (BOS) and New York (JFK) in 2025
- Airport Experience:
- Free first checked bag for cardholder and three companions
- Priority boarding (Group A)
- $120 credit for Global Entry/TSA PreCheck (every 4 years)
- Statement Credits:
- Up to $300 in annual statement credits on Paisly travel service
- Points Benefits:
- 10% rebate when redeeming points for JetBlue flights
Earning Structure
- 6X points on JetBlue and Paisly purchases
- 2X points at restaurants & grocery stores
- 1X point on all other purchases
Important Considerations
Key Limitations:
- High annual fee ($499) compared to $99 JetBlue Plus Card
- Limited bonus categories for everyday spending
- Not available to current or previous JetBlue Plus Card holders
Who Should Get This Card?
✅ Perfect For:
- Frequent JetBlue flyers who value lounge access
- Travelers who can maximize free checked bags and priority boarding
- Those who can meet the $5,000 spending requirement for the bonus
❌ Skip If You:
- Currently have or previously had the JetBlue Plus Card
- Want better bonus categories for everyday spending
- Prefer more flexible premium travel benefits
Pro Tip:
If lounge access is your primary goal, consider pairing the JetBlue Plus Card ($99 annual fee) with another premium travel card that offers lounge benefits!