2026 checked bag fees
JetBlue baggage fees
On U.S., Caribbean, Latin America and Canada flights, the first checked bag on JetBlue costs $39–$49 if you pay online ($49–$59 at the airport) and the second $59–$69.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
$49–$59 at the airport
$69–$79 at the airport
Up to 62 in (158 cm) in total
Main Base (formerly Blue Basic): $39–$49 for the first
Quick answer
On U.S., Caribbean, Latin America and Canada flights, the first checked bag on JetBlue costs $39–$49 if you pay online ($49–$59 at the airport) and the second $59–$69. A carry-on and personal item are free on every JetBlue fare.
- 1st checked bag
- $39–$49 ($49–$59 at the airport)
- 2nd checked bag
- $59–$69 ($69–$79 at the airport)
- Weight limit
- 50 lb (Up to 62 in (158 cm) in total)
- Cheapest fare
- No free bags (Main Base (formerly Blue Basic): $39–$49 for the first)
What will my bags cost on JetBlue?
- 1st bag on Main (formerly Blue)$39–$49
- Each way, per traveler$39–$49
- The lower price is for off-peak dates, the higher for peak dates (most of summer and the holidays).
JetBlue checked bag fees
Prices one way, per traveler, on U.S., Caribbean, Latin America and Canada flights.
On Main (formerly Blue)
The lower price is for off-peak dates, the higher for peak dates (most of summer and the holidays).
| Bag | Paid online | At the airport |
|---|---|---|
| 1st bag | $39–$49 | $49–$59 |
| 2nd bag | $59–$69 | $69–$79 |
| 3rd bag | $125–$135 | $125–$135 |
| 4th bag and up | $150–$160 | $150–$160 |
Free checked bags by fare
- Main Base (formerly Blue Basic)None
- Main (formerly Blue)None
- Main Flex (formerly Blue Extra)None
- Mint2 bags
Each bag up to 50 lb (23 kg) and 62 in (158 cm) in total.
Overweight and oversize bags
Charged per bag, each way, on top of any bag fee.
- Overweight: 51–99 lb$150
- Oversize: 63–80 in (length + width + height)$150
How to avoid JetBlue bag fees
Who checks bags free
- TrueBlue Mosaic members, plus companions on the same booking
- JetBlue Plus, Premier and Business cardmembers: first bag free for you and up to 3 companions
- Mint passengers
Ways to pay less
- • Add bags while you book: the price only goes up after that.
- • Weigh your bag at home: going over 50 lb can cost more than a second bag.
- • Travel carry-on only: check the JetBlue carry-on size.
JetBlue vs. other U.S. airlines
On regular economy fares, one way, in U.S. dollars.
| Airline | 1st bag | 2nd bag | Free bags (regular fare) |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | $39–$49 | $59–$69 | NoneMain (formerly Blue) |
| American Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain Cabin |
| Delta Air Lines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain |
| United Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneEconomy |
| Southwest Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneChoice |
| Alaska Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain |
| Hawaiian Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain Cabin |
| Frontier Airlines | $29–$63 | $59–$86 | NoneStandard fare |
| Allegiant Air | $20–$50 | $20–$50 | NoneStandard fare |
| Sun Country Airlines | $34–$45 | $40–$45 | NoneStandard fare |
| Breeze Airways | $35–$41 | $45 | NoneNice (standard fare) |
| Avelo Airlines | $40–$45 | $40–$45 | NoneStandard fare |
- JetBlue
- 1st bag
- $39–$49
- 2nd bag
- $59–$69
- Free bags
- None · Main (formerly Blue)
- American Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main Cabin
- Delta Air Lines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main
- United Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Economy
- Southwest Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Choice
- Alaska Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main
- Hawaiian Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main Cabin
- Frontier Airlines
- 1st bag
- $29–$63
- 2nd bag
- $59–$86
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Allegiant Air
- 1st bag
- $20–$50
- 2nd bag
- $20–$50
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Sun Country Airlines
- 1st bag
- $34–$45
- 2nd bag
- $40–$45
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Breeze Airways
- 1st bag
- $35–$41
- 2nd bag
- $45
- Free bags
- None · Nice (standard fare)
- Avelo Airlines
- 1st bag
- $40–$45
- 2nd bag
- $40–$45
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
Compare JetBlue with another airline
JetBlue baggage FAQ
On U.S., Caribbean, Latin America and Canada flights, the first checked bag on JetBlue costs $39–$49 if you pay online ($49–$59 at the airport) and the second $59–$69.
Airports JetBlue flies from
Airport guides with transit, terminals, lounges and parking.
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees as published for tickets bought from March 31, 2026. Airlines change bag fees often, so confirm the price for your trip when you book.
- JetBlue: official baggage information
- NBC New York: JetBlue raises its checked bag fees (2026)
- Upgraded Points: JetBlue baggage fees (updated Aug 17, 2026)
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