JetBlue Airways check-in: Everything you need to know

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How can I check in when traveling with JetBlue Airways?

Passengers Who Wish To Check-In With JetBlue Airways Have The Following Options:

Online Check-in.
Remote Check-in.
Mobile Check-in.
Curb-side Check-in – JFK only.
Kiosk Check-in – domestic flights only.
Ticket Counter Check-in.

When should I check in with JetBlue Airways?

The check-in deadline for domestic flights is 30 minutes before departure.
International flights require all passengers to check in at least 60 minutes before departure.

JetBlue Airways Web Check-In

You can access online web check-in 24 hours before departure time and stop 60 minutes before departure.

Here Are the Steps For JetBlue Web Check-In:

Go to JetBlue air main webpage (https://www.jetblue.com).
Click on the Check-in options.
Fill out the passenger’s name and confirmation number.
Please select the Continue button.
Download your boarding card from JetBlue Airways.

When should I check in with JetBlue Airways?

The check-in deadline for domestic flights is 30 minutes before departure.
International flights require all passengers to check in at least 60 minutes before departure.

JetBlue Airways Mobile Check-in

Mobile check-in is available via the JetBlue Airways mobile website or the JetBlue app on your smartphone (Android, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch).

A Mobile Boarding Pass is an encrypted two-dimensional barcode containing customer and flight information that can be scanned by TSA security officers at all domestic and select international airports in the U.S.

A Mobile Boarding Pass can only be used once per smartphone. You can reprint your boarding pass at a kiosk or ask a JetBlue crewmember for assistance if your boarding pass cannot be used.

Note

All domestic and select international airports offer mobile check-in (listed below).
There is a limit of one boarding pass per smartphone.
If you are unable to use your JetBlue boarding pass, you can reprint it at a JetBlue self-service kiosk or ask a JetBlue employee for assistance.

Once you’ve checked in with the app and the system confirms your details, your mobile boarding pass will appear as a barcode on the screen. Save it on your smartphone so you can present it at the airport.

The JetBlue Mobile App Allows You To:

Check out the upcoming and past itineraries
Search for flights and book them
Choose a seat or change it
Online check-in
Boarding pass for your flight
Real-time notifications of critical events
Changing or canceling your flight is easy
Add extras
- Baggage
- Even More Space for a seat(s)
You can manage your TrueBlue account here
Get in touch with a JetBlue crew member online
Make an airport pickup reservation
Check out the in-flight entertainment, snacks, and drinks available

JetBlue Airways Remote Access Check-in

A growing number of cities are now offering passengers the option to check in at hotels, convention centers, parking or rental car areas, and cruise ship piers through JetBlue’s partnership with BAGS Inc. Depending on the location, JetBlue Remote Check-in requires you to check in and drop off your bags at least 2 hours before your flight. The fee ranges from $0 to $20. As part of the Remote Check-in Program, JetBlue offers check-in on cruise ships at Orlando International Airport – MCO (Port Canaveral), Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport – FLL (Port Everglades and Port of Miami), and San Diego International Airport – SAN (Port of San Diego).).

JetBlue Airways kiosks Check-in

In case you are traveling with checked baggage, you can check in at a self-service kiosk from 6 hours before departure to your check-in deadline, or if you are traveling without checked baggage, you can check in from 24 hours before departure until your check-in deadline. You can also print out your bag tags (for self-tagging your bags) when checking in at a kiosk.

A self-tag kiosk is available in the following cities.

Self-Service Kiosks At Airports Require The Following:

Enter any of the following to identify yourself.
- The confirmation code you received
- Barcodes, or.
- The number on your passport, or.
- Details of your credit card.
- The TrueBlue number you use.
Verify your flight details.
Select and confirm your seats (optional).
Please indicate the number of bags you will be carrying.
Check in.
Obtain your boarding pass/passes for your flight.
(Optional) Print a bag tag.
Bag drop: Drop your bags there

At a kiosk, you can reprint boarding passes.

Checking In At A Kiosk Also Allows You To:

Change, upgrade, or confirm a seat
Be sure to add bags
You can add a pet
Make sure your baggage has bag tags
You can add your Known Traveler or TrueBlue number

After Checking In, You’ll Receive:

JetBlue boarding pass printed out
Bag tags (optional).

A JetBlue crewmember will check your ID and scan and weigh your bags when you drop them off at a bag drop desk.

Kiosk Check-in Not Available for Passengers

It May Not Be Possible To Check In At A Self-Service Kiosk If:

Cuba is on your itinerary.
Unconfirmed bookings.
If you need medical or special assistance to check in, please contact us.
On an unaccompanied minor’s ticket, you’re traveling.
You’re flying with a service animal or a pet.
A group of at least 10 people is traveling with you.
You’re traveling abroad.

JetBlue Airways Ticket counter Check-in

Ticket counter check-in hours vary by airport1. You cannot check into a JetBlue flight more than four hours before departure. Ticket counter check-in is mandatory for the following passengers:

Pets and service animals traveling with passengers.
The party of 10 or more passengers traveling on a group reservation.
Minors who are unaccompanied.
When a passenger requests additional assistance at check-in.
Additional seats purchased by passengers.
Customers are on standby without a confirmed reservation.
Cuban travelers.

JetBlue Airways Curbside check-in

With curbside check-in, JetBlue passengers can check in and drop off their luggage right outside the terminal. Here’s how it works:
Curb-side check-in: Look for the curb-side check-in area near the departure area or entrance at the airport.
Check-in at the JetBlue curb-side: Provide your booking information and identification to the JetBlue agent at the curb-side.
Check baggage: The agent will check your bags. Ensure your luggage meets JetBlue’s baggage policy and is properly tagged.
The curb-side agent will provide you with your boarding pass once you have completed the check-in process.
As soon as you have your boarding pass and luggage in hand, proceed to the security checkpoint to begin your journey.

What is JetBlue’s online check-in time?

JetBlue’s Online Check-In Opens 24 Hours Before Departure And Closes:

For domestic U.S. flights, arrive 40 minutes before departure (with bags).
For international flights, arrive 60 minutes before scheduled departure (with bags).

Note

Before the check-in deadline, you must drop off your bags.
Check the arrival times and hours of the check-in counters at the airport in advance.
Check-in at the airport counter is mandatory for passengers traveling to or from Cuba.

JetBlue Airways check-in time

The check-in time for JetBlue’s mobile app is the same as its online check-in time.

Time for remote check-in

In select hotels, convention centers, rental car areas, on- and off-airport parking areas, and onboard cruise ships, JetBlue allows remote check-in for a small fee.

JetBlue Serves The Following Ports For Remote Check-In:

Port Canaveral (MCO)
Port of San Diego (SAN)
Port Everglades and Miami (FLL)

Check-in time at the airport curb-side

At New York JFK International Airport, curb-side check-in is available from 6 hours to 40 minutes before departure. Check-in times can vary by airport, so cross-check on the day of departure.

Airport Kiosk Check-in Time

The JetBlue kiosk check-in time is as follows:

When you check in at least six hours before departure.
You can check in without checked baggage up to 24 hours before your flight departs.

When your flight departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico, it will take 4 hours.

Check-in time at the airport counter

When traveling to/from Cuba, you must check in 4 hours before flight departure, even if you are carrying checked baggage.

Note

It is not possible to check in more than 4 hours before departure at the airport.
Always check your ticket before leaving the airport since check-in times can vary.
Boarding
- Domestic flights close 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- International flights close 20 minutes before departure.

The boarding process

We reserve the right to cancel your reservation, seat assignment, and forfeiture of payment if you fail to comply with these time requirements:

You must board the aircraft 15 minutes before departure for domestic flights.
You must be on board the aircraft 20 minutes before departure for international flights.

Boarding order

For passengers who require assistance at boarding, JetBlue Airways offers pre-boarding options. Pre-boarding options include first boarding, silent boarding, and assistance with stowing belongings. A gate agent must be notified before general boarding begins if a passenger requires special assistance at boarding.

Following Pre-Boarding, Boarding Proceeds As Follows:

Early Boarding:
- Members of TrueBlue Mosaic and Mint customers (on A321 Mint aircraft).
- More customers for Space seats.
Courtesy Boarding:
- Military personnel on active duty.
- Travelers with small children.

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Flight Status

Customer Care

Baggage Allowance

JetBlue Airlines Reservation

To save time, contact JetBlue Airways Reservations instead of waiting in long lines for tickets. Various booking methods are available.....