JetBlue Reveals More Details About Its New First Class, Dubbed BlueFirst

We’ve known for quite some time that JetBlue would introduce a domestic first class product, but there weren’t many other details.

That changed today. JetBlue has unveiled the details of BlueFirst, including the seats, food, entertainment, and priority perks that come with it. Booking opens this fall, and the first aircraft will fly later this year.

Additionally, the carrier is adding further fare segmentation across its 4 cabin experiences, including basic options.

Here’s everything you need to know about JetBlue’s new cabin offerings.

JetBlue’s New First Class Coming This Year

Before the end of 2026, JetBlue will introduce its new domestic first class product, called BlueFirst. This product will be a step below the airline’s lauded Mint product, which features lie-flat seats and even enclosed suites. We’ve known about this for a while now.

BlueFirst seats will be arranged in a 2-2 configuration and built with Tuft & Needle’s T&N Flex foam, which JetBlue says is exclusive to its aircraft. Compared to a main cabin economy seat, you’ll get up to 7 inches of extra legroom and up to 5 inches of recline. Similar recliner setups appear in first class on American Airlines, Delta, and United, but the Tuft & Needle collaboration is unique here.

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The cabin will roll out on aircraft that don’t already have a Mint cabin, and JetBlue says BlueFirst will eventually be available in every market where Mint isn’t flying.

Entertainment and Connectivity

Each BlueFirst seat gets a 13.3-inch seatback screen with Bluetooth, so you can pair your own wireless headphones without a dongle. The screens run the newest version of Blueprint by JetBlue, the airline’s personalized inflight platform.

Every seat also has in-seat USB-A, USB-C, and 110VAC power, plus complimentary Fly-Fi high-speed Wi-Fi from gate to gate.

Food and Drink

Meals come in a bento-inspired FirstFare box on flights of 899 miles or longer. Each box includes an entrée, side, and dessert, with options like sweet or savory crepes or sesame noodles with either beef or tofu.

Between meals, BlueFirst travelers get a rotating premium snack selection from brands like Sockerbit, Tosi, Wholesome Bakery, Pop Daddy Snacks, and Cape Cod Chips.

The beverage program leans on New York suppliers: Wines are sommelier-selected from Parcelle, coffee comes from Cometeer and Joe Coffee, and teas are from Smith Teamaker. Glassware is by Fable, and coasters are designed by NYC illustrator Danielle Rose Fisher.

New seatback ordering will let passengers request drinks and meals right from the screen. There’s also a “Mixologist Mode” for building a custom cocktail by choosing your spirit, mixer, and flavorings. On overnight flights, you’ll also get a blanket and snooze kit.

Priority From Curb to Carousel

BlueFirst customers will get Group 1 boarding, dedicated overhead bin space, and priority check-in. There’s also access to an expedited security lane at more than 30 airports.

BlueFirst and BlueFirst Flex fares include no change or cancel fees, 2 free checked bags, and priority baggage delivery. BlueFirst Base benefits may vary.

More Basic Fares on the Way

With the new BlueFirst product on the horizon, JetBlue has given its onboard cabin products a little shuffle and has added further segmentation across the board, meaning the basic experience is being expanded.

Here’s a look at the cabin offerings you’ll be able to choose from:

• Main (formerly Core): This is a typical economy experience that offers free Fly-Fi Wi-Fi, a seatback monitor with live TV, and complimentary snacks and beverages.
• EvenMore: Offers economy seats with extra legroom, priority security (subject to availability), early boarding, dedicated overhead bins, up to 3 complimentary alcoholic beverages, and more.
• BlueFirst: This is the new first class product that will be rolling out later this year on aircraft that don’t already have a Mint cabin.
• Mint: This is JetBlue’s most premium cabin, which features lie-flat seats (and sometimes enclosed suites) with elevated catering and service, available on international long-haul, premium transcontinental, and a smattering of other routes across the carrier’s network.

Once you choose an onboard experience, you can then select between 3 fare types: Base, Standard, and Flex. Here’s what you can expect from each:

• Base: Think of this as a basic fare. Seat selection isn’t included; changes can be made for a fee; cancellations are issued as a travel credit less any applicable fees; tickets earn 1 TrueBlue point per $1; and 1 carry-on bag is included. Available as Main Base, EvenMore Base, and BlueFirst Base. Mint Base is coming soon.
• Standard: Seat selection is included; changes are permitted without fees; cancellations are issued as travel credit without fees; tickets earn 3 TrueBlue points per $1; and 1 carry-on bag is included. Available as Main, EvenMore, BlueFirst, and Mint.
• Flex: Seat selection is included; changes are permitted without fees; cancellations are issued to the original method of payment; same-day switches and standby are included without additional fees; and tickets earn 3 TrueBlue points per $1; and 1 carry-on bag is included. Available as Main Flex, EvenMore Flex, BlueFirst Flex, and Mint Flex.

Final Thoughts

JetBlue’s forthcoming first class product now has a name — BlueFirst — along with a full spec sheet and a launch window.

Expect a 2-2 recliner cabin with Tuft & Needle-designed seats, a 13.3-inch Bluetooth-enabled screen, seatback ordering with a custom cocktail builder, FirstFare bento meals on longer routes, and priority perks from check-in through baggage claim.