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JetBlue Welcomes 2026 With New Nonstop Service From Fort Lauderdale
ZACKS· 2026-01-06 19:06
Core Insights - JetBlue Airways is expanding its services with two new nonstop routes from Fort Lauderdale and increasing flights on an existing route, aiming to strengthen its position as the largest carrier in the Fort Lauderdale region [1][10] Route Expansion - JetBlue announced the launch of two year-round nonstop routes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) [2] - The Fort Lauderdale-Orlando route will start on May 21, offering twice-daily service, providing an alternative to driving between the cities [3] - The daily service to Dallas is set to begin on March 12 and will operate year-round, expanding from a previously announced spring break-only schedule [4] Growth Strategy - Fort Lauderdale is central to JetBlue's growth strategy in Florida, with plans to expand to 10 Florida destinations by 2025, including the upcoming launch of Destin/Fort Walton Beach in March [5] - JetBlue is operating its largest-ever schedule from Fort Lauderdale, with 113 daily departures and 46 nonstop destinations in December, alongside expanded services to Latin America, the Caribbean, and major U.S. cities [5] Premium Offering - JetBlue is also enhancing its Mint premium service in Fort Lauderdale and Orlando, with plans to establish a dedicated Mint inflight crewmember base in Fort Lauderdale later this year [6] Executive Statement - Dave Jehn, JetBlue's vice president of network planning and airline partnerships, emphasized the importance of these additions in reflecting the momentum in Florida and the airline's investment in Fort Lauderdale as a key gateway [7]