JetBlue Cancellation Policy (2026) — Change Fees, Refunds & How to Cancel
Full refund to original payment within 24 hours of booking, regardless of fare type.
24-Hour Rule
Yes — free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. Full refund to original payment within 24 hours of booking, regardless of fare type.
Cancellation Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Blue Basic: $100 fee deducted from credit, or forfeit |
| Main Cabin | Blue: No fee — JetBlue travel credit |
| Premium | Blue Extra: No fee — credit or refund |
| Business | Mint: No fee — full refund |
Change Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Blue Basic: $100 change fee (or fare difference, whichever is greater) |
| Main Cabin | Blue/Blue Plus: No fee (fare difference applies) |
| Premium | Blue Extra/Mint: No fee (fare difference applies) |
| Business | Mint: No fee (fare difference applies) |
Refund Method
Refundable fares (Blue Extra, Mint): original payment. Non-refundable: JetBlue travel credit valid 1 year.
Same-Day Change
Available for $75 (free for Mosaic members). Fare difference applies.
No-Show Policy
Blue Basic: ticket forfeited. Other fares: credit issued automatically.
How to Cancel
- Online at jetblue.com → Manage Flights → Cancel
- JetBlue app → My Trips → Cancel
- Call 800-538-2583 (24/7)
- At JetBlue ticket counter
Tips
- Avoid Blue Basic if you need any flexibility
- Blue fare is the sweet spot — no change fees with decent price
- Mosaic members get free same-day changes
- JetBlue credits are non-transferable
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is JetBlue cancellation policy?
- JetBlue cancellation policy allows free cancellation within 24 hours of booking (must be booked 7+ days before departure for US flights). After 24 hours: Main Cabin — blue: no fee — jetblue travel credit. Basic Economy — blue basic: $100 fee deducted from credit, or forfeit.
- Can I cancel a JetBlue flight for free?
- Yes — Full refund to original payment within 24 hours of booking, regardless of fare type. Blue: No fee — JetBlue travel credit
- What is JetBlue's change fee?
- Main Cabin: Blue/Blue Plus: No fee (fare difference applies). Basic Economy: Blue Basic: $100 change fee (or fare difference, whichever is greater).
- How do I get a refund from JetBlue?
- Refundable fares (Blue Extra, Mint): original payment. Non-refundable: JetBlue travel credit valid 1 year.
- What happens if I no-show on JetBlue?
- Blue Basic: ticket forfeited. Other fares: credit issued automatically.