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title: 'JetBlue Blue vs Blue Extra: Which is Better?'
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JetBlue Airways is probably the most famous low-budget airline with comfortable economy seats in the industry - at least in the US anyway. But while JetBlue has been recognized as a low-cost airline, it operates like the major carriers in one key way: It offers basic economy fares. In keeping with the charming naming scheme, Blue Basic is the cheapest fare JetBlue has to offer, giving budget-conscious travelers who need fewer frills the perfect option to save the extra money. But what does Blue Basic entail, and how restrictive are those fares versus the airline's Blue Basic option?

## What’s the Difference Between JetBlue Blue vs Blue Extra?

Although they are the cheapest options JetBlue offers, Blue Basic and Blue fares have less in common than Blue with other economy classes. We're talking no free hand baggage, no charge for free cancellation fees, and fewer rewards for more points earned. The no-frills prices are just that: no frills. 

### JetBlue Blue vs Blue Extra- Seat pre-selection

To choose your ideal seat on the Blue Basic fare, you will have to pay $5 to $25 each way. Great price for choosing your own seats. Another option is to wait until 24 hours before your flight when seat selection becomes free. The obvious caveat is that the best seats are likely to be gone, and you might be stuck squeezing into a mediocre seat.

On the other hand, blue fares include advance seat selection. So if you're worried about getting the best seats on the plane, blue fares allow you to choose your right seat when booking.

### JetBlue Blue vs Blue Extra- Boarding

JetBlue boards its passengers in groups, with Blue Basic in the last boarding group. This usually pertains to basic fare passengers on other airlines because remaining overhead locker space will be limited, if not non-existent, by the time of boarding.

Fortunately, or unfortunately, as you'll see below, this isn't a concern for JetBlue basic economy ticket holders.

And while he doesn't finally die, Blue doesn't have much to stake on the airline's basic economy ticket while they board another one.

### JetBlue Blue vs Blue Extra- Carrying handbags

Blue Basic pricing won't give you any additional benefits here. Unlike other major carriers, JetBlue does not allow hand baggage with its basic economy fares. Thus, you generally don't have to worry about running out of upper cabinet space.

However, on some itineraries, specifically those to/from London, hand baggage is included in basic economy fares. Other exceptions include Mosaic members, passengers combining Blue Basic with more seats, active military, and unaccompanied minors.

Meanwhile, blue fares include a free carry-on bag on all routes.

As a bonus for travelers with Blue flyers on domestic flights, JetBlue guarantees carry-on bags on board, or they'll issue a $25 credit to your JetBlue travel bank.

### JetBlue Blue vs Blue Extra- Onboard experience

One area that the basic economy experience does not lack compared to blue is in amenities. Both price options include similar benefits onboard for customers to enjoy.

#### sitting

Treating yourself to the most economical legroom of any local carrier doesn't cost extra. Each Jetblue passenger flying in the main cabin gets a minimum of 32-34 inches of legroom.

#### entertainment

All Jetblue back seats come equipped with TVs, some of which feature all-new touchscreens. Passengers can watch premium titles, free live TV and on-demand shows.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi is also available on every JetBlue flight, so if the in-flight entertainment wasn't enough, you can watch on your devices. In addition to more content, the newer touchscreen models have in-seat power to keep your devices fully charged throughout the flight.

#### food

It doesn't matter which class ticket you buy; Snacks are endless in the economy. No matter the type of fare, you can treat yourself to free brand-name snacks and refreshing drinks to wash it all down. On trips longer than three and a half hours, you can also purchase EatUp Crates or EatUp Cafe items.

In addition, flights to and from London include free hot meal service and complimentary wine, beer and alcoholic beverages. So, travelers 21 and over can throw a toast to the sky, the Atlantic, or the Brits as they make their way abroad.
