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Delta or Jet Blue #120179
02/07/2017 02:22 PM
02/07/2017 02:22 PM
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Jersey Shore
Donaegada Offline OP
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Looking at flights in August from JFK We've never flown on Jet Blue what are the different classes? And is Delta reliable? Thanks, Don

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Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120180
02/07/2017 02:24 PM
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Jet Blue is great. Mint Service is pricey but very good.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120181
02/07/2017 02:46 PM
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Generally there are no "classes" on Jet Blue, unless you consider, "more leg room", a class. Mint is not offered on all flights, usually just long flights. Mint is similar to first class on other airlines, but is very pricey.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120182
02/07/2017 02:49 PM
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Don,

We were AA JFK flyers for as long as they've been servicing SXM but as they've curtailed their n/s services to SXM we've been forced to change carriers.

We've pretty much switched our allegiance to JB due to a number of reasons, price and n/stop flights being foremost, but also, I've actually come to like their three-tiered ticket choices. When we go for a long weekend we don't have to pay for a checked bag but when our stay is longer, we can choose the middle tier with one bag included or not.

The best time I've seen to purchase, short of huge sales, is within 2-3 weeks of my preferred travel dates first becoming available. I also like the idea of being able to purchase the up-front roomier seats though I do think they've gotten pricey of late. With these seats you often get pre-check approved as well as early boarding which gives you ample opportunity to convenient overhead storage of belongings.

Service is basically the same - free NA beverages but including DD coffee with real half and half and not low fat milk - along with unlimited free snacks but everything else comes with a price tag. I miss AA and their Business Class service but I've accepted JB and usually like their flight times.

We haven't done Mint yet but I've heard it's nice and you do get two checked bags included with these seats. It's very easy to accumulate points for free tickets on JB.

We've only flown Delta a few times but they always seem to be considerably more expensive when I check on their flights to SXM. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />


Respectfully,

pat



"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat
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Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120183
02/07/2017 02:49 PM
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I have never had the opportunity to fly Jet Blue but Delta is fine. Delta is as reliable as any other airline, they all have good days and bad days. Currently, I would take Delta over AA but those are the only 2 choices I really have.


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Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: ruralcarrier] #120184
02/07/2017 05:52 PM
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Thank you for your replies <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />Now I (or my wife) must decide <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" />

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120185
02/07/2017 05:58 PM
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Either Delta or JB would be my equal choice. Extra space (JB) and Delta Comfort (Delta) are very similar and worth the minimal $$...

SXM does have JB Mint service from JFK

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120186
02/07/2017 06:47 PM
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Donaegada said:
Thank you for your replies <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />Now I (or my wife) must decide <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" />


If everything is about equal, I would look at price and schedule. Not much else to consider.


J.D.
Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120187
02/07/2017 07:04 PM
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We've flown both. Preferred JB until Delta had better prices last year. Very happy with our DL flight down.

We pick carrier based on price and schedule. Prefer to fly out early and return on the later side.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: fabila] #120188
02/07/2017 09:30 PM
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Where do you come into at JFK on Delta. Spoiled with the JetBlue terminal because it's so easy and pretty sure just JB and a handful of other airlines

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: kim] #120189
02/07/2017 11:08 PM
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I believe for international flights it's terminal 4. Domestic Delta flights is terminal 2.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: kim] #120190
02/08/2017 12:20 PM
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Had always used AA - JFK-SXM until the n/s was taken out of
service. Switched to Delta last 4 years. Upgraded us to 1st
class and have not been sorry. I always travel with 6 pieces
of luggage (we are always a party of 3 traveling). Booked
this year's trip back in Oct.2016 and paid $750r/t. Price now almost $1,100.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Grammiemarge] #120191
02/08/2017 12:27 PM
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I have flown both, JB is good, but I like Delta comfort a little bit better. My final decision is price,with Delta comfort you get complimentary cocktails.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: weeks5051] #120192
02/08/2017 12:37 PM
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Thanks. Reason I asked is we have been using "Mobile passport" and making it from landing to the car in under 30 minutes (when not checking bags) but not much longer with bags. When ever we flew AA it could
Be up to 90
Minutes and husband thinks Delta was just as long one time. We try to go out AA when the n/s is runnning and use points for businsss then home JB because of the ease of clearing the terminal.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: kim] #120193
02/09/2017 11:36 AM
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Delta is located in the international terminal 4 @ JFK. We have flown both Delta and Jet Blue to SXM but Delta is our airline of choice, not only to St Martin but almost everywhere else we travel. We stick with one airline and regularly enjoy upgrades to first class. We typically book Delta Comfort for the extra leg room.

We always book early and get what we consider good prices--flights are non-stop.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120194
02/09/2017 11:57 AM
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Not sure how JetBlue miles/rewards work but on Delta, the miles do not expire currently.


J.D.
Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: ruralcarrier] #120195
02/09/2017 12:09 PM
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JB points do not expire....

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: boucharda] #120196
02/09/2017 12:12 PM
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Thanks. I had no idea as they are not an option for me to consider.


J.D.
Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: kim] #120197
02/09/2017 01:24 PM
02/09/2017 01:24 PM
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We were AA Non Stop from JFK for many years. Last couple trips have been on Delta due to cost. Upcoming (not soon enough as I sit here in a Blizzard) Trip will be JB for the first time to SXM for the same reason. Schedule is close. JB prices were better.


Rick and Grace
Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: kim] #120198
02/11/2017 12:35 PM
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Have flown both Delta and AA N/S from JFK, flying N/S on AA this easter week. They were less expensive than Delta for the timeframe I needed, but their Main Cabin Extra upgrade does not include bags or cocktails, only extra leg room and early boarding.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: RICKnGRACE_LI_NY] #120199
02/11/2017 03:08 PM
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The blizzard was ugly but not as bad as some we've had in recent years; it just make us more anxious to get back to SXM as soon as possible. March can't get here soon enough.

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: WaynenKathy] #120200
02/11/2017 04:15 PM
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JB. If for nothing else the dedicated terminal at JFK

Re: Delta or Jet Blue [Re: Donaegada] #120201
02/13/2017 08:51 PM
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Jet <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> Blue


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