The bottom line up front
Why this challenge is worth completing?
- $5,250+ in flight credit for hitting 20 destinations
- Elite perks for the rest of 2025 and the next 25 years if you complete 25
- Points are flexible and easy to use
- If you keep flight costs under ~$250 per unique destination (and ancillary costs), you profit
- JetBlue + United partnership (currently in regulatory approval) increases future value and route network
Even if you don’t “complete” the challenge, you’re still getting immense value if you hit the milestones and keep costs low. This is one of the best travel reward opportunities in years, especially for budget-minded adventurers. It reminds me of the old milage runs to keep status, which are now a thing of the past
Who is the Challenge for?
This challenge will not be easy, but can be worth a large value if you plan it right. Here are some groups that can benefit from completing the challenge:
- jetBlue frequent fliers
- If you already fly a lot of jetBlue and have flights planned for the year already, you should be able to sneak in a few more flights to get this promo to be worth it
- Remote workers and digital nomads
- If you have the ability to work remotely (like me), you should be able to plan a very low cost itinerary by flying during the middle of the week.
- Points and airplane enthusiasts
- This feels like the mileage runs of days past. As earning status is now usually based on spend rather than miles flown, this challenge gives that same nostalgic feel. Plus it feels to be a once in a lifetime opportunity.
What You Get at Each Tier
jetBlue rewards you big once you reach 15 and 20 unique destinations, with a status bonus at 25 unique destinations:
| Unique Destinations | Reward | Point Value @ 1.5¢/pt |
|---|---|---|
| 15 destinations | 150,000 TrueBlue points | ~$2,250 |
| 20 destinations | +200,000 additional TrueBlue points | ~$3,000 |
| 25 destinations | Mosaic 1 elite status through 2025 | ~$400–$600 (estimated) |
Note: You are awarded the points and status 2-3 week after complete that tier. If you are planning on waiting for the miles to book more trips, make sure you can complete everything by the end of the year. There are currently no data points on if the 2-3 week promise by jetBlue is accurate.
At 20 unique destinations, you’ll have 350,000 points – worth roughly $5,250 in flight value alone. If you keep the costs of getting to and from those destinations under $250 per destination, you profit.
jetBlue Points Are Real Money (If You Travel Smart)
jetBlue TrueBlue points typically redeem for around 1.5 cents per point toward flights. That means:
- 150,000 points ≈ $2,250
- 350,000 total points ≈ $5,250
You can use them on:
- jetBlue flights
- Potentially more if jetBlue’s new United codeshare is approved
As Long as You Spend Less Than the Reward Value, You Profit
Here’s the simple formula: If you spend less per destination than the value of the rewards, you profit.
| Tier | Points Earned | Flight Credit Value | Max Break-Even Spend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 dest. | 150,000 pts | ~$2,250 | <$150 per dest. |
| 20 dest. | 350,000 pts total | ~$5,250 | <$262 per dest. |
| 25 dest. | – | ~$5,250 | <$210 per dest. |
If you’re booking ultra-cheap fares, you could easily come out hundred or even thousands ahead, even with hotels and car rentals added in.
What You Get with Mosaic 1 (25 Destinations)
Visit 25 unique destinations and you earn Mosaic 1 elite status for 25 years, which includes:
- 3x point boots on bookings
- 2 free checked bags on jetBlue-operated flights
- Free Beer, Wine & Liquor
- Pick EvenMore seats for free at check-in
- Ability to pick Preferred Core Seating for free at booking
- Free same-day flight changes
- Priority boarding
- Access to purchase Mint Studio seats (jetBlue’s premium cabin)
- Dedicated check-in/security lines (select airports)
- Mosaic Perks You Pick
For even a few jetBlue flights in a year, this can save hundreds more in fees and upgrades.
Bonus if you travel with friends and family. No fee for same-day switches, 2 free checked bags, and a free carry-on bag on all fares (including Blue Basic) are extended to up to eight eligible travel companions, as long as they are booked on the same reservation!
Bonus Value: jetBlue x United Collab dubbed Blue Sky
JetBlue’s new codeshare with United could significantly increase the utility of both your points and Mosaic status, especially if:
- You live near a United hub
- You want more international or cross-country options
Full benefit details are still rolling out, but here is a link to the page promoting it. Note: this collab still needs regulatory approval.
