JetBlue announces Barcelona, Milan as 2 newest European destinations
JetBlue Airways is set to expand its transatlantic offerings with the launch of two new routes to Europe in 2026, specifically to the vibrant cities of Milan, Italy, and Barcelona, Spain. This announcement marks the sixth consecutive summer of new transatlantic routes for the New York-based airline, which began its European operations just two years ago. Flights from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) will commence on April 16, 2026, followed by nonstop service to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) starting on May 11, 2026. This expansion will bring JetBlue’s total European destinations to eight cities and nine airports, showcasing the airline’s rapid growth in international travel.
The new routes reflect JetBlue’s commitment to offering travelers valuable and stylish options across the Atlantic. CEO Joanna Geraghty expressed pride in the airline’s ability to deliver exceptional service, stating that the new flights will operate daily during the spring, summer, and early fall months. In addition to the new routes, JetBlue will also resume its seasonal service to previously served destinations, including Dublin, Edinburgh, and Madrid, further enhancing its European network. Passengers flying in JetBlue’s premium Mint cabin will enjoy lie-flat suites and access to the airline’s upcoming lounges in New York and Boston, adding to the overall travel experience.
JetBlue’s expansion into Milan and Barcelona is particularly notable given the growing popularity of these cities among travelers. Milan serves as a gateway to picturesque destinations like Lake Como and the Piedmont wine region, while Barcelona is renowned for its rich culture and architecture. With these additions, JetBlue is focused on increasing its presence in Europe, particularly from its Boston hub, which has become a focal point for international growth. However, it’s important to note that JetBlue’s transatlantic growth may be slowing, as the airline is only set to receive two additional aircraft capable of European flights by 2031. This could mean that while the new routes are exciting, they may represent the last of JetBlue’s new transatlantic offerings for the foreseeable future.
JetBlue’s planes will touch down in two new iconic European cities in 2026.
For the sixth straight summer, the New York-based carrier will add new transatlantic routes to its repertoire, JetBlue announced Wednesday.
And it’s a duo of destinations that will likely be a hit with travelers: Milan and Barcelona.
Both of the new JetBlue routes will launch from its Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) hub during the spring of 2026.
Flights from Boston to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) in Spain will kick off in mid-April. Nonstop service from New England to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) will follow just a few weeks later, in early May.
This latest expansion will give JetBlue a total of eight European cities and nine airports across the pond — rapid growth when you consider the airline
only began operating transatlantic service in 2021
.
Barcelona. ALEXANDER SPATARI/GETTY IMAGES
JetBlue also announced Wednesday it will bring back each of the seasonal destinations it’s served in Europe in the past couple of years, from
Dublin
to
Edinburgh
and Madrid.
“We’re proud to continue delivering incredible value and style on both sides of the Atlantic,” the airline’s CEO, Joanna Geraghty, said in a
statement
announcing the news.
JetBlue’s new European routes
JetBlue will operate its new Barcelona and Madrid routes as seasonal service. The flights will run daily during the spring, summer and early fall months.
BOS-BCN — launches April 16
BOS-MXP — launches May 11
Tickets will go on sale Thursday, Nov. 20.
The carrier will use its Airbus A321 aircraft that includes its
lie-flat Mint suites
on these routes.
We should also note: JetBlue passengers who book the airline’s Mint cabin on European routes will get access to its forthcoming network of lounges —
set to open later this year in New York
, and in Boston in 2026.
JetBlue eyes Italy and doubles down on Spain
In recent years, airlines have regularly mentioned Italy and Spain as immensely popular destinations for travelers.
JetBlue pointed to Milan as a prime gateway for travelers hoping to visit Lake Como. (Personally, I also used MXP as a gateway to visit Italy’s Piedmont wine region this past summer.)
As for Barcelona, JetBlue’s expansion to the east of Spain comes just a year after the carrier launched Madrid service — which will also be back in 2026.
Milan. SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUY
An expanding Europe schedule
These new European destinations from Boston will give JetBlue a total of nine transatlantic routes from its New England hub, where it’s focused a lot of its recent international growth.
DAVID SLOTNICK/THE POINTS GUY
Here’s how the rest of JetBlue’s Boston service to Europe will shake out in 2026:
BOS to Dublin, Edinburgh and Madrid — resumes April 16
BOS to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) — resumes May 21
BOS flights to Amsterdam, Paris and London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate year-round
And, here’s what to know about JetBlue’s European flights from its John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) home base in 2026:
JFK to Amsterdam — resumes March 28
JFK to Dublin and Edinburgh — resumes April 29
Year-round JFK service: Paris (daily) and London Heathrow (twice-daily)
Booking JetBlue with points and miles
Travelers looking to book JetBlue flights to Europe with points and miles have a few options:
Redeem
TrueBlue points
.
If you don’t have enough points, note that you can transfer points to JetBlue from several major credit card rewards programs.
Also, you can now
redeem United Airlines MileagePlus miles on JetBlue flights
thanks to the two airlines’ new alliance called Blue Sky, which launched last month.
Bottom line
While JetBlue has grown its list of European routes at a fast pace over the last several years, these may be the last new transatlantic routes we’ll see for a bit.
Speaking this fall, JetBlue President Marty St. George noted the carrier is only slated to receive two more planes capable of reaching Europe between now and 2031.
“We’re just about reaching the first plateau of transatlantic growth,” St. George said at an industry conference in September.
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