Each passenger was given only one pillow and blanket, but I found them plenty comfortable for a quick nap. JetBlue took on its first Airbus A321neo with the new Mint suites on Friday. They placed order for 2 more Airbus A321neo aircraft and delivery begin soon. The agent was friendly and confirmed my girlfriend’s special meal request. Editorial Note: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. JetBlue A321 Mint cabin The single seats are available on a first come first served basis at the time of booking, and I managed to score one of these. The American airline will operate to Heathrow daily using its newly delivered A321-200NX(LR) narrowbodies outfitted with just 141 passenger seats, including 24 in business class (Mint) … All seats reclined to a fully flat bed measuring 80 inches long. JetBlue Mint. I took advantage of the time before other passengers boarded to explore the couple seats in rows 1, 3 and 5. The icing on the cake was that JetBlue doesn’t charge any extra to assign these suites. The big negative is no recline-- I find that reclining just a inch adds significantly to my comfort without my feeling I'm crushing the passenger behind me. The extra legroom isnt worth the fact that you cant get an overhead bin closeby-the one above the seat is not available for storage. While the ground experience definitely leaves a lot to be desired, the flight itself steals the show. As per JetBlue’s other neos, the A321 will be equipped with The Pantry – JetBlue’s inflight snack bar – as well as seatback IFE at every seat, and free WiFi for all. Well, it’s official — I think I just found my new favorite narrow-body airplane. Close up of all the nooks and crannies (and additional power port) of the Mint seat. On most airlines, fresh fruit plates consist of an assortment of melons and oranges. Furthermore, JetBlue used to offer whole fruit (apples, bananas and oranges) in the Mint snack basket, but those are now gone, too. JetBlue doesn’t operate lounges at any of its airports, nor does it plan to open any soon. JetBlue definitely lags behind the competition on the IFE front. Even if you're sitting in Coach there's a notable difference: power ports at every seat, a much better entertainment selection, faster WiFi, and better cabin lighting. The window is misaligned so you can't see out of the window unless you lean forward. The Airbus A321 (321) Transcontinental is the newest member of the JetBlue fleet. Rows 1, 3, and 5 offer 2-2 lie-flat seating while rows 2 and 4 offer 1-1 seating with closed-door suites, called Mint suites. 18C is so-so for any Even More Legroom Seat. Instead of offering a choice of main courses, JetBlue serves a tapas-style menu, where you choose three of five small dishes. The three scoops of rose shortbread and vanilla bean ice cream were divine and really whetted my appetite for Salt and Straw when I landed. Responses have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the bank advertiser. Aside from the closing door, the suites had plenty of storage space. There was also an electronics cleaning cloth, which was useful when my phone got so dirty from my greasy hands (I may have had one too many bags of Terra Blue Chips). JetBlue also nailed the basics, as each seat had an individual air nozzle and the overhead bins were plenty large for standard-sized rollaboards. This aircraft is the first to offer flat-bed seating and suites in the U.S. Mint customers were entitled to use the expedited security lane, but there wasn’t much of a line on the Thursday afternoon we were traveling. When Mint was introduced, JetBlue promised to disrupt the transcontinental business-class market. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reminiscing about my @thepointsguy award winning JetBlue Mint transcon… You’ll find my full review at the link in bio, and stay tuned for a comparison of how it ranks against @americanair Flagship First and @united Polaris. I chose the watermelon-and-feta salad, corn-and-kidney bean salad and grilled cod. The Mint cabin is available exclusively on select Airbus A321s with JetBlue. Boarding began right on time, with Mint and Mosaic customers invited to preboard. Seats in Row 7 have the airbag built in to the seatbelt which reduces the girth of the belt. Since the touchscreen was so buggy, I used the remote connected to my seat. Even though this is an aisle seat I found it slightly disconcerting not to see a window when I glanced to my left. Naturally, I chose both. Great legroom, comfortable seats even for 5 hour flight. Finally, the grilled cod was absolutely delicious. Once we were through the hallway, there were two check-in counters and two kiosks reserved for the carrier’s top customers. CARD HIGHLIGHTS: 3X miles on United® purchases. Finally, whenever the lav door is opened, the lav lights shine brightly into the 5D/5F area. The couple seats measured the same 22.3 inches wide as the throne seats, I found them to be much more claustrophobic and noticeably lacking any real storage space. There was plenty to watch: 65 movies with 25 new releases such as “Rocketman” and “The Aftermath and Us,” 15 TV shows including full seasons of “Game of Thrones,” “Killing Eve” and “The Office,” 93 channels of live DirecTV and a full subscription to SiriusXM. I’ve never been in a seat so narrow and I physically can not put either of my arms inside the arm rest (sorry middle passenger). Just an FYI for others. For this route from New York-JFK to Seattle, there were plenty of dates with one-way flights starting at $469. Disclaimer: The responses below are not provided or commissioned by the bank advertiser. I have flown this plane also in seats 2F and 3F, and the footwells in those seats are much larger and better (I am 5'11), and overall it was more comfortable laying down in those seats over 1F. Additionally, it was EXTREMELY cold being seated next to the emergency door. It should be listed as "BAD", not "BE AWARE" please. They were fast to respond to the call button, arriving at my seat in 37 seconds. Needless to say, I chose a suite, or “throne” seat, 4A. Otherwise, no complaints. This is where the fun really started. Never again for an overnight. Overall, I found that JetBlue did a great job of renovating the check-in area in Terminal 5. *when booked directly with the airline or Amex Travel. And the carrier’s service, with two dedicated and specially trained Mint flight attendants, was leagues ahead of what the competition was offering. Take a ride with me on jetBlue flight number 223 from JFK to LAX, up front in the Mint cabin in seat 4F. Speaking of deals, JetBlue often runs limited-time sales for the Mint cabin, so be sure to subscribe to TPG’s daily email newsletter and follow @tpg_alerts for breaking deals. JetBlue Airways (B6, New York JFK) has outlined the details of its long-awaited transatlantic debut and is now set to begin scheduled services between New York JFK and London Heathrow on August 11, 2021. And disrupt it did. There are 16 Mint seats spread across five rows on the carrier’s A321s. I often travel with quite a few devices, so JetBlue deserves major kudos for keeping all my gadgets at 100% throughout the flight. As I made my way to the plane, I couldn’t wait to see how Mint had been holding up. For your next JetBlue flight, use this seating chart to get the most comfortable seats, legroom, and recline on . Still, I wished there were more-enclosed storage, as my loose items easily moved around during turbulence. Sadly, the live map was looping and didn’t feature any customizable views. Mint is still the same great product that’s been flying around for the past five years. There were a few preset modes like bed and relax, and there were more buttons that allowed you to further customize the cushion firmness and legrest extension. Fully enclosed suite, scrumptious and innovative food, personalized and attentive service. There are two boxes on the bottom of the front seat and legs are stuck in the same position for the full flight. It is right behind the galley and bathroom and you will be annoyed by 1) bright lights of the galley and the FA's opening and shutting the galley compartments all night. The leather-upholstered seats were pretty comfortable for napping and sleeping, but I still prefer cloth seats. Pleasant JetBlue crew though! Had to put my luggage in row 12, because everybody ate up all the bin storage by the time I got there. According to the carrier, this means more one-on-one focus, more personal space, and easier boarding and deplaning. Mint is a premium airline product offered by JetBlue on some flights between the West Coast and the East Coast of the contiguous United States, and seasonally on some flights between the United States and Caribbean destinations. Although the door was only 42 inches high, I immediately felt like I’d stepped into a private office or bedroom once it was closed. The Points Guy will not sell your email. JetBlue calls its Business Class ‘Mint’, a product which is only available on select Airbus A321 aircraft. The side of Indian spicy lentils perfectly complemented the flaky white fish. Finally, the Milk Bar cookie is no longer presented in a decorative box. The touchscreen only responded half the time, and the navigation menus were complex and unintuitive. JetBlue "Mint" - A321 Current Version 1.0 by mjv5757 (Mike V) Use airplane seat map to find which ones are more comfortable and which should be avoided. The extra legroom is nice, but there is no power or underseat storage, as there is a wall instead of a seat row in front of it. On JetBlue, I was served kiwi, oranges and pomegranate seeds. Avoid to pay a premium for this seat and avoid the seat. There was a massage mode, as well, which was more of a gimmick than a real feature. A RED VENTURES COMPANY. The service only cut out for about 10 minutes of the entire flight, and speeds were strong enough to keep me connected with friends, family and work back home. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. Wifi is free as well. Mint-equipped A321s have 159 seats, far fewer than JetBlue’s standard A321s with 200. When Mint was introduced, nowhere was a revolution more sorely needed than in the pricing of transcontinental premium-cabin flights. I found this a nice way to begin my meal (and a welcome departure from the mixed nuts I’m used to getting on the Big 3.). This seat is horrible! Meet the A321 Classic Introduced in 2013, the 200-seat all-Core Classic is tailored to create an even more traveler-friendly flying experience—and marked a huge leap in our commitment to taking the inflight experience to new heights. I grew up in Midwest and so I'm not exaggerating when I say I could easily have gotten frostbite had I not taken those precautions. It is not the bank advertiser’s responsibility to ensure all posts and/or questions are answered. I was the first Mint passenger to board and immediately marveled at the simple yet cool cabin. I'd say vibe in row 18 is like that of a military transport with 18C being best seat in row. Aging inflight entertainment options, no lounges. In fact, TPG himself recently spoke with JetBlue’s president and COO, Joanna Geraghty, who explained that the carrier would rather focus on keeping fares low than operate expensive lounges. This aircraft is not the Airbus A321LR that JetBlue will use for flights across the Atlantic, but it is a huge step for the airline. This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. They kept everyone’s drinks refilled and passed through the cabin every 10 minutes to ensure everyone was doing well. Each year, receive a $125 credit on United® purchases and two 5k-mile anniversary award flight credits. On my flight, all passengers were offered the same welcome taste of green aioli with taro chips. Needless to say, I chose a suite, or “throne” seat, 4A. This seat sucks. The one redeeming feature to the IFE was the actual content. There wasn’t a second meal service. During the COVID-19 crisis, our team has temporarily ceased taking review trips and we are not publishing new flight or hotel reviews. AC power is 110 V. I have a Dell Precision with 125 V. Adapter would not work at all, did not maintain battery, let alone charge it. My taste buds really liked the unique assortment. In my experience, service in Mint is leagues ahead of the legacy carriers. Plus, an additional 20K bonus miles after you spend $10,000 in the first 6 months, Earn 3X miles on United® purchases, 2X miles at restaurants, on select streaming services & all other travel, 1X on all other purchases, Earn 3X miles on United Airlines purchases, Earn 2X miles at restaurants and on select streaming services. This configuration offers the core JetBlue Experience with 200 seats in a 3-3 layout. Flew in 7a round trip from Boston to Seattle, including a redeye on the way back. The signature JetBlue snacks were also on offer throughout the flight. Once on board, it felt oddly like being home. Even though the avocado on the corn salad tasted old, I really liked the tahini-yogurt dressing, which helped transform the salad into something I’d expect to be served at a Mediterranean restaurant. Another downside to the couple seats was the narrow footwells. Mint’s fresh take on the inflight food and beverage service was immediately well received. If Mint seats are available on the day of your flight, you need to purchase an upgrade at the gate. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). Unless you’re traveling with someone you really want to sit next to, you should select one of the suites in rows 2 and 4. The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which ThePointsGuy.com receives compensation. 6A is a mixed bag. View our latest valuations here. This flight was no exception. outlets and USB ports each. It’s a throne, and it’s mine for the five hour flight to San Diego this morning. Furthermore, the user experience was really outdated. Also there is no screen on the seat back in front of you. These single seats are very private and spacious. JetBlue Airways is a major American low cost airline, and the seventh largest airline in North America by passengers carried.JetBlue Airways is headquartered in the Long Island City neighborhood of the New York City borough of Queens; it also maintains corporate offices in Utah and Florida.. Even with noise cancelling headphones this was not drowned out, 2) the smell and sound of the toilet flushing all night, and 3) Passengers slamming around the self serve snack kiosk. The flight attendant was happy to help retrieve and stow bags for takeoff/landing, but it's still less convenient than the standard "extra space" seats. For one, the menu is curated by Saxon+Parole, a New York City restaurant focused on high-quality meat, seafood and produce. There was a Mint-branded pillow and blanket waiting on my seat. There was also a small table with a recessed cupholder. Oddly, JetBlue does not (yet) charge extra for reserving the more spacious and private 1-1 seats. I chose the signature honey-infused limeade, which was a refreshing cocktail of vodka, lime, mint and club soda. Most check-ins were completed using one of the 66 self-check in kiosks, and bags were now self-tagged. Further, all the activity at the restrooms behind 5A & 5C causes additional noise. But the bigger problem is the front part of the exit door is very wide so this seat is possibly 5 or 6 inches narrower than your normal seat. Hopefully, this will help you once we’re all ready to start booking trips again. While bringing our readers unbiased, detailed reviews of travel experiences is one of our core missions, now is not the time. Spoiler alert: It’s still in Mint condition. Use airplane seat map to find which ones are more comfortable and which should be avoided. The suites are comfortable and incredibly private, the food and drinks are great, and the service is second to none. I was to crowed up by people that I didn't know and i was not enjoying my flight at all. Jetblue launch suites on narrowbody Airbus A321 The airline promotes the new seat, by saying; "every Mint seat is layered with Tuft & Needle's proprietary T&N adaptive foam and a breathable cover to create a cool and comfortable sleep experience unlike anything in the sky." The IFE was the one aspect of the Mint experience that was definitely showing its age. Domestic Business Class market. I booked my ticket for $599 one week before departure using The Platinum Card® from American Express ($550 annual fee. Each row alternates between a 2-2 and 1-1 configuration. The odd-numbered rows contain two seats on each side while the even numbered rows contain suites with closing doors. But, if you don't plan on laying down on your flight, seat 1F is plenty comfortable. My one big issue with this seat is the footwell. I hope that the carrier quickly refreshes the IFE on these planes with the brand-new system found on the new A321neo aircraft. Instead of lounging, I roamed around the terminal before parking myself at the gate. JetBlue’s TrueBlue loyalty program is revenue-based, meaning that the cost of a ticket in points is directly tied to the ticket’s cost in dollars. The IFE could definitely use an update, but at least there’s free Wi-Fi and plenty of power to keep your devices charged. There was a small, special entrance and check-in area for Mint and Mosaic customers at Terminal 5 in New York-JFK, a hidden entrance just next to Door 7 on the departures level of the terminal. The intuitive seat controls were on the aisle-facing side of the seat. JetBlue’s A321 Mint configuration includes 12 flat bed seats plus four suites in five rows (16 seats total). Throughout Mint’s evolution, JetBlue has priced the business-class cabin quite aggressively, with fares starting at around $499 on Saturdays for one-way travel between the coasts. It’s no surprise, then, that TPG himself raved about the Mint experience. JetBlue Mint Class is available on select JetBlue A321 aircraft and includes five rows of Mint (business) class. Fine for most folks, but if you've got even the slightest belly, it's a stretch to buckle up. The jump seat in front of it means there is ZERO room for feet or baggage underneath the seat in front of you. Mint is not only known for its great product in the sky but also its competitive pricing. These seats offer sliding doors for … In-seat USB and 110v power outlets in every Core row and every Mint seat These service cuts are definitely minor, and I was glad that the rest of the service hadn’t changed. Great experience. The Mint cabin is located in the plane’s front section and features 16 leather-upholstered Business Class seats spread over 5 rows. Please view our advertising policy page for more information. The seat-to-bathroom ratio was 16-to-1, with one dedicated standard-sized bathroom for Mint at the front of the plane. Check your laptop adapter. All seats reclined to a fully flat bed measuring 80 inches long. *Bonus value is an estimated value calculated by TPG and not the card issuer. From the outset, the industry-leading hard product (including four suites) became the gold standard for those looking for the most comfort when flying coast-to-coast. When Mint was introduced, nowhere was a revolution more sorely needed than in the pricing of transcontinental premium-cabin flights. Terms apply. The provided Grado SR80e Prestige Series Headphones headphones weren’t great. Airplane Airbus A321 Mint jetBlue Airways with 3 classes and 159 seats on board. This one-way flight would have cost Although I tend to stick to white wine when eating fish, the flight attendant recommended the Turley Juvenile zinfandel, which turned out to be great. Editorial Disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. Unless you’re flush with TrueBlue points, it makes sense to book Mint tickets with cash and use your points for economy redemptions. The remote had definitely seen better days, as some buttons were peeling off. The Airbus A321-200 is the newest member in JetBlue Airways fleet – it shares many commonalities with JetBlue Airbus A320-200, only with a longer fuselage. Delivery and entry into service are expected to occur before the end of the… He was fine in the aisle seat 18C, but my middle seat 18B on BOTH flights did not recline as much as his did. The stylish 18.5-inch-wide and 12-inch-deep tray table folded down from the enclosed storage area. While the impressive selection of beers and ciders hasn’t changed, JetBlue swapped Grey Goose vodka and Bulleit bourbon whiskey for Tito’s and Jack Daniels, respectively. I also appreciated that JetBlue curated a truly modern amenity kit. Stephan Au tests that statement on a 6 hour flight from JFK to LAX. The watermelon salad was such a refreshing start to the meal. Those neo engines will make for a quiet and peaceful ride. There is also some kind of plastic box under the seat in front that takes a way a little bit of legroom on the side. Those low fares are still readily available. See, TPG himself recently spoke with JetBlue’s president and COO, Vaccinated travelers no longer need to have a COVID-19 test for entry into Puerto Rico, Royal Caribbean drops age for mandatory COVID-19 vaccines to 12 for some cruises, In-flight service is back — here’s what food and drinks you can expect on your next flight, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, Earn 80K bonus miles after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. The gate area was jammed, and there weren’t any power outlets in sight, so I definitely wouldn’t make it a priority to arrive early in advance of a Mint flight. Even though the IFE screens were plenty large at 15.4 inches, they were most definitely not high-definition. This should be coded as a bad seat in RED. While it has tons of legroom, I don’t much care for this seat as this row has fixed armrests that extend all the way down into the seat, making it feel much narrower. I also appreciated that JetBlue added a “Do Not Disturb” button to the Mint seats. Though each couples seat only had one (conveniently placed) outlet and USB port, the suites had three (!) You get tons of legroom and if you don't mind smelling the bathroom this would be a great seat for a flight you don't want to sleep on. We flew JetBlue Mint (Business) from Seattle to Boston in October 2018. That massage function was killer (in a good way). The cabin consists of three rows in a 2-2 configuration and two 1-1 rows with Mint’s ‘Throne Suites.’. This is the best plane in the JetBlue fleet by a wide margin and you should make sure you're on it whenever you fly them on a long-haul route. I thought I’d initially found an AvGeek easter egg in audio Channel 1024, the air-traffic-control station, but it’d been disabled for this flight. JetBlue Mint A321 Review - New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) JetBlue Mint has a reputation for being the best business class product domestically. jetBlue Airways livery pack for both the ToLiss A321ceo and A321neo. Plenty of snacks available, nice mood lighting at night. Either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater. In-seat USB and 110v power outlets in every Core row and every Mint seat This is the brain of the JetBlue Mint seat. Furthermore, the shared armrests were narrow, so you’ll definitely want to make sure that you’re seated next to someone you know. There was another bathroom right behind Row 5, but it was shared with economy. As with all JetBlue flights, free gate-to-gate Wi-Fi was on offer. On the other side was a 16-inch-wide and 33-inch-long exposed counter perfect for laptops or other larger items. The seats themselves are not much larger, but these so-called “throne” seats have additional storage and elbow room. JetBlue’s latest Airbus A321 Long Range, which has just 117 seats and 24 suites, is to be used primarily for flights to/from London. Please view our advertising policy page for more information. Lastly, there aren’t any free upgrades to Mint, even for the carrier’s Mosaic elites. This plane will operate some domestic premium routes ahead of JetBlue’s launch of international long-haul flights. Additionally, JetBlue is the first launch partner for the new Airspace cabin configuration designed by Airbus to bring long-haul style to the Airbus A321 aircraft. It was not good at all. There was a small privacy partition between the two seats, but not deep enough to create a true feeling of personal space. I’ve always found Terminal 5 to be one of the nicest at JFK, so I didn’t really mind the missing lounge. This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. One of the two first-class 'Mint Studio' seats, pictured, which JetBlue says have the biggest lie-flat bed of any U.S carrier. JetBlue says the business class offering will be “a reimagined version of Mint”, its successful domestic US premium offering. Super private, super spacious, and super comfy. You may need book a little further in advance and be a little flexible, but there are deals to be had. So, to help keep you entertained — and maybe inspire you — we are republishing a selection of our most popular reviews from 2019 and 2020, including the one below. The salads were served cold, and the fish was warmed up. This expensive $99 EVEN MORE SPACE seat is ridiculous. I was pretty excited to experience Mint class for the first time. It’s almost been a year since the awards, so it was time for me to check how Mint’s been holding up on a trip from New York-JFK to Seattle (SEA) with my girlfriend. JetBlue Mint has a reputation … Service through the meal was incredibly professional. This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. All of row 6 should be rated "Be Aware". The A321 with Mint configuration consists of 159 seats, with 16 Mint seats. If I were to nitpick, I would’ve preferred a more substantial cloth napkin (JetBlue uses regular paper napkins) and a choice of bread (read: pretzel bread.). Mint is an excellent domestic business-class product. Each row alternates between a 2-2 and 1-1 configuration. With size-11 feet, I didn’t find the footwell to be too cramped at 15 inches wide and 11.5 inches tall.
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