JetBlue to expand Caribbean network, announces flights to St Vincent

St Vincent and the Grenadines: United States-based airline JetBlue is all set to launch flights from New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport to St Vincent in October 2024. The airline has also announced services to St Croix and Bonaire to enhance its presence in the Caribbean. 

With this development, JetBlue will be the only US airline to provide direct service to both Bonaire and St Vincent from JFK Airport. The airline is launching services to these three new Caribbean destinations to strengthen its position in the region. 

While confirming the development, Tourism Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Carlos James, said, “The blue tail is coming, SVD is now officially part of JetBlue’s global route structure effective the first half of October 2024. B6 JFk-SVD.”

He also noted that the tickets will go on sale later this month and appreciated everyone involved in making this a reality. 

JetBlue noted that the Caribbean destinations have long been part of their bread and butter flying and while they have seen an increase in competitive capacity in the region over the years, they are committed to winning and defending major markets over the long-term with their high class product and service. 

The airline said that in addition to the return of St Croix, they are thrilled to add Bonaire (BON) and St Vincent (SVD) to the network. 

The airline also mentioned that Bonaire is popular for its exceptional scuba diving and snorkelling while St Vincent is renowned for its volcanic landscapes, sailing and black sand beaches. 

It is to be noted that during the fall season, the airline will be launching this new service from New York to the pristine beauty of St Vincent and the Grenadines’ Argyle International Airport and to the shores of Bonaire with service to the Flamingo International Airport. 

In addition to this, JetBlue remarked that these additions are part of its strategy to expand its reach by adding markets with limited competition but huge demand.