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Caribbean Airlines vs JetBlue to Jamaica: Which Is Better (2026)?

JetBlue flies to Jamaica from more US cities. Caribbean Airlines usually includes a checked bag on its Classic economy fare, which matters a lot when you're carrying barrels and gifts home.

🏆 Winner

JetBlue wins by 2

🌴 Caribbean · Last updated November 12, 2026

Caribbean Airlines

out of 100

Bag included on Classic fares

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JetBlue

out of 100

More US routes into Jamaica

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JetBlue wins on routes and flexibility. If you're checking a bag, Caribbean Airlines' Classic fare can work out cheaper overall.

Score breakdown

Checked bags

CAL Classic includes 1 bag; JetBlue charges about $50 for the first.

US routes to Jamaica

JetBlue is now the only airline flying Fort Lauderdale–Jamaica.

Base fares

7.5

Both run sales; compare the total price with bags.

Onboard comfort

JetBlue offers free Wi-Fi and seatback screens on most jets.

Change flexibility

6.5

JetBlue's non-Basic fares have no change fees.

Key differences

Caribbean Airlines Economy Classic includes one 23 kg checked bag; Economy Lite doesn't.
JetBlue raised bag fees twice in 2026; the first bag is now about $50 off-peak.
Caribbean Airlines dropped its Fort Lauderdale–Jamaica routes; JetBlue now serves FLL alone.
Caribbean Airlines flies JFK–Kingston nonstop.
JetBlue Blue Basic fares can't be changed, only cancelled for a fee.

Which should you pick?

Pick Caribbean Airlines if you're checking a bag, especially New York–Kingston.

Pick JetBlue if you fly from Florida or Boston, or travel with carry-on only.

ⓘ Bag fees and schedules change often. Compare the total price with bags on both sites before booking.

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