JetBlue and Southwest Launch $49 Fares for Your 2025 Adventure

As we step into the new year, both JetBlue and Southwest Airlines are offering exciting deals to help you plan your first trip of 2025.

With one-way fares starting as low as $49, these offers make it easier to explore new destinations without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for a quick getaway within the U.S., a relaxing beach vacation, or an international trip, these sales have something for every traveler.

Southwest Airlines’ New Year Sale

Southwest Airlines is celebrating the new year with a sale that includes one-way fares as low as $49 on select routes. Some of the popular destinations available in this sale include flights from Denver to El Paso, Dallas to New Orleans, and Las Vegas to San Diego.

Travelers can also fly between Hawaiian islands for just $49 each way, with routes such as Honolulu, Maui, and Kona included in the offer. In addition to these great flight deals, Southwest is also offering discounts on vacation packages, including cruises, rental cars, and hotels.

However, there are a few conditions to keep in mind. Travelers must purchase their tickets at least 21 days in advance to qualify for the sale. For flights within the continental U.S. and inter-island Hawaii travel, the sale is valid from January 28 to May 7, 2025. For international travel, including flights to and from Hawaii or Puerto Rico, the sale is valid from January 28 through May 22, 2025. Be sure to check the blackout dates for your specific destination before booking.

Alongside these great deals, Southwest is making a big change to its seating policy. The airline is planning to introduce assigned seating, which will replace its long-standing open seating policy. This change is expected to take effect in the second half of 2025 for travel starting in 2026. If you want to book flights under the current system, now is the perfect time to take advantage of this sale.

JetBlue’s Winter Sale

JetBlue is also offering an attractive winter sale, with one-way fares starting at $49. Popular routes include New York (JFK) to Fort Myers, Florida, for just $49, Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Cancun, Mexico, for under $100, and Orlando (MCO) to San Juan, Puerto Rico, for just $69. Other great deals include Boston (BOS) to Sarasota, Florida, for $59.

This sale runs until January 14, with travel available from January 11 to April 9, 2025. However, there are blackout dates around the Presidents’ Day holiday (February 13-24, 2025), so be sure to plan your travel dates accordingly. JetBlue is also offering vacation packages starting at $128, making it easier to plan a complete getaway at an affordable price.