JetBlue Mint Business Class Review

JetBlue Mint class has been widely reported as one of the best ways to travel domestically. I had the chance to try out the Mint experience a few weeks back on my flight from Seattle to NYC aboard their A321, and I must say, the experience really held up well to my expectations.

The JetBlue Mint cabin features a total of 16 seats including three rows in a 2-2 configuration, and two rows with a 1-1 configuration. This is a lovely feature for passengers flying together as they can share a suite with close proximity to each other.

But the real advantage to this set-up is for passengers traveling solo who are able to snag one of the four seats in the 1-1 configuration rows. In addition to the added privacy, these seats are the exact same dimensions as the double seats in the 2-2 configuration rows – giving passengers in these seats twice the space for the exact same ticket price.

These seats are first come, first serve at the time of booking and luckily I was able to snag one in seat 4A.

The seats are comfortable and well designed. To the side, you have full customization over your seating arrangement, allowing you to recline, enable a number of massage features, and even make the seat fully flat if you’re wanting to get some sleep on the flight.

The suite also features a plethora of outlets, I counted 6 in total – more than enough to keep all of your devices charged for the flight duration.

Passengers also receive a blanket and a Hopper amenity kit upon boarding that features the basic items like travel-sized toiletries, socks, and an eyeshade.

The In-Flight Entertainment can really be a hit or miss with most flights, but the JetBlue features were quite nice. In addition to being able to check the flight’s progress, you receive a large selection of movies and TV shows and even have the option to watch live TV (which was sadly out of service during my flight). Perhaps most importantly, JetBlue offers free (and fast) wifi to all passengers on board so you can stay connected your entire flight!

Another aspect where JetBlue Mint shines is its food and beverage offerings. The way JetBlue’s Mint menu works is that there are five meal choices, and you can choose three of them so that you can taste different things. In my opinion, this is a wonderful idea as it gives you the opportunity to try multiple dishes.

You also have a great selection of wines and other beverages to choose from to complement your meal.

I selected the Charred Broccolini Salad, the Lobster Risotto, and the Moroccan Braised Lamb, along with a glass of the Pinot Noir. Each dish was really fantastic and well above the quality most anticipate when you think of the traditional airline fare.

After dinner, we were treated to a plate of fresh fruit and some fantastic ice cream by Molly Moon’s out of Seattle.

Final Thoughts

The cost of my Mint ticket from Seattle to NYC would have cost me $449 had I paid cash.

Instead, I used 29,933 Chase Ultimate Reward points earned from my Chase Sapphire Reserve card to fly for free.

All in all the experience was really phenomenal. JetBlue Mint class provides a friendly staff, excellent food and entertainment options, along with a comfortable and spacious seat. If you’re looking to get across the country comfortably, and well-fed, you’ll be hardpressed to find a better option than JetBlue Mint!