If you are a frequent flyer, having elite status with an airline you frequent, such as JetBlue, can make your travels more comfortable, efficient and seamless.
However, since earning elite status with any individual airline often requires a significant commitment of travel time and money, it is important to weigh the benefits and perks against the drawbacks of that program before funneling your business to one program or airline.
For some individuals who are airline free agents, it may not make sense to pursue elite status at all.
This guide will evaluate JetBlue Mosaic status and explain how the status tiers work, how to earn them, and if striving for this status is even worth the effort for the JetBlue flyer.
Here is everything you need to know about elite status in the JetBlue Mosaic program.
What is JetBlue Mosaic status?
JetBlue rewards the most frequent flyers in its TrueBlue loyalty program with Mosaic status each year in addition to the TrueBlue points they earn while flying the airline.
Unlike the legacy U.S. carriers, which offer complimentary upgrades on domestic flights to their most loyal members, many of JetBlue’s aircraft are not equipped with its luxurious, well-regarded Mint cabin. Instead, JetBlue elite status members benefit from earning bonus points, selecting Even More Space seats and getting free checked bags, among other benefits.
Related: Style and substance: Flying JetBlue Mint Suites to Paris
There are different tiers of Mosaic status that JetBlue offers based on how loyal you are to the airline, which includes factors such as flying the airline as well as credit card spending.
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Your JetBlue Mosaic status begins when you pass the required threshold and is valid for the rest of that calendar year and the entirety of the following year. So, if you reach the status requirements in June 2024, you will hold the status through Dec. 31, 2025, giving you a year and a half to benefit from the perks.
JetBlue Mosaic status tiers
TrueBlue is free to join online, and all members start at the “basic” level. While the program previously only offered a single tier, this all changed last year, when JetBlue instituted changes to its TrueBlue program and Mosaic elite status.
Beyond the basic level, the four published tiers of JetBlue elite status are:
- Mosaic 1
- Mosaic 2
- Mosaic 3
- Mosaic 4
The differences among the tiers are based on the amount you fly and spend with JetBlue. As you fly more with JetBlue and/or utilize a cobranded credit card (among other activities), you can move up in the program.
With each higher tier reached, more valuable perks become available.
Mosaic 1 is very similar to the former stand-alone Mosaic status, and each level above adds elevated benefits for those most loyal to the TrueBlue program.
How to qualify for JetBlue Mosaic status
JetBlue uses a single metric — tiles — for Mosaic status qualification purposes. Tiles can be achieved in one of two ways: through qualifying spending on JetBlue flights and vacations, or with JetBlue credit cards.
You earn one tile for every:
This means that you can reach JetBlue Mosaic status entirely through credit card spending, entirely by making purchases with JetBlue or with some combination of the two. Choosing between the two provides JetBlue flyers a lot of flexibility to earn Mosaic elite status in the best way.
The four tiers of JetBlue elite status are earned by reaching the following tile thresholds:
| Status tier | Tiles needed | Status earned exclusively by JetBlue travel spending |
Status earned exclusively by JetBlue credit card spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic 1 | 50 | $5,000 | $50,000 |
| Mosaic 2 | 100 | $10,000 | $100,000 |
| Mosaic 3 | 150 | $15,000 | $150,000 |
| Mosaic 4 | 250 | $25,000 | $250,000 |
Again, though, you can leverage a combination of the two methods to reach Mosaic status. For example:
- $3,000 in JetBlue flights (30 tiles) plus $20,000 in card spending (20 tiles) gets you Mosaic 1 status.
- $5,000 in JetBlue flights (50 tiles), $3,000 in Paisy purchases (30 tiles) and $30,000 in card spending (30 tiles) gets you Mosaic 2 status.
JetBlue Mosaic status benefits
While earning your way to the Mosaic 1 threshold, TrueBlue basic loyalty members enjoy “Perks You Pick” — a selection of benefits you pick when you earn 10, 20, 30 and then 40 tiles. These options include:
- Early boarding with Group B (except Blue Basic fares)
- Priority security
- Free inflight alcoholic drink (up to three drinks per flight)
- Double bonus points on a JetBlue Vacations package (one-time use only)
- 5,000 TrueBlue bonus points
Note that these are one-time selections, so you can’t (for example) pick 5,000 points at all four thresholds.
Then, once you hit 50 tiles, you’ve officially earned JetBlue status.
Mosaic 1 status
This is the lowest elite tier in JetBlue’s program, where you will receive:
- 3 bonus points per dollar spent on JetBlue flights
- Priority boarding
- First two checked bags free
- Beer, wine, and liquor (up to three drinks per Mosaic member per flight)
- Even More Space seats at check-in at no extra cost
- Same-day switches with no fee or fare difference
- Priority security (where available)
- Dedicated check-in lines and phone support
- Heathrow Express upgrades to Business First
- Avis status match (expected to be rolled out in 2024)
Mosaic 2 status
You receive all of the same perks as Mosaic 1, in addition to:
- Select Even More Space seats at booking at no extra cost
Mosaic 3 status
When you elevate your JetBlue elite status further, you unlock these additional benefits:
- Four certificates that allow you to upgrade to Mint business class for no additional cost (subject to availability; the number of upgrade certificates depends on the flight length)
- Dedicated Mosaic 3 and 4 phone support (coming later in 2024)
Mosaic 4 status
You will receive everything mentioned above, as well as:
- Two additional certificates that allow you to upgrade to Mint business class for no additional cost (pending availability)
- Four one-way Blade helicopter transfer credits between Manhattan and New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
- Gift Mosaic 1 to the TrueBlue member of your choice, coming later in 2024 (these members don’t receive a Perks You Pick selection, 5,000-point bonus or JetBlue Vacations bonus)
However, the benefits continue beyond there. Once you reach Mosaic 1, and each time you level up through JetBlue elite status, you can choose an additional perk from the Perks You Pick menu, which includes:
- Complimentary FoundersCard Blue membership
- Pet-fee waiver
- $99 one-time statement credit for JetBlue Plus or Business credit cards
- 20-tile bonus to boost your earnings toward the next status tier (or you can gift 20 tiles to someone else)
- 15,000 TrueBlue bonus points
- Mint Suite priority access to select the best seats (pending availability)
- IHG One Rewards Platinum elite status (coming later in 2024)
Can a credit card help earn JetBlue status?
JetBlue has three credit cards, all issued by Barclays:
| Card | Best for | Sign-up bonus | Earning rate | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue Plus Card | Frequent JetBlue flyers | Earn 50,000 bonus points after spending $1,000 on purchases and paying the annual fee in full, both within the first 90 days |
|
$99 |
| JetBlue Card | Casual JetBlue flyers | Earn 10,000 bonus points after spending $1,000 on purchases within the first 90 days |
|
$0 |
| JetBlue Business Card | Small-business owners | Earn up to 60,000 bonus points: 50,000 points after spending $4,000 in the first 90 days and 10,000 points when a purchase is made on an employee card in the first 90 days |
|
$99 |
The information for the JetBlue Plus Card, JetBlue Card and JetBlue Business Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
You can earn one tile toward JetBlue Mosaic status with every $1,000 spent across JetBlue credit cards. This means you can earn JetBlue elite status without ever stepping on a plane.
Remember the opportunity cost of spending on a JetBlue cobranded credit card. You may earn more points by putting your expenses on a transferable points card that earns bonus points on dining, travel, or other popular categories.
American Express Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards points are generally more valuable than JetBlue points due to their expansive lists of transfer partners.
Is JetBlue Mosaic status worth it?
If you earn Mosaic status in 2024, your status will last throughout 2024 and until Dec. 31, 2025. However, it’s important to think about how much you will be flying JetBlue in 2025, as the Mosaic perks outlined above will only be helpful if you fly JetBlue regularly while your status is valid. There’s little benefit in focusing time and money on earning Mosaic elite status if you won’t be able to enjoy the benefits.
If you value time-saving perks like priority boarding and security plus the money-saving benefits of free seat selection, checked bags and upgrade certificates, Mosaic elite status could be very valuable to you. However, the top perks require a lot of spending to earn — so be sure it’s worth that investment.
Another thing to consider is whether or not JetBlue’s route network matches your flying preferences. JetBlue’s elite status could be very beneficial if your home airport is somewhere where JetBlue has a significant presence, such as Fort Lauderdale, Boston or New York. Additionally, compared to the legacy carriers, JetBlue has a limited international network, primarily of Latin American cities, and now select European cities such as London and Paris.
A third factor determining if JetBlue Mosaic’s status is worth it is how much you value TrueBlue points. JetBlue prices award tickets based on the cost of a paid ticket, and TPG’s data indicates that your TrueBlue points are worth 1.4 cents apiece. However, this redemption value is generally lower for JetBlue Mint. Since you’ll be collecting many TrueBlue points on your pathway to earning status, you’ll want to ensure these are unlocking the type of rewards you want — and the most value you can get.
Finally, consider whether a JetBlue credit card would be a suitable option over going out of your way to earn Mosaic status. For example, the JetBlue Plus card includes a free checked bag, 5,000 points on your cardmember anniversary, 50% off inflight, in flight drinks and snacks, and 10% of your TrueBlue points back as a rebate when used to book flights. This may be plenty for a casual JetBlue flyer.
Bottom line
Earning elite status on any airline is a marathon, not a sprint, and it requires loyalty throughout the year. However, thanks to the flexibility of JetBlue elite status, you can reach Mosaic status through a combination of JetBlue flying and credit card spending.
With perks such as complimentary Evan More Space seat selection, Mint upgrades and priority service, the rewards for your loyalty to JetBlue can be very worthwhile. This is especially true for those who live in cities with a significant JetBlue presence, especially with Mint service (JetBlue’s award-winning business class).
Overall, having Mosaic status can be a nice boost to an already enjoyable travel experience.
