JetBlue Debuts Boston-To-Milan Route With $399 Introductory Fares

Good news for travelers looking for more affordable ways to get to Europe this summer! JetBlue has officially landed in Italy for the very first time, launching its highly anticipated daily nonstop seasonal service between Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).

The inaugural flight took off on May 11, marking a massive milestone for the New York-based carrier as it aggressively expands its transatlantic footprint.

Expanding the European Footprint
While some might still think of JetBlue as a domestic budget carrier, the airline has quietly turned Boston into a powerful transatlantic gateway. Milan marks JetBlue’s ninth nonstop European destination out of Boston for the summer season, joining an impressive lineup that includes:

Year-Round Service: London (Heathrow), Paris, and Amsterdam.

Summer Seasonal Service: Barcelona, Dublin, Edinburgh, London (Gatwick), and Madrid.

According to JetBlue’s President, Marty St. George, adding Milan gives travelers across New England and the broader network a chance to experience the airline's unique transatlantic service built around "exceptional service, thoughtful design, and everyday value."

Low Fares to Celebrate the Launch

To celebrate the debut in Italy, JetBlue is dropping some seriously competitive introductory fares for summer travel. For a limited time, U.S.-originating travelers can book one-way tickets at three distinct price tiers:

Core (Economy): Starting at $399

EvenMore (Premium Economy): Starting at $649

Mint (Business Class): Starting at $2,199

While peak summer travel to Europe is notorious for sky-high pricing on legacy carriers, these introductory fares offer an excellent opportunity to book a cheaper entry point into Northern Italy.

What to Expect Onboard

The daily seasonal flight—which runs through October 5, 2026—operates on JetBlue’s sleek Airbus A321 aircraft. Passengers flying to Milan can expect the standard perks that have made JetBlue a favorite for coast-to-coast flights:

Free, high-speed Wi-Fi that keeps you connected across the ocean.Seatback entertainment screens at every single seat.

Complimentary meals and snacks, featuring restaurant-style small plates curated by acclaimed New York City restaurants.

Lie-flat Mint suites for those looking to fly in boutique business-class luxury.

Flight Schedule (Daily through Oct 5)

Boston (BOS) to Milan (MXP): Departs at 6:25 p.m. and arrives at 8:10 a.m. the following day.

Milan (MXP) to Boston (BOS): Departs at 10:00 a.m. and lands back in Boston at 12:47 p.m.

Your Gateway to La Dolce Vita

Milan is often unfairly treated as just a business hub or a connecting city, but it serves as the perfect jumping-off point for a dream Italian vacation. Beyond its own world-class fashion, jaw-dropping Duomo, and legendary culinary scene, Milan Malpensa offers incredibly easy rail and road access to iconic summer spots like Lake Como, the Italian Alps, and Switzerland.

If you've been holding out on booking your summer getaway to Europe, JetBlue's fresh route to Italy might just be the sign you were waiting for. Head over to jetblue.com to check out the lowest available fares before the limited introductory seats sell out!

Top Five Airport Playgrounds For Kids In The US

Catching up on email, a good book or a cocktail might keep adults entertained during delays or long layovers at airports but kids need more stimulation. The travel experts at The GO Group note that many airports offer activities to keep kids occupied. Here are the top five.

Chicago's O'Hare Airport is said to be the world's busiest and the one with the most delays. Keep kids happy by visiting the Children's Museum of Chicago's playground called "Kids on the Fly," located near Gate F1 in Terminal 2. The aviation-themed exhibit features a cargo plane that needs fueling; a cockpit in a fantasy helicopter; a luggage station and an air traffic control tower. Another exhibit, located in Terminal 2, is dedicated to the memory of WWII hero Lt. Commander Edward "Butch" O'Hare, showcasing a restored F3F-4 fighter plane. In Terminal 1 children can gaze at the life-size Brachiosaurus skeleton.

Families at the San Francisco International Airport can visit the Commission Aviation Library & Louis A. Turpen Aviation Museum in the International Terminal's main hall. The Exploratorium of San Francisco has designed a weather-themed play area featuring crawling equipment and a plasma wall -- a display of colorful arcs that jump around when activated by sound. SFO Kids' Spot is located after passing through security in Terminal 3. Terminal 1 features three different aquariums.

Boston Logan International offers two Kidports. Terminal C features a playground designed by the Children's Museum of Boston with a baggage-claim slide, a climb-worthy airplane and window display area. The second Kidport, in the satellite building of Terminal A, features a replica of the air traffic control tower, slides and climbing structures.

Dallas International boasts three Junior Flyer Clubs with large play areas. One is located in Terminal B by Gate 12 and offers an indoor runway; an airplane; a car and a traffic control tower for kids to climb. International Terminal D presents two other indoor playgrounds complete with a playscape and games.

Las Vegas' McCarran International Airport features a huge unsupervised kids' play area in Terminal D which has play structures and an interactive control tower. The airport is also home to some cool vintage planes, which will garner the attention of kids interested in aviation.